Cisco DS-C9396T-48ETK9 Switches

The Cisco MDS 9396T 32-Gbps 96-Port Fibre Channel Switch is engineered for high-performance storage area networking (SAN) environments, rendering it an excellent choice for medium to large data center deployments. With its innovative analytics capabilities and NVMe readiness, this switch provides seamless integration for handling extensive workloads without requiring hardware upgrades. Designed for scalability and reliability, the MDS 9396T offers precise throughput, reduced latency, and improved network efficiency, making it indispensable for modern IT ecosystems.

Key Features

• High density and scale: 96 ports with 32-Gbps line rate, enabling bandwidth of 3 Tbps.
• Fully integrated SAN analytics: Real-time telemetry and performance monitoring.
• High availability: 99.999% uptime with redundant components and power support.
• Flexible configuration: Incrementally grow from 48 to 96 ports as needed.
• Programmable fabric: Supports REST and API for efficient management.

Specifications

• Protocols: Fibre Channel standards (FC-PH, FC-PI, etc.)
• Fibre Channel Ports: 96 SFP+ ports; supports 32G, 16G, 8G, and 4G autosensing.
• Performance: Aggregate bandwidth of 3 Tbps; up to 8300 buffer credits for port groups.
• Power: 1200W AC, dual redundant power supply; idle consumption at 246W.
• Operating Temperature: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C); non-operating: -40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C).
• Dimensions: 3.39 x 17.42 x 22.28 in. (2RU); weight of 41.62 lb (18.88 kg).