Product Type | Modular storage area network (SAN) switch |
Model | Cisco MDS 9706 V2 |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable - 9U |
Chassis Type | Modular expansion base |
Bundled Components | 2 x Supervisor-4 Modules, 3 x FAB-3 Crossbar Fabric Modules |
Expansion Slots | 4 (total) / 1 (free) |
Cooling System | 3 fans |
Weight | 145.06 lbs (65.8 kg) |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Power Redundancy | Yes |
Power Supply Type | Internal hot-plug power supply |
Number of Power Supplies Installed | 2 |
Maximum Number of Power Supplies Supported | 4 |
Power Provided (per supply) | 3000 Watt |
Power Requirements | AC 120/230 V (50 - 60 Hz) |
Cisco MDS 9706 V2 Base Config with 2 Sup-4, 3 FAB-3 Modules



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- High scalability with modular design and available expansion slot supports evolving infrastructure needs
- Redundant power and cooling systems enhance uptime for mission-critical applications
- Compliant with federal and international standards, making it suitable for use in regulated environments like government and finance
Product Overview
The Cisco MDS 9706 V2 BaseConfig is a high-performance modular switching platform designed for scalable storage networking. It includes two Supervisor-4 modules and three FAB-3 switching fabric modules, supporting advanced control and traffic management. With 4 expansion slots (1 free), the platform supports future expansions. The chassis includes redundant 3000W hot-plug power supplies and three cooling fans, housed in a 9U rack-mountable enclosure. It runs on AC 120/230 V at 50–60 Hz and functions within 32°F to 104°F and 10–90% humidity ranges. This system complies with FIPS 140-2 Level 2 and multiple international standards, ensuring robust and secure performance. This Cisco base configuration offers a reliable and scalable SAN solution for data centers, government agencies, and enterprises requiring high bandwidth and redundancy in mission-critical scenarios.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.3 in x 32 in x 15.6 in |
Rack Size | 9U |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 32 °F (0 °C) |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 104 °F (40 °C) |
Operating Humidity Range | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Temperature Range | –40 ºF to 158 ºF (–40 ºC to 70 ºC) |
Storage Humidity Range | 5 - 95% (non-condensing) |
Altitude | Up to 10,000 ft (3,000 m) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Supported Management Tools | Cisco Device Manager, SNMP, Syslog, CLI, Web UI |
Licensing Model | Feature-based license with optional Enterprise and Advanced Services licenses |
Included Licenses | Base configurations only (optional licenses required for advanced features) |
Interfaces
Supervisor Module Type | Cisco MDS 9700 Series Supervisor-4 |
Fabric Module Type | Cisco MDS 9706 Crossbar Switching Fabric-3 Module |
Available Expansion Modules | Up to 4 switching and/or line cards (1 slot free) |
Interface Ports | Dependent on installed line cards (e.g., up to 192 Fibre Channel ports with 16/32 Gbps options) |
Control Plane Interface | Out-of-Band Ethernet Management Port |
High Availability Features | Redundant supervisors, switching fabrics, fans, and power |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC Part 15 Class A, UL 60950, EN 55022 Class A, EN 60950, VCCI Class A, ICES-003 Class A, CE, BSMI, C-Tick |
FIPS Compliance | FIPS 140-2 Level 2 |
EMC Standards | EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN55024, CISPR 22 Class A |
Advanced Security Features
Access Security | Role-based access control (RBAC), TACACS+, RADIUS |
Encryption Support | Cisco TrustSec, Secure Boot, FIPS 140-2 Level 2 |
Authentication Protocols | LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
Secure Management | HTTPS, SSHv2, SNMPv3 |
Fabric Security | VSANs, Port Security, Fabric Binding |