MDS 9148T 32G Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Product Description
The Cisco DS-C9148T-24IK9 from Cisco Systems is a high-performance 32-Gigabit Fibre Channel SAN switch from the Cisco MDS 9000 Series, engineered for enterprise storage environments that require high throughput, scalability, and operational visibility.
Designed for modern data centers, this switch provides 24 active 32G Fibre Channel ports with the ability to scale up to 48 ports via on-demand licensing. It delivers low-latency storage transport, integrated analytics, and advanced automation features, ensuring optimized SAN performance for mission-critical workloads.
Running Cisco NX-OS software, the DS-C9148T-24IK9 supports secure fabric services, intelligent traffic management, and enterprise-grade reliability, making it ideal for high-performance storage fabrics and virtualization platforms.
Model Type
Fibre Channel SAN Switch — 24× 32G FC Ports (Expandable to 48)
Category
Networking – Storage Area Network (SAN) Switch
Key Features
24 Active 32G Fibre Channel Ports — Provides high-speed connectivity for storage arrays, servers, and SAN fabrics.
Scalable Port Licensing — Additional ports can be enabled on demand to support future storage expansion.
Integrated SAN Analytics — Built-in telemetry and monitoring tools help detect congestion and optimize performance.
Cisco NX-OS SAN Software — Enables automation, zoning, security controls, and centralized SAN management.
Enterprise-Grade Reliability — Designed for nonstop operations with redundant components and nondisruptive upgrades.
Compact 1RU Data Center Form Factor — Ideal for top-of-rack SAN deployments and scalable storage architectures.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco DS-C9148T-24IK9 |
| Series | MDS 9000 |
| Active Ports | 24 (expandable to 48) |
| Port Type | 32G Fibre Channel |
| Speed Support | 8G / 16G / 32G auto-sensing |
| Software | Cisco NX-OS |
| Form Factor | 1RU rack-mount switch |
| Deployment | Enterprise SAN / data center fabric |
| Use Case | High-performance storage networking |
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise Storage Fabrics — Connects servers and storage systems with high-bandwidth Fibre Channel links.
Virtualized Data Centers — Supports storage workloads for VMware, databases, and enterprise applications.
High-Performance Analytics & Databases — Ensures low-latency storage transport for data-intensive workloads.
Scalable SAN Expansion — Ideal for organizations upgrading to 32G Fibre Channel infrastructures.
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