| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Model | MDS 9148S |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
| Data Transfer Rate | 16 Gbps |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 51 |
| Media Layer Supported | Multilayer |
| Power / Installed Qty | 2 |
| Power / Provided (W) | 300 Watt |
| Power / Voltage Required | 100 to 240V AC |
| Features | Reduce consumption of hardware resources and administrative time needed to create and manage zones. |
Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Fibre Channel Switch with 12 Active Ports

Key Benefits
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- Scalable design with 12 active ports and expansion up to 48 supports growing SAN requirements
- Robust management and security protocols ensure compliance and streamlined administration
- Redundant power supply and enterprise-grade reliability minimize downtime in mission-critical environments
Product Overview
The Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Fibre Channel Switch is a high-performance SAN switching solution designed for data centers. With 12 active 16Gbps FC ports expandable to 48, a 1U rack-mountable chassis, and support for numerous Fibre Channel standards, it's engineered for scalability and compatibility. Featuring remote management protocols like SNMP v3, SSH-2, HTTP, and CLI, plus hot-pluggable dual redundant power supplies, this switch ensures enterprise reliability and uptime. Integrated with DCNM for SAN and Enterprise Package software, it offers comprehensive monitoring and control. AES encryption and support for RADIUS, TACACS+, and LDAP secure its operation across critical deployments.
Specifications
Primary Information
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | Fibre Channel;Out-of-band 10/100/1000 Ethernet;RS-232 serial console;USB |
Special Feature
| COO | MEXICO |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 Celsius |
| Max Operating Temperature | 40 Celsius |
| Min Storage Temperature | -40 Celsius |
| Max Storage Temperature | 70 Celsius |
Network
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support | None |
| PoE Power Consumption | None |
| Remote Management Protocol | SNMP |
| Encryption Algorithm | AES |
| Authentication Method | RADIUS, TACACS+ |
| Interfaces | Fibre Channel;Out-of-band 10/100/1000 Ethernet;RS-232 serial console;USB |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.16 Inch |
| Depth | 16.34 Inch |
| Height | 1.72 Inch |
| Weight | 9 Kg |
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