DS-C9148S-K9
Overview
The DS-C9148S-K9 is a high-performance, scalable Fibre Channel switch from Cisco, designed to meet the demands of enterprise storage area networks (SANs). Part of the Cisco MDS 9000 Series, this switch provides 48 ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity, ensuring robust and reliable data transfer for mission-critical applications. It offers a comprehensive set of advanced features, delivering superior performance, flexibility, and ease of management.
Key Features
- High Port Density: 48 ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity for extensive device connectivity.
- Scalability: Modular design allows for easy expansion and investment protection.
- Performance: Delivers up to 768 Gbps of total throughput, ensuring high-speed data transfer.
- Advanced Traffic Management: Includes features like Virtual SAN (VSAN), PortChannels, and QoS for efficient network traffic management.
- Security: Provides comprehensive security features including FC-SP, DH-CHAP, and RADIUS.
- Ease of Management: Managed via Cisco’s Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for simplified operations.
- Redundancy and High Availability: Designed with redundant power supplies and fans for enhanced reliability.
Applications
- Enterprise Data Centers: Ideal for large-scale SAN deployments in enterprise data centers.
- Cloud Computing: Supports cloud environments requiring high-speed, reliable storage networking.
- Disaster Recovery: Ensures robust and reliable connectivity for disaster recovery and business continuity solutions.
- Virtualized Environments: Optimized for virtualization, providing seamless integration with virtualized storage and servers.
- High-Performance Computing: Suitable for HPC environments needing high-speed data transfer and low latency.
Specifications
- Part Number: DS-C9148S-K9
- Ports: 48 ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel
- Performance: 768 Gbps aggregate bandwidth
- Form Factor: 1 RU rack-mountable
- Dimensions: 1.72 x 17.3 x 19.2 inches (4.37 x 43.94 x 48.77 cm)
- Weight: 20 lbs (9.07 kg)
- Power Supply: Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies
- Cooling: Redundant, hot-swappable fans
- Management: Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM)
- Security: FC-SP, DH-CHAP, RADIUS, TACACS+
Why Choose DS-C9148S-K9?
The DS-C9148S-K9 is an excellent choice for organizations seeking a high-performance, reliable, and scalable Fibre Channel switch for their storage area networks. Its 48-port density and 16 Gbps speed ensure robust connectivity and high-speed data transfer for mission-critical applications. The switch’s advanced traffic management, comprehensive security features, and ease of management via Cisco’s DCNM make it an ideal solution for enterprise data centers, cloud computing environments, disaster recovery setups, and high-performance computing applications. Designed with redundancy and high availability in mind, the DS-C9148S-K9 provides the reliability and performance needed to support the most demanding SAN environments.
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