Cisco MDS 9148S - Switch - managed - 12 x 16Gb Fibre Channel - back to front airflow - rack-mountable

• Robust security
  Equipped with a suite of authentication methods including Active Directory, LDAP, RADIUS, Secure Shell v.2 (SSH2), and TACACS , this switch ensures secure access and data transmission. The inclusion of AES encryption algorithm further enhances data security, making it a reliable choice for sensitive environments.
• Comprehensive compliance
  Meets a wide range of compliance standards such as ACA TS001, AS/NZS 3260, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950, and more, ensuring the device adheres to global safety and operational regulations. This compliance extends to electromagnetic compatibility and safety standards, providing peace of mind in various operational contexts.
• Advanced networking capabilities
  Features like Access Control List (ACL) support, Quality of Service (QoS), and Virtual Route Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) support, alongside robust Fiber Channel support across multiple protocols, offer a versatile and efficient networking solution. The switch's ability to manage traffic and ensure secure, reliable connections makes it ideal for complex network environments.
• Efficient power redundancy
  With a 1 1 power redundancy scheme and hot-plug capability, the switch ensures uninterrupted operation and easy maintenance. The dual internal power supply setup, capable of providing 300 W, offers reliability and operational efficiency in demanding environments.
• Flexible management options
  Support for multiple remote management protocols including CLI, HTTP, RMON, SMI-S, SNMP 3, and SSH-2, allows for versatile and comprehensive management of the switch. This flexibility ensures that the device can be seamlessly integrated and managed within a variety of network infrastructures.

The Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch is the next generation of the highly reliable Cisco MDS 9100 series switches. It includes up to 48 auto-sensing line-rate 16-Gbps Fiber Channel ports in a compact easy to deploy and manage 1-rack-unit (1RU) form factor. In all, the Cisco MDS 9148S is a powerful and flexible switch that delivers high performance and comprehensive Enterprise-class features.

• Flexibility for growth and virtualization
• Easy deployment and management
• Optimized bandwidth utilization and reduced downtime
• Enterprise-class features and reliability at low cost
• PowerOn Auto Provisioning and intelligent diagnostics
• In-Service Software Upgrade and dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies for high availability
• Role-based authentication, authorization, and accounting services to support regulatory requirements
• High-performance interswitch links with multipath load balancing
• Smart zoning and virtual output queuing
• Hardware-based slow port detection and recovery