Product Type | Mainframe Connectivity License |
Compatible Series | Cisco MDS 9500 Series |
Form Factor | Digital License |
License Scope | 1 MDS 9500 switch |
Use Case | FICON environments, Enterprise SAN Interoperability |
Intended Users | Enterprises, Government, Regulated Industries |
High Availability Support | Yes |
Mainframe Interoperability | Yes |
Power Requirements | Not Applicable (License) |
Weight | Not Applicable (License) |
Cisco MDS 9500 Mainframe License for 1 Switch



Key Benefits

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- Enables core mainframe SAN support on Cisco MDS 9500 platforms, crucial for FICON deployments
- TAA compliance ensures eligibility for U.S. federal and government-related contracts
- Manufactured in the United States, supporting supply chain confidence and regulatory standards
Product Overview
The Cisco MDS 9500 Mainframe Package license (L-M95FIC1K9=) enables mainframe interoperability for a single MDS 9500 series switch. Designed for use in FICON environments, it supports enterprise-grade SAN architectures and enhances data center performance. The solution is manufactured in the United States and TAA-compliant, making it suitable for use in government and regulated industries. It is ideal for organizations requiring high availability connectivity between IBM mainframes and fiber channel SAN infrastructure.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards | |
Antenna Configuration | |
Operating Frequency |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
EMC Compliance | |
Certifications |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Boot | |
Authentication Methods | Smart Licensing Account |
Encryption Support | |
Data Integrity Protection | FICON Protocol Compliance |
Access Control | Role-based access control via management suite |
Interfaces
Supported Protocols | FICON, Fibre Channel |
SAN Architecture Support | Enterprise-grade SAN |
Switch Interoperability | Cisco MDS 9500 Series Switches |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions | Not Applicable (License) |
Operating Temperature | Not Applicable (License) |
Storage Temperature | Not Applicable (License) |
Operating Humidity | Not Applicable (License) |
Non-Operating Humidity | Not Applicable (License) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
License Type | Right-to-use (RTU) |
Delivery Method | Electronic via Cisco Smart Licensing |
License Term | Perpetual |
Smart Licensing Support | Yes |
Software Management Console | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Cloud Portal Integration | Yes, via Cisco Smart Licensing |
Number of Devices Supported | 1 MDS 9500 switch |