| Product Type | Port Upgrade License |
| Intended Device | Cisco MDS 9148T 32G Fibre Channel Switch |
| Upgrade Capacity | 8 additional Fibre Channel ports |
| Activation Type | Hardware-activated license |
| Compatibility | Cisco MDS 9148T series |
| Switch Throughput (per port) | 32 Gbps |
| Scalability | Non-disruptive port activation |
| Form Factor | License for rack-mountable Fibre Channel switch |
CISCO MDS 9148T 32G FC Switch 8-Port Upgrade License
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- Enables 8 additional ports on the MDS 9148T 32G Fibre Channel switch
- Supports high-speed 32G Fibre Channel data throughput
- Hardware license activation—no additional physical installation
- TAA compliant for government procurement compatibility
- Reliable CISCO-manufactured component built in the United States
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- Facilitates cost-effective scalability for existing CISCO MDS 9148T switch environments
- Eliminates the need for new hardware through license-based port expansion
- Ideal for government and enterprise users requiring TAA-compliant solutions
Product Overview
The CISCO MDS 9148T 32G FC Switch 8-Port Upgrade License (M9148T-PL8=) is a hardware-activated feature that expands your MDS 9148T switch capacity by unlocking 8 additional ports. Designed for 32G Fibre Channel performance, it offers seamless scalability without new infrastructure. TAA compliant and manufactured in the US, it is ideal for government and enterprise-grade data centers requiring future-proof expansion.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Physical Install Requirements | Cisco MDS 9148T with available SFP+ cages |
| Environmental Impact | No hardware added—minimal operational impact |
| Thermal Impact | Depends on transceiver and port usage |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| License Type | Port-based upgrade license |
| License Part Number | M9148T-PL8= |
| License Activation | Via Cisco Device Manager or CLI |
| License Duration | Perpetual (one-time unlock) |
| License Delivery Method | Electronic activation |
| Cisco Smart Licensing Required | Yes |
| License Management Interface | Cisco DCNM or CLI license utility |
| Cloud Compatibility | Manageable via Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
| Included Services | Port activation only |
Interfaces
| Unlocked Port Type | 32G Fibre Channel (SFP+) |
| Number of Ports Enabled | 8 additional Fibre Channel ports |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 32 Gbps per port |
| Port Activation Method | License-based port enablement |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| ECCN (Export Control Classification Number) | 5A991 |
Advanced Security Features
| Impact on Fabric Security | None—inherits Cisco MDS 9148T security features |
| Role in SAN Fabric Zoning | Enables port availability for additional zoning configurations |
| Integration with Security Policies | Fully supported by MDS 9148T’s zone-based services |
| Support for Fabric Binding and Port Security | Yes (via base switch firmware) |
| Credentialed Access Control | Inherits from managed switch user database |
