Description
The Cisco MDS 9132T 32-Gbps Fibre Channel Switch (DS-C9132T-8PMITK9) is a high-performance, low-latency SAN switch designed for modern data center and enterprise storage environments. Built to support next-generation workloads, this compact 1RU switch delivers reliable 32-Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity while offering flexible scalability as storage demands grow.
This configuration includes 8 active Fibre Channel ports equipped with 32-Gbps short-wave optics, making it ideal for high-speed server-to-storage connectivity right out of the box. The switch supports autosensing speeds of 4/8/16/32 Gbps and features a non-blocking architecture to ensure consistent throughput under heavy workloads.
Designed for operational resilience, the Cisco MDS 9132T supports redundant power and cooling options, hot-swappable components, and advanced SAN features such as VSANs, NPV, intelligent zoning, and real-time analytics. With port-side intake airflow, this model integrates cleanly into data centers with front-to-back cooling requirements.
The DS-C9132T-8PMITK9 is an excellent choice for organizations seeking a scalable, energy-efficient Fibre Channel switch that can grow from 8 ports to 32 ports as storage needs evolve.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco |
| Series | Cisco MDS 9132T |
| SKU | DS-C9132T-8PMITK9 |
| Switch Type | Fibre Channel SAN Switch |
| Form Factor | 1RU Rack-Mount |
| Active Ports | 8 Fibre Channel ports |
| Maximum Ports | Up to 32 ports with expansion and licenses |
| Port Speed | 4 / 8 / 16 / 32 Gbps autosensing |
| Optics Included | 8 × 32G Fibre Channel Short-Wave SFPs |
| Aggregate Bandwidth | Up to 1024 Gbps full duplex |
| Latency | Low-latency, non-blocking architecture |
| Airflow | Port-side intake (front-to-back) |
| Power Supplies | 1 installed (supports redundant configuration) |
| Cooling | Hot-swappable fan modules |
| Management Interfaces | Ethernet management ports, serial console |
| Supported Features | VSAN, NPV, zoning, QoS, SAN analytics, telemetry |
| Operating System | Cisco MDS NX-OS |
| Deployment | Enterprise, data center, SAN environments |
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