Cisco MDS DS-X97-SF4-K9 4-Port 32G FC Switch Module

• SAN fabric expansion in Cisco MDS director environments
• High-performance storage connectivity for virtualization clusters
• Enterprise database storage acceleration
• Private cloud storage backbone scaling
• Disaster recovery and replication infrastructure
• Mission-critical application storage networks
• High-availability enterprise SAN upgrades
• Data center modernization projects

• Optimized for enterprise virtualization workloads
• Enhances existing SAN infrastructure lifecycle
• Enables modular and flexible data center growth
• Reduces operational disruption during upgrades
• Supports high-throughput storage environments
• Enterprise-grade reliability and stability design
• Ideal for hybrid and private cloud storage networks
• Improves SAN consolidation strategies
• Efficient expansion without full system replacement
• Built for mission-critical storage continuity

• Brand: Cisco
• Model: DS-X97-SF4-K9
• Module Type: Fibre Channel Switch Module
• Port Configuration: 4 x 32Gbps Fibre Channel Ports
• Port Speed: 32Gbps Fibre Channel
• Form Factor: Hot-Swappable Plug-in Blade Module
• Platform Compatibility: Cisco MDS Director-Class Switch Chassis
• Architecture: Cisco MDS Storage Networking Architecture
• Deployment: Enterprise Data Center / SAN Director Environment
• Use Case: SAN Fabric Expansion, Storage Connectivity Upgrade
• Hot-Swappable: Yes, Non-Disruptive Replacement Supported
• Scalability: Modular SAN Expansion within Existing Chassis
• Performance Class: High-Speed Enterprise Storage Networking

WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT?

• Enterprises choose this module for seamless SAN expansion without disrupting live production environments.
• It enables high-speed 32G Fibre Channel connectivity, improving storage performance for demanding workloads.
• Hot-swappable design reduces downtime risk during upgrades or maintenance cycles.
• Ideal for organizations scaling storage fabrics gradually instead of replacing full switch systems.