Cisco MDS 9000 SAN DS-C9148-16P-K9 Cisco MDS Fibre Channel storage switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-DS-C9148-16P-K9 | Part #: DS-C9148-16P-K9 | MPN: DS-C9148-16P-K9
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About the Cisco MDS 9000 SAN DS-C9148-16P-K9 Cisco MDS Fibre Channel storage switch
The Cisco MDS 9000 SAN DS-C9148-16P-K9 Cisco MDS Fibre Channel storage switch from Cisco is enterprise-grade Network Switches hardware built for data centers. It features Fibre Channel interface. The Cisco MDS 9148 (DS-C9148-16P-K9) is a 1RU fixed-configuration Fibre Channel switch from the MDS 9000 Series, purpose-built for enterprise and mid-range SAN environments. It delivers 16 auto-sensing 8/4/2/1 Gbps Fibre Channel ports in a compact form factor, with all ports active from initial deployment. The switch supports N-Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) and N-Port Virtualization (NPV) mode, enabling scalable host and storage connectivity across virtualized and physical se Available in brand new condition. Cisco network switches products are trusted by enterprises and data centers worldwide. Available from Omnixon Global. Contact our sales team to request a quote.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-DS-C9148-16P-K9 |
| Part Number | DS-C9148-16P-K9 |
| Condition | New |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DS-C9148-16P-K9 |
| Product Series | Cisco MDS 9000 |
| Product Model | MDS 9148 |
| Form Factor | 1RU fixed-configuration |
| Total Fibre Channel Ports | 16 |
| Port Speed | Auto-sensing 1/2/4/8 Gbps per port |
| Aggregate Bandwidth | 256 Gbps (full duplex) |
| Switching Capacity | Non-blocking |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Fabric Services | Cisco Fabric Services (CFS) |
| Virtualization Support | NPIV (N-Port ID Virtualization), NPV (N-Port Virtualization) |
| Zoning | Hardware-enforced Fibre Channel zoning (port and WWN-based) |
| Security | Fibre Channel Security Protocol (FC-SP), RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH, SNMPv3 |
| Management | Cisco DCNM, CLI, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, RMON |
| Diagnostics | FC Ping, FC Traceroute, SPAN, Call Home |
| Power Supply | Single internal power supply; optional redundant power supply |
| Rack Units | 1U |
| Mounting | Standard 19-inch rack mount |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Regulatory Compliance | UL, CE, FCC Class A |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco MDS 9000 SAN DS-C9148-16P-K9 Cisco MDS Fibre Channel storage switch
What does the Cisco MDS 9000 SAN DS-C9148-16P-K9 Cisco MDS Fibre Channel storage switch do?
The Cisco MDS 9000 SAN DS-C9148-16P-K9 Cisco MDS Fibre Channel storage switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco MDS 9000 SAN DS-C9148-16P-K9 Cisco MDS Fibre Channel storage switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco MDS 9000 SAN DS-C9148-16P-K9 Cisco MDS Fibre Channel storage switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.