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DS-C9396S-48E8K9
Cisco DS-C9396S-48E8K9 MDS 9396S 48-Port 16G Fibre Channel S...
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DS-C9396S-48E8K9 is a managed Fibre Channel fabric switch with 48 enabled ports, bundled DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics and port-side exhaust airflow. The MDS 9396S belongs to the MDS 9000 Family and provides host, storage-target and interswitch connectivity through 96 physical port cages.
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500 buffer credits per port are available without the optional Enterprise license. DS-C9396S-48E8K9 supports hardware-enforced VSAN isolation and smart zoning. Inter-VSAN Routing requires the optional M9300ENT1K9 Enterprise Package rather than the base configuration.
DS-C9396S-48E8K9 is offered new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with optics bay recognition, PSU status, fan status, firmware verification and configuration wiped to factory default. Specify condition, quantities and required accessories on the PO. ORM warranty is up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units, with 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. PO acceptance, Net-30 for government and RMA with advance replacement support enterprise and volume orders, with regional stock and RMA coverage across UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 48 active FC ports / DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics |
Max Power Draw | 700W base / 800W fully populated |
Cooling | 4 fans in 2 DS-C96S-FAN-E modules |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale June 10, 2022 |
Replacement PID | DS-C9396T-48ETK9 |
When staging NVMe over Fibre Channel connectivity, FC-NVMe requires NX-OS 8.2(1) or later. Specify the required firmware release before the PO.
When standardizing two-post Telco installations, DS-SHELF= provides optional chassis support. Confirm the rack hardware and specify DS-SHELF= separately before the PO.
32Gbps Fibre Channel device links
The hardware supports a maximum port speed of 16Gbps. DS-C9396T-48ETK9 is the replacement with 48 active ports and bundled 32G optics.
Inter-VSAN routing without additional licensing
The base configuration excludes IVR. M9300ENT1K9 enables the Enterprise Package features required for inter-VSAN routing and advanced traffic engineering.
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| DS-C9396S-48E8K9 |  DS-C9396S-48EK9 |  DS-C9396S-48IK9 |  DS-C9396S-96ESK9 |  DS-C9396S-96E8K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 565.9 mm | 565.9 mm | 565.9 mm | 565.9 mm | 565.9 mm |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 2U |
| Height | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DS-C9396S-48E8K9 | DS-C9396S-48EK9 | DS-C9396S-48IK9 | DS-C9396S-96ESK9 | DS-C9396S-96E8K9 |
| Power Consumption | 700W | 700W | 700W | 800W | 800W |
| Weight | 17.8 kg | 17.8 kg. | 17.8 kg | 17.8 kg | 17.8 kg |
| Width | 442.5 mm | 442.5 mm | 442.5 mm | 442.5 mm | 442.5 mm |
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DS-C9396S-48E8K9 identifies an MDS 9396S bundle: 48 enabled ports, E for port-side exhaust and 8 for bundled DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics.
MDS 9396S management includes serial-console CLI, Ethernet CLI with SSHv2, Cisco Prime DCNM, SNMPv3, SMI-S and DCNM web services API. SNMPv3 also supports in-band IP over Fibre Channel.
Yes, DS-C9396S-48E8K9 reached end of sale June 10, 2022. Eligible existing support ends June 30, 2027; service-contract renewal ended September 5, 2026.
ORM Systems offers DS-C9396S-48E8K9 new sealed or certified refurbished. New units carry up to a 3-year extended warranty; refurbished units carry up to 1 year. Returns are 30 days for every condition; terms apply. Cisco service and warranty eligibility end June 30, 2027.
DS-C9396S-48E8K9 supports 12-port activation increments and optional M9300ENT1K9 Enterprise features. Additional management licensing includes Cisco Prime DCNM for SAN Advanced Edition.
DS-C9396S-48E8K9 bundles DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics; DS-C9396S-48ESK9 bundles DS-SFP-FC16G-SW optics. Both are discontinued, differing in bundled optical speed for existing SAN links.
DS-C9396S-48E8K9 enables 48 ports; DS-C9396S-96E8K9 enables 96. Both discontinued bundles include DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics; enabled port density distinguishes their existing-fabric applications.
DS-C9396S-48E8K9 is the discontinued 16G hardware bundle; DS-C9396T-48ETK9 is its 32G replacement. The former serves legacy sparing; the latter supports migration to 32G connectivity.
Yes, DS-C9396S-48E8K9 supports DS-SFP-FC16G-SW optics. Its bundled DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics do not provide 16Gbps operation.
Yes, MDS 9396S ships with two redundant AC supplies. DS-CAC-1200W-E provides port-side exhaust operation; both supplies must remain installed for continuous operation.
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