Description
The Cisco DS-X9648-1536K9= MDS 9700 48-Port 32-Gbps Fibre Channel Switching Module is a high-performance SAN line card engineered for large-scale, mission-critical storage environments. Designed for Cisco MDS 9700 Series Multilayer Directors, this module delivers predictable, non-blocking performance to support modern all-flash and NVMe over Fibre Channel workloads.
Equipped with 48 autosensing Fibre Channel ports supporting speeds up to 32 Gbps, the module provides an aggregate full-duplex throughput of 1.536 Tbps per slot, enabling high-density connectivity for enterprise data centers. Built-in inline analytics powered by an onboard network processing unit delivers real-time visibility into Fibre Channel traffic, including latency, IOPS, throughput, and workload behavior.
The DS-X9648-1536K9= supports advanced SAN services such as VSANs, Inter-VSAN Routing (IVR), port channels, QoS, and comprehensive security features. Hot-swappable design and support for hot-swappable SFP+ transceivers ensure high availability and simplified maintenance, making this switching module ideal for scalable, resilient, and future-ready storage fabrics.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| SKU | DS-X9648-1536K9= |
| Brand | Cisco |
| Product Family | Cisco MDS 9700 Series |
| Module Type | Fibre Channel Switching Module |
| Total Ports | 48 Fibre Channel ports |
| Port Speeds | 4 / 8 / 16 / 32 Gbps autosensing |
| Aggregate Bandwidth | 1.536 Tbps full-duplex per module |
| Director Compatibility | Cisco MDS 9700 Series Multilayer Directors |
| Fibre Channel Classes | Class 2, Class 3, Class F |
| Supported Port Types | E, F, FL, B |
| Buffer Credits | 500 per port (expandable with license) |
| Port Channel Support | Up to 16 ports per channel |
| Analytics | Inline, real-time Fibre Channel analytics |
| Security Features | VSANs, zoning, ACLs, RBAC, link encryption |
| High Availability | Hot-swappable module and SFP+ support |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Form Factor | Line card module |
| Typical Use Case | Enterprise SAN, NVMe-oF, all-flash storage |
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