The Cisco MDS 9222i MultiService Fabric Switch, identified by part number AG851A, is a highly versatile network switch designed to optimise data centre fabric infrastructure. This device comes with 18 ports and is an ideal solution for expanding the functionality of Fibre Channel storage networks. It supports a range of protocols, including both Fibre Channel and Fibre Channel over IP (FCIP), ensuring robust interoperability for SANs (Storage Area Networks). The Cisco MDS 9222i also offers excellent scalability by enabling seamless integration with existing storage networks.
This model is rack-mountable, making it easy to install in standard server racks, and it is purpose-built to conserve space, making it a good choice for dense data centre environments. The switch supports a host of advanced features such as Virtual SANs (VSANs) and PortChannel functionality, empowering administrators to manage multiple virtual SANs through a consolidated infrastructure with high availability and load balancing. It also features integrated security options, supporting features like IPsec and port-level security, which help to ensure your network transactions are secure.
The Cisco MDS 9222i is engineered with performance and reliability at its core, boasting multi-protocol support and high throughput. With the inclusion of FCIP, it enables data flows between geographically separated SANs, making it a perfect fit for disaster recovery setups and WAN storage extension. High port density and flexible configuration options allow this switch to easily adapt to evolving network demands.
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