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DS-C9396S-96E8K9
Cisco DS-C9396S-96E8K9 MDS 9396S 96-Port 16G Fiber Channel S...
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DS-C9396S-96E8K9 is a managed SAN fabric switch with 96 activated Fiber Channel ports and bundled DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics. The fixed interfaces support host, storage target and inter-switch connections. Cisco MDS 9396S combines 16G-capable hardware with port-side exhaust airflow in a 2U chassis; the included optical bundle operates at 8G. The discontinued DS-C9396S-96ESK9 instead bundles DS-SFP-FC16G-SW optics.
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1600 Gbps switching capacity supports switching across the fabric. 500 buffer-to-buffer credits per port are available without Enterprise licensing for link credit allocation. DS-C9396S-96E8K9 uses virtual output queuing to prevent head-of-line blocking. Hardware zoning and VSAN isolation separate storage traffic, while In-Service Software Upgrades allow software changes while Fiber Channel ports carry traffic.
DS-C9396S-96E8K9 is offered new sealed or certified refurbished, with an ORM warranty of up to 3 years extended for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units; every condition includes 30-day returns, terms apply. Refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, rated-speed port links, clean boot, optics bay recognition, PSU status and fan status; firmware is verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Specify the condition and required accessories on the purchase order. For enterprise and volume POs, ORM accepts purchase orders, offers Net-30 for government and RMA with advance replacement, with regional stock and RMA across the UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 96 activated Fiber Channel ports / bundled DS-SFP-FC8G-SW |
Max Power Draw | 800W |
Cooling | 4 fans / 2 DS-C96S-FAN-E modules |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale June 10, 2022 |
Replacement PID | DS-C9396T-96ETK9 |
When several SAN sites standardize inter-switch connectivity, the MDS 9396S supports PortChannels containing 16 physical links. Establish common ISL groupings and record endpoint optical requirements for each location. Reserve the required fabric connections before specifying host attachments and issuing the hardware PO.
When replacement SAN hardware needs configuration before installation, the MDS 9396S provides Power On Auto Provisioning for software image and configuration installation. Serial console access defaults to 9600 baud. Specify the staging workflow, terminal access and configuration handoff requirements before issuing the PO.
32G Fiber Channel host connections
16G is the hardware ceiling. DS-C9396T-96ETK9 provides the 32G replacement with 96 activated ports when higher-speed Fiber Channel connections are required.
Continued Cisco security maintenance
Security maintenance ended June 9, 2025. DS-C9396T-96ETK9 is the replacement to evaluate when ongoing Cisco vulnerability remediation is an ordering requirement.
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| DS-C9396S-96E8K9 |  DS-C9396S-48ESK9 |  DS-C9396S-96EK9 |  DS-C9396S-48E8K9 |  DS-C9396S-96ESK9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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-96E8K9 | DS-C9396S-48ESK9 | DS-C9396S-96EK9 | DS-C9396S-48E8K9 | DS-C9396S-96ESK9 |
| Power Consumption | 800W | 700W | 800W | 700W | 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-96E8K9 identifies MDS 9396S with 96 activated ports, port-side exhaust airflow and an 8G optical bundle. DS-C9396S identifies the switch, 96 indicates activated ports, E indicates exhaust and 8 indicates the optical bundle. Keep K9 within the complete ordering code.
Cisco MDS 9396S supports serial-console CLI, CLI over SSHv2, Cisco Prime DCNM, SNMPv3 and SMI-S management. An out-of-band Ethernet interface provides management connectivity, with in-band IP over Fiber Channel also available for SNMPv3. Specify the management connection separately from storage traffic connections.
DS-C9396S-96E8K9 ended sale June 10, 2022, and Cisco support ends June 30, 2027. Security maintenance ended June 9, 2025, and service contract renewals ended September 5, 2026. Remaining Cisco support depends on an active entitlement through the final support date.
DS-C9396S-96E8K9 is offered new sealed with up to a 3-year extended ORM warranty, or certified refurbished with up to a 1-year ORM warranty. Both conditions have 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's limited warranty is separate and subject to entitlement, with Cisco service ending June 30, 2027.
DS-C9396S-96E8K9 has 96 activated ports; optional M9300ENT1K9 enables the Enterprise Package, and DCNM-SAN-M93-K9 adds DCNM SAN Advanced features. M93ENTDCNM-K9 combines these packages. Licensing covers the switch's ports, while advanced packages require separate PAK activation and installation. Specify required features separately from hardware condition.
DS-C9396S-96E8K9 includes two redundant internal AC supplies using DS-CAC-1200W-E. Each supplies 1200W at 180-264V AC or 800W at 90-180V AC. Power-grid redundancy requires 180-264V AC input. Specify cabinet voltage and dedicated supply circuits before finalizing the power connections.
DS-C9396S-96E8K9 supports 16G hardware operation, but bundled DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics support 8G maximum. DS-SFP-FC16G-SW supports 16G shortwave connections. Pair shortwave optics with shortwave optics, and specify LC cabling, remote transceivers and the permitted fiber distance before ordering replacement optics for higher-speed links.
DS-C9396S-96E8K9 bundles DS-SFP-FC8G-SW optics, while DS-C9396S-96ESK9 bundles DS-SFP-FC16G-SW optics. Both configurations are discontinued and have 96 activated ports. The first suits orders retaining 8G optical connections; the second suits 16G optical requirements. Specify the optical bundle explicitly when comparing hardware quotes.
DS-C9396S-96E8K9 has 96 activated ports, whereas DS-C9396S-48E8K9 starts with 48 activated ports. Both configurations are discontinued. Specify how many connections require activation when comparing quotes: the 96-port bundle suits fully activated hardware orders, while the 48-port configuration starts with fewer enabled connections.
DS-C9396T-96ETK9 is the 32G replacement for discontinued DS-C9396S-96E8K9, whose hardware supports 16G maximum. Both configurations have 96 activated ports. The original model suits existing-hardware sparing requirements; the replacement suits purchases requiring 32G Fiber Channel connections. Keep the generation-specific PID on the PO.
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