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DS-C9148S-12PK9, Cisco MDS 9148S Switch, 12x16G FC/Multilayer Fabric/Enabled Ports

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    DS-C9148S-12PK9, Cisco MDS 9148S Switch, 12x16G FC/Multilayer Fabric/Enabled Ports

    DS-C9148S-12PK9, Cisco MDS 9148S Switch, 12x16G FC/Multilayer Fabric/Enabled Ports

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    End-of-Life Notice
    End-of-Life Notice
    DS-C9148S-12PK9 is officially EOL. Service support ends on 2028-08-31.
    For full lifecycle details, see DS-C9148S-12PK9 EOL.
    Recommended Replacement
    Recommended Replacement
    Official replacement model. Aligned with current deployment environments.
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    Cisco DS-C9148S-12PK9 Overview

    The Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch belongs to the Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch series. It is a high-performance and reliable fabric switch designed for storage area networks. With its 12 enabled ports, the DS-C9148S-12PK9 provides a flexible and scalable solution for managing and connecting storage devices.

    Product Features

    • ● High-Speed Connectivity: The switch supports 16Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity, providing increased bandwidth and ensuring fast data transfer.
    • ● Multilayer Capabilities: It offers advanced features such as virtual fabrics, advanced zoning, and integrated diagnostics, enabling efficient management of the storage network.
    • ● Easy to Deploy: The switch comes with an intuitive web-based interface, allowing for seamless configuration and management. Its plug-and-play functionality simplifies installation.
    • ● Enhanced Security: It includes features like Access Control Lists (ACLs) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), ensuring secure access to the storage network.
    • ● High Availability: The switch supports hot-swappable components, including power supplies and fan modules, for uninterrupted operation and easy maintenance.
    • ● Scalable Design: The DS-C9148S-12PK9 is designed to support future growth, allowing the addition of more ports and capabilities as the storage network expands.

    Key Advantages

    • ● Increased performance with 16Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity.
    • ● Advanced features for efficient management and configuration of the storage network.
    • ● Secure access with built-in security features.
    • ● High availability and easy maintenance with hot-swappable components.

    Product Applications

    • ● Data Centers: The switch is ideal for use in large-scale data centers, providing high-performance storage connectivity for servers and storage systems.
    • ● Virtualized Environments: It enables efficient connectivity and management of virtualized storage resources in virtual server environments.
    • ● Disaster Recovery: The switch facilitates reliable and efficient data replication between primary and secondary data centers, ensuring business continuity.

    Configuration and Management

    Configuring and managing the DS-C9148S-12PK9 is simplified with the intuitive web-based interface. Its plug-and-play functionality allows for easy installation and deployment. Additionally, it supports centralized management solutions for efficient monitoring and control of the storage network.

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    Specification

    Cisco DS-C9148S-12PK9 Specification

    Model
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    Ports
    Fixed configuration with 48 ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel. Available in a 12-port configurable base or as a bundle with all 48 ports enabled. Enable incremental ports on the 12-port base model, with the 12-port On-Demand Activation license.
    Security
    VSAN fabric isolation, Hardware zoning by Access Control Lists (ACLs), Fibre Channel Security Protocol (FC-SP) switch-to-switch and host-to-switch authentication, Role-based access control (RBAC) using RADIUS, TACACS+, or LDAP AAA functions, Secure FTP (SFTP), Secure Shell Protocol Version 2 (SSHv2), Simple Network Management Protocol Version 3 (SNMPv3) implementing AES, Control-plane security.
    Performance
    Port speed: 2/4/8/16 Gbps autosensing with 16 Gbps of dedicated bandwidth per port. Buffer credits: Up to 256 for a group of 4 ports, with a default of 64 buffer credits per port and a maximum of 253 buffer credits for a single port in the group. PortChannel: Up to 16 physical links.
    Reliability and availability
    ISSU, Hot-swappable, dual redundant power supplies, Hot-swappable fan tray with integrated temperature and power management, Hot-swappable SFP+ optics, Passive backplane, Stateful process restart, Any port configuration for PortChannels, Fabric-based multipathing, Per-VSAN fabric services, Port tracking, VRRP for management connections, Online diagnostics.
    Network management
    Access methods: Out-of-band 10/100/1000 Ethernet port, RS-232 serial console port, USB. Access protocols: CLI using the console and Ethernet ports, SNMPv3 using the Ethernet port and in-band IP over Fibre Channel access, SNIA Storage Management Initiative Specification (SMI-S). Distributed device alias service. Network security: Per-VSAN RBAC using RADIUS and TACACS+-based AAA functions, SFTP, SSHv2 implementing AES, SNMPv3 implementing AES. Management applications: Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI, Cisco Prime DCNM.
    Programming interfaces
    Scriptable CLI, Cisco Prime DCNM web services API.
    Physical dimensions (HxWxD)
    Dimensions (HxWxD): 1.72 x 17.16 x 16.34 in. (4.37 x 43.59 x 41.50 cm), 1RU. Rack-mountable in standard 19-inch EIA rack.
    Power
    Power supply: 300W AC (2 per switch). Power cord: Notched C15 socket connector connecting to C16 plug on power supply. AC input characteristics: 100 to 240V AC (10% range), 50 to 60 Hz (nominal). Airflow: back to front (toward ports), 200 LFM through system fan assembly. Cisco recommends maintaining a minimum air space of 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) between walls and chassis air vents and a minimum horizontal separation of 6 in. (15.2 cm) between two chassis to prevent overheating.
    Temperature range
    Temperature, ambient operating: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C). Temperature, ambient non-operating and storage: -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C). Relative humidity, ambient (non-condensing) operating: 10 to 90%. Relative humidity, ambient (non-condensing) non-operating and storage: 10 to 95%. Altitude, operating: -197 to 6500 ft (-60 to 2000 m).
    Approvals and compliance
    Safety compliance: CE Marking, UL 60950, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950, EN 60950, IEC 60950, TS 001, AS/NZS 3260, IEC60825, EN60825, 21 CFR 1040. EMC compliance: FCC Part 15 (CFR 47) Class A, ICES-003 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, CISPR 22 Class A, AS/NZS 3548 Class A, VCCI Class A, EN 55024, EN 50082-1, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3.
    Fabric services
    Name server, Registered State Change Notification (RSCN), Login services, Fabric Configuration Server (FCS), Public loop, Broadcast, In-order delivery.
    Advanced functions
    VSAN, IVR, PortChannel with multipath load balancing, Flow-based and zone-based QoS.

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    How do I troubleshoot common issues with the Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch?

    Common troubleshooting steps include restarting the switch, checking connections, and verifying configuration settings. Consult the user manual for detailed guidance.

    How does the Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch compare to its competitors?

    The Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch is known for its robust performance, scalability, and comprehensive traffic management features, often outperforming competing products.

    Can the Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch be used in redundant configurations?

    Yes, the Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch can be deployed in redundant configurations to ensure high availability and reliability.

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