Product Type | Fabric Interconnect |
Model | UCSX-FI-6536 |
Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
Processor | 4-core CPU |
System Memory | 32 GB RAM |
Switch Capacity | 7.2 Tbps throughput |
Forwarding Rate | 2.8 billion packets per second (bpps) |
MAC Address Table Size | 32,000 MAC addresses |
Jumbo Frame Support | 9216 bytes |
Power Supply Included | No (ordered separately) |
Cisco UCSX-FI-6536 Fabric Interconnect, 36-Port QSFP28, 32GB RAM, 1U

Key Benefits

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- High port density with 36 QSFP28 interfaces supports bandwidth-demanding environments
- Advanced Layer 2 protocol support enhances security, QoS, and VLAN configurations
- TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing align with government procurement standards
Product Overview
The Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 6536 (UCSX-FI-6536) is a high-density networking solution designed for data-intensive enterprise and cloud computing environments. This 1U unit features 36 ports of 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 connectivity, enabling high-throughput data transfer capabilities. Supporting up to 32,000 MAC addresses and jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes, it excels in demanding network tasks such as virtualization and big data workloads.
Equipped with a 4-core CPU and 32GB of RAM, and supporting advanced Layer 2 protocols like IEEE 802.1s/w/p/q/x, the UCSX-FI-6536 ensures optimal performance and segmentation efficiency. Management is facilitated through RJ-45, RS-232 Serial, and USB interfaces. Note: Power supply is not included, supporting customizable deployment scenarios.
TAA compliant and manufactured in the USA, this unit meets the needs of institutional buyers while aligning with environmental standards through RoHS certification. It’s an ideal choice for scalable enterprise networking.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, UL, CE, VCCI, IEC/EN 60950-1 |
Advanced Security Features
802.1x Authentication | Supported |
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Supported |
Storm Control | Supported |
Port Security | Yes |
Role-Based Access Control | Yes |
SNMPv3 Support | Yes |
Interfaces
Number of Ports | 36 |
Port Type | QSFP28 |
Port Speed | 40/100 Gbps |
Management Ports | 1 x RJ-45 Ethernet, 1 x RS-232 Serial, 1 x USB |
Aggregate Bandwidth | 7.2 Tbps |
Physical & Environmental
Height | 1.72 in (43.6 mm) |
Width | 16.9 in (430 mm) |
Depth | 30.35 in (771 mm) |
Weight | 32.63 lb (14.8 kg) |
Operating Temperature Range | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Non-operating Humidity | 5% to 93% (non-condensing) |
Airflow | Front to rear or rear to front (dependent on configuration) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco UCS Manager |
Cloud Managed | Supported via Cisco Intersight |
Licensing Model | Cisco Smart Licensing |
Software Included | Cisco UCS Software (UCSM) |
Remote Management | Yes |