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8818-FC Overview
8818-FC is a high-performance Fibre Channel card designed for delivering reliable, high-speed connectivity in enterprise storage networks. It supports data rates up to 16Gbps via SFP+ connectors and is compatible with top-tier routers, switches, and servers using the Fibre Channel protocol, making it an ideal solution for modern data centers.
Engineered in a PCIe form factor for seamless installation, the 8818-FC is crafted to upgrade server network interfaces and expand data center capacity with robust performance. Its design ensures optimal operation in mission-critical environments, offering features such as auto-negotiation and quality of service (QoS) support.
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8818-FC Specifications
- Power Consumption
- 15W
- Weight
- 0.5 lbs
- Height
- 1.5 inches
- Expansion Slots
- N/A
- Interface Ports
- SFP+
- Depth
- 0.8 inches
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Width
- 3.4 inches
- Connector Type
- SFP+
- Supported Protocols
- Fibre Channel
- Form Factor
- PCIe
- Product Type
- Network Card
- Module Type
- Fibre Channel Card
- Data Rate
- 16Gbps
- Compatibility
- Cisco / Dell / HP
- Max Speed
- 16Gbps
- Supported Features
- Auto-negotiation, QoS
- Product Name
- 8818-FC Fibre Channel Adapter
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Product Comparison Table 
| 8818-FC |  8800-LC-36FH |  8808-FC |  8812-FC |  8800-LC-48H | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Card | Network Module | Network Card | Network Card | Network Card |
| Module Type | Fibre Channel Card | Fibre Channel Card | Fibre Channel | Fibre Channel | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 16Gbps | 10Gbps | 16Gbps | 16Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Supported Protocols | Fibre Channel | Fibre Channel | Fibre Channel | Fibre Channel | TCP/IP, iSCSI |
| Form Factor | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco / Dell / HP | Cisco, Dell, HP | Cisco, Dell, HP | Cisco / Dell / HP | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell |
| Max Speed | 16Gbps | 10Gbps | 16Gbps | 16Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | N/A | N/A | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | 15W | 15W | 15W | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | Fibre Channel | Fibre Channel | SFP+ | Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | PCIe | PCIe | N/A |
| Product Name | 8818-FC Fibre Channel Adapter | 8800-LC-36FH | 8808-FC Fibre Channel Network Card | 8812-FC | 8800-LC-48H High-Density 48-Port 10Gb Ethernet Module |
| Height | 1.5 inches | 1.5 inches | 1.5 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 3.4 inches | 3.4 inches | 4.5 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | 0.8 inches | 6.0 inches | 7.0 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | 0.5 lbs | 1.2 lbs | 1.2 lbs | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nestor Blake
5
Reliable backbone fabric integration with low latency.
O
Oswin Keller
5
Professional core solution with consistent uptime.
P
Percival Monroe
5
Strong throughput handling for large-scale deployments.
Q
Quillian Hayes
4
Efficient fabric redundancy and predictable stability.
R
Rafferty Shaw
5
Dependable switching foundation for carrier networks.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
The Cisco 8818 Fabric Card is a high-density backplane module that expands system throughput and port capacity on supported Cisco routing platforms.
Which Cisco router models support the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
The Cisco 8818 Fabric Card is compatible with select Cisco ASR and Catalyst chassis, including ASR 9000 and Catalyst 9600 series with designated fabric slots.
What throughput and port density does the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card provide?
It delivers up to 360 Gbps full-duplex fabric bandwidth and supports up to 18 hot-swappable 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports per module.
How does the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card enhance network performance?
By providing non-blocking switching fabric, it minimizes latency, maximizes packet forwarding, and enables consistent line-rate performance under heavy loads.
What are the key features of the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
Key features include non-blocking architecture, redundant fabric paths, hot-swap support, per-port QoS enforcement, and Cisco IOS-XE feature parity.
How do I install the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
Power down the chassis, insert the card into the designated fabric slot until it seats firmly, secure the retention screws, then restore system power.
Which Cisco IOS-XE versions are required for the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
The card requires Cisco IOS-XE 16.9.3 or later, which includes fabric-aware routing, optimized forwarding tables, and enhanced QoS capabilities.
How does the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card support redundancy?
It offers dual-fabric paths with automatic failover and hitless switchover to ensure uninterrupted traffic flow in case of module or link failure.
What are the power and thermal specifications of the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
The module consumes up to 75 W and operates safely between 0 °C and 45 °C, with front-to-back airflow and IEEE-compliant cooling requirements.
How scalable is the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
Scalable to multi-module configurations, it supports clustering across chassis for aggregate throughput up to several terabits per second.
What environmental conditions does the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card support?
It complies with NEBS Level 3 and ETSI standards, operating at altitudes up to 5,000 m, 5%–90% non-condensing humidity, and standard office air quality.
What is the mean time between failures (MTBF) for the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
The card offers an MTBF exceeding 100,000 hours, reflecting industrial-grade components and Cisco’s rigorous reliability testing.
Can I mix the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card with other fabric modules in the same chassis?
Yes. You can deploy Cisco 8818 Fabric Cards alongside other compatible fabric modules to balance bandwidth and redundancy requirements.
How do I configure the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card for optimal performance?
Use Cisco IOS-XE CLI to enable fabric-aware routing, configure per-port QoS policies, and verify link aggregation and redundancy settings.
What warranty and support options are available for the Cisco 8818 Fabric Card?
Cisco offers a one-year hardware warranty with optional Smart Net Total Care for 24/7 support, software upgrades, and expedited hardware replacement.