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Cisco MDS 9000 18/4-Port Multiservice Networking Module


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   Product Description
  • The Cisco MDS 9000 18/4-Port Multiservice Networking Module (MSM-18/4) is a high-performance, enterprise-grade storage networking solution designed to deliver seamless integration of Fibre Channel and IP-based storage services within a single module. Engineered for mission-critical SAN environments, it enables efficient data mobility, secure storage extension, and enhanced disaster recovery capabilities.
  • This module provides 18 autosensing Fibre Channel ports (1/2/4 Gbps) alongside 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for IP storage services such as FCIP and iSCSI. It supports advanced features like hardware-based encryption, compression, and FCIP acceleration to optimize WAN bandwidth and reduce latency in long-distance storage replication.
  • With support for multiprotocol environments including FICON, FCIP, and iSCSI, the module simplifies complex SAN infrastructures while improving performance, scalability, and operational efficiency.
   Key Features
  • 18 × autosensing Fibre Channel ports (1/2/4 Gbps)
  • 4 × Gigabit Ethernet ports for IP storage services
  • Integrated FCIP for SAN extension over WAN
  • Hardware-based compression and IPsec encryption
  • Advanced FCIP write & tape acceleration
  • I/O acceleration for improved SCSI performance
  • Support for iSCSI, FICON, and FCIP protocols
  • Virtual SANs (VSANs) and Inter-VSAN Routing (IVR)
  • Long-distance connectivity up to 200 km
  • High availability with PortChannels and clustering
   Specifications
  • Brand: Cisco 
  • Model: MSM-18/4
  • Compatibility: Cisco MDS 9000 Series switches (9200 & 9500)
  • OS Support: Cisco SAN-OS / NX-OS
  • Form Factor: Plug-in module for MDS chassis
  • Hot-swappable: Yes
  • High availability: Supports clustering & redundancy
  • Port Speed: 1 / 2 / 4 Gbps autosensing
  • PortChannel Support: Up to 16 links
  • FCIP Tunnels: Up to 3 per port

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Brand:
Cisco
Conditions:
New
Warranty:
3 Years