Cisco MDS 9706 V2 Base Config with 2 Sup-4, 3 FAB-3 Modules

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: DS-C9706-V2K9
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  • Modular 9U chassis with 4 expansion slots (1 available)
  • Includes 2 Supervisor-4 and 3 FAB-3 switching fabric modules
  • Redundant 3000W hot-plug AC power supplies (120/230 V, 50-60 Hz)
  • Cooling with 3 integrated fans for high-performance operation
  • Conforms to FIPS 140-2 Level 2 and multiple global compliance standards
  • Form factor: external chassis, dimensions 17.3" x 32" x 15.6", weight 145.06 lbs

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Key Benefits

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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

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)

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