Product Type | Fabric Interconnect Port License |
Form Factor | License (Logical activation - not a physical product) |
Supported Fabric Interconnect Models | Cisco UCS 6400 Series |
Port Speed Activation | 25 Gbps |
Server Compatibility | Cisco B-Series, X-Series, C-Series servers |
FEX Compatibility | Cisco Fabric Extender (FEX) |
License Type | Per Port License |
Scalability | Modular and scalable port activation |
Use Case | Enable server or FEX connectivity on UCS 6400 FI |
Application | Data center, enterprise network infrastructure |
CISCO UCS-L-6400-25G= FI Port License for B/X/C-Series or FEX


Key Benefits

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- Enables scalable, modular port activation across diverse UCS architectures, improving capacity planning.
- TAA compliance and U.S. origin support adoption in government and regulated enterprise environments.
- Compatible with B/X/C-Series servers and FEX for versatile deployment options in data centers.
Product Overview
The CISCO UCS-L-6400-25G= license enables individual port activation on Cisco Fabric Interconnects, allowing connectivity to Cisco’s B-Series, X-Series, C-Series servers, or Fabric Extenders (FEX). Designed as part of Cisco UCS infrastructure, this port license is an essential component for unlocking port usage and expanding configurations in enterprise data center environments.
Manufactured in the United States and TAA compliant, this license supports efficient, secure operations for government and regulated sectors. It offers a scalable, modular licensing structure for network administrators who need granular control over UCS deployments. With compatibility across multiple UCS series and FEX, it delivers flexibility in designing high-performance compute and network architectures.
Ideal for organizations investing in Cisco's Unified Computing System, this license helps optimize resource utilization while ensuring compliance and streamlined onboarding of hardware. The UCS-L-6400-25G= is a reliable investment in building scalable, efficient, and secure server infrastructures.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
License Management | Cisco Smart Licensing enabled |
License Enforcement | Per-port basis via Cisco UCS Manager |
Included Cloud Features | Integration with Cisco Intersight (via UCS Manager) |
Supported Management Interfaces | Cisco UCS Manager, Cisco Intersight |
License Delivery Format | Digital (electronic license) |
License Tier | Base (no advanced feature unlocks) |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Port Licensing | Yes, via Cisco Smart Licensing |
Authentication | Encrypted license binding and validation |
Role-Based Access Control | Supported through Cisco UCS Manager |
Audit Logging | Available in UCS Manager for license events |
Secure Integration | Works with Cisco ACI and Nexus security controls |
Interfaces
Enabled Interface Type | Unified Fabric (Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet) |
Data Rate per Port | 25 Gbps |
Interface Count per License | 1 port license per activation |
Switch Interface Compatibility | UCS 6400 Series Fabric Interconnect uplinks and server ports |
External Connectivity | Supports connections to UCS servers or FEXes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Compliance Certifications | RoHS, REACH |
Industry Certification Standards | FIPS compliance via UCS platform (dependent on FI) |
Physical & Environmental
Physical Product | No, digital license only |
Environment Impact | None (non-physical item) |
Shipping Requirements | N/A (delivered electronically) |