Brand: Cisco · SKU: DS-C9148T-24E · MPN: DS-C9148T-24E · Category: Networking
The Cisco DS-C9148T-24E is likely a specific configuration of the Cisco MDS 9148T 32-Gbps 48-Port Fibre Channel Switch. This switch is designed for high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity, supporting All-Flash arrays and offering state-of-the-art analytics and telemetry. It is an FC-NVMe-ready fixed-form SAN switch with an ASIC platform. It supports 48 physical Fibre Channel ports, often starting with 24 active ports requiring a license to expand. It features autosensing 4/8/16/32-Gbps FC support and enterprise-grade resiliency with redundant hot-swappable power supplies and fans. It supports features like VSANs, role-based access, FC-SP (DH-CHAP), and link encryption. The switch is a compact 1RU rack-mountable unit. Specific models like DS-C9148T-24PETK9 indicate port-side exhaust airflow, while others like DS-C9148T-24IK9 indicate intake airflow.
| Port Type | 32Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable 1U |
| Power Supply | Redundant Hot-swappable (e.g., 650W) |
| Product Line | Cisco MDS 9148T |
| Airflow Options | Port-side Intake or Exhaust (Varies by specific sub-model) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 32 Gbit/s |
| Total Fibre Channel Ports | 48 (Physical) |
| Active Fibre Channel Ports (Base License) | 24 (Implied from similar models) |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty (based on similar models) |
| Weight | 18.74 lbs |
| Dimensions | 17.3 in (W) x 22.3 in (D) x 1.7 in (H) (1RU) |
The Cisco MDS 9148T series switch, which the DS-C9148T-24E belongs to, provides high-performance, 32-Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity for modern data centers and All-Flash arrays. It features a fixed form factor, high port density (48 physical ports with license-based activation), and support for current and future workloads like FC-NVMe. Its capabilities include hardware-assisted analytics, enterprise-grade resiliency with redundant components, and low, predictable latency.
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