Cisco DS-C9396S-48E8K9 96x16G FC 8x10G IP SAN Switch

• Enterprise SAN fabric consolidation in large data centers
• High-performance storage networking for virtualization clusters
• Hybrid cloud storage connectivity and extension
• Database-intensive workloads requiring low-latency SAN access
• Disaster recovery and business continuity architectures
• Storage backbone for ERP and financial systems
• Scalable SAN expansion in enterprise IT modernization projects

• Designed for scalable data center SAN fabric expansion
• Supports hybrid Fibre Channel and IP storage networking
• 2U rack-mount form factor for efficient space utilization
• High availability design for resilient storage operations
• Optimized for virtualization and cloud-ready infrastructures
• Suitable for enterprise storage consolidation projects
• Enhances SAN performance consistency across workloads
• Enables infrastructure modernization and lifecycle extension
• Reduces complexity in multi-protocol storage environments
• Built for long-term enterprise deployment stability

• Brand: Cisco
• Model: DS-C9396S-48E8K9
• Product Family: Enterprise SAN Switch Platform
• Switch Type: Fibre Channel Storage Area Network (SAN) Switch
• Architecture: Hybrid Fibre Channel + IP Storage Networking
• Port Configuration: 96 x 16Gbps Fibre Channel + 8 x 10Gbps IP ports
• Fibre Channel Speed: 16Gbps per port
• IP Storage Ports: 10Gbps Ethernet-based SAN extension
• Form Factor: 2U Rack-Mount Chassis
• Deployment: Enterprise Data Center / Storage Area Network
• Primary Use Case: High-density SAN fabric connectivity and storage scaling
• Networking Role: Core storage switching layer for enterprise SAN infrastructure
• Environment Compatibility: Virtualization, cloud-ready, and enterprise storage systems
• Infrastructure Focus: High-performance storage consolidation and SAN modernization

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

• Compared to lower-port variants in the MDS 9300 family, it offers significantly higher port density, making it suitable for large-scale consolidation and future expansion without frequent hardware replacement cycles.
• Its hybrid architecture supports modern storage strategies, including virtualization clusters and cloud-integrated storage systems, reducing operational overhead and improving deployment flexibility.
• Enterprises benefit from predictable latency and high availability design, which is critical for databases, ERP systems, and mission-critical workloads.
• It provides strong lifecycle value for organizations planning long-term SAN modernization and infrastructure standardization.