MDS 9222i 32-Port 16G Fibre Channel SAN Switch
Product Description
The Cisco DS-C9222I-K9 from Cisco Systems is a high-performance 32-port 16-Gigabit Fibre Channel SAN switch from the Cisco MDS 9000 Series, designed for enterprise storage networks requiring high throughput, low latency, and scalable connectivity.
This switch provides 32 active 16G Fibre Channel ports, delivering reliable and high-speed storage connectivity for mission-critical workloads. Powered by Cisco NX-OS SAN software, it enables automation, zoning, monitoring, and advanced fabric management, ensuring optimized performance and secure storage traffic.
Compact yet powerful, the DS-C9222I-K9 is ideal for virtualized data centers, backup and replication fabrics, and high-performance enterprise storage infrastructures. Its 1RU form factor makes it perfect for top-of-rack deployment while providing enterprise-grade reliability.
Model Type
Fibre Channel SAN Switch — 32× 16G FC Ports
Category
Networking – Storage Area Network (SAN) Switch
Key Features
32 Active 16G Fibre Channel Ports — High-speed connectivity for servers, storage arrays, and SAN fabrics.
Cisco NX-OS SAN Software — Supports automation, zoning, monitoring, and centralized management.
Low-Latency Storage Transport — Optimized for virtualization, enterprise applications, and databases.
Enterprise-Grade Reliability — Redundant hot-swappable power and cooling for uninterrupted operations.
Compact 1RU Form Factor — Ideal for top-of-rack SAN deployments in data centers.
Scalable SAN Expansion — Easily integrates into larger Fibre Channel SAN fabrics.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco DS-C9222I-K9 |
| Series | MDS 9000 |
| Port Count | 32 |
| Port Type | 16G Fibre Channel |
| Speed Support | 2G / 4G / 8G / 16G 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 Networks — Provides high-speed connections between servers and storage arrays.
Virtualized Data Centers — Supports storage traffic for VMware, Hyper-V, and mission-critical databases.
Backup & Replication Fabrics — Ensures reliable, low-latency transport for DR systems.
Scalable SAN Expansion — Integrates seamlessly into growing Fibre Channel SAN fabrics.
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