The Cisco MDS 9124 Multilayer Fabric Switch, part number DS-C9124-0-K9, is a highly efficient switch designed for enterprise-level storage area networks (SANs). This model provides 8 active ports and operates at Fibre Channel speeds of 1/2/4 Gbps, ensuring optimal data transmission rates and reliable performance in demanding environments.
This model is fully rack-mountable and requires 1U of rack space, making it ideal for data centres or network setups where space is a concern. The switch is built with a standard 24-port structure, but it ships with 8 active ports by default. The remaining ports can be activated on-demand using port licensing, thereby offering scalability as an organisation’s networking needs expand.
The Cisco MDS 9124 model supports advanced traffic management features, including VSANs (Virtual Storage Area Networks), ensuring flexible storage network segmentation and better utilisation of available resources. The switch uses NPIV (N_Port ID Virtualisation) to allow multiple virtual machines to access the network through a single physical Fibre Channel port, enhancing network efficiency.
For power and redundancy purposes, the switch comes with a dual hot-swappable power supply option, ensuring minimal disruption during power-related maintenance or emergencies. Additionally, it offers broad support for various storage network protocols, such as FSPF (Fabric Shortest Path First) for optimal route selection.
The Cisco MDS 9124 switch also includes SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) compatibility, enabling easier management and monitoring of network conditions. Its secure, reliable features make this model an excellent addition to any growing storage infrastructure within an enterprise.
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