Cisco MDS 9148T 32Gb 48-Port Fibre Channel SAN Switch

Cisco MDS 9148T is a high-performance 32Gb Fibre Channel SAN switch built for modern enterprise storage networks.

It delivers up to 48 Fibre Channel ports, supports NVMe over Fibre Channel (FC-NVMe), and features integrated SAN Analytics for real-time visibility and performance monitoring.

Designed for all-flash storage arrays, virtualization, cloud infrastructure, and mission-critical applications, the MDS 9148T offers low-latency, non-blocking performance with enterprise-class reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions For Cisco MDS 9148T

1. What is the Cisco MDS 9148T?

The Cisco MDS 9148T is a 32Gb Fibre Channel SAN switch designed for enterprise storage networking, delivering high-speed connectivity for all-flash storage arrays and mission-critical applications.

2. How many ports does the MDS 9148T support?

The switch supports up to 48 Fibre Channel ports. The entry-level model comes with 24 activated ports, with additional ports enabled through software licenses.

3. Does the Cisco MDS 9148T support NVMe over Fibre Channel?

Yes. It supports FC-NVMe (NVMe over Fibre Channel), enabling high-performance storage connectivity with low latency for modern flash storage environments.

4. What Fibre Channel speeds are supported?

The switch supports 4, 8, 16, and 32 Gbps auto-sensing Fibre Channel connectivity, allowing compatibility with both legacy and current-generation SAN devices.

5. What is SAN Analytics?

SAN Analytics is Cisco's built-in monitoring capability that provides real-time telemetry and performance insights directly from the switch ASIC without requiring external probes, simplifying SAN troubleshooting and optimization.