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General| Form Factor | Modular |
|---|---|
| Manageable | Yes |
| Management | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), CLI, SNMP |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Interfaces/Ports | Fibre Channel, Ethernet |
| Product Series | MDS 9700 |
| Product Type | Multilayer Switch |
| Port Speeds | 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 Gbps |
| Redundancy | N+1 redundancy |
| Power Supply | AC or DC |
| Power Supply Options | AC or DC |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C) |
| Supported Protocols | Fibre Channel, FCIP, iSCSI |
Overview of the Cisco MDS 9718 Director, a high-port density switch for enterprise data centers.
Overview of the Cisco MDS 9710 Director, a high-performance SAN switch for enterprise data centers.
Overview of the Cisco MDS 9706 Director, designed for small to medium-sized storage networks.
Describes the physical chassis of the Cisco MDS 9700 Multilayer Director Series.
Details the supported supervisor modules for Cisco MDS 9700 Series switches.
Provides details on Crossbar Fabric Switching Modules for Cisco MDS 9718, 9710, and 9706 Directors.
Discusses Fiber Channel switching modules, including the 48-Port 64-Gbps, 32-Gbps, and 16-Gbps variants.
Describes the Cisco MDS 24/10 port SAN Extension Module for enterprise disaster recovery.
Details Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) switching modules for Cisco MDS 9700 Series.
Explains the function and types of fan modules used in Cisco MDS 9700 Series Directors.
Lists the types of power supplies supported by the Cisco MDS 9700 Series.
Details the acceptable humidity levels for Cisco MDS 9700 Series switch operation.
Specifies the operational altitude limits and considerations for Cisco MDS 9700 Series switches.
Outlines requirements for a clean environment to prevent dust and particle buildup.
Provides guidelines to reduce EMI and RFI to protect the switch and surrounding devices.
Explains the importance of proper grounding for system stability and component protection.
Guides on determining power needs, supply count, and power modes for switch installation.
Describes different power modes like Combined, N+1, and Grid Redundancy for power management.
Specifies requirements for racks and cabinets suitable for Cisco MDS 9700 Series Directors.
Details the necessary clearance around the chassis for installation, airflow, and maintenance.
Provides instructions and safety precautions for mounting the switch in a rack.
Outlines preliminary steps and safety information before installing the switches.
Instructions on how to unpack and check the chassis for damage or missing items.
Lists the tools and materials needed for the installation process.
General guidelines and precautions to follow during the installation of the chassis.
Steps for attaching bottom-support rails to a two-post rack for stability.
Steps for attaching bottom-support rails to a four-post rack for stability.
Detailed procedure for installing the Cisco MDS 9706 chassis in a two-post rack.
Procedure for installing Cisco MDS 9710 and 9718 switches in four-post racks or cabinets.
Explains the importance and procedure for establishing system grounding for electrostatic discharge protection.
Describes the types of ports available on the Cisco MDS 9700 Series switch for connectivity.
Outlines considerations for site preparation for network connections to the switch.
Step-by-step guide for connecting to the switch's console port for initial configuration.
Instructions for connecting the management Ethernet port to an external network device.
Procedures for safely removing and installing SFP+ and QSFP+ transceivers.
Step-by-step guide for installing a supervisor module into the Cisco MDS 9700 Series chassis.
Procedure for safely removing a supervisor module from the Cisco MDS 9700 Series chassis.
Instructions for migrating supervisor modules without interrupting network operation.
Steps for installing a switching module into the Cisco MDS 9700 Series chassis.
Procedure for safely removing a switching module from the Cisco MDS 9700 Series chassis.
Guidelines and procedures for installing and removing crossbar fabric switching modules.
Steps to nondisruptively migrate from Crossbar Fabric-1 to Fabric-3 switching modules.
Information on installing and connecting AC and DC power supplies to the switch chassis.
Procedures for installing and removing fan modules from the Cisco MDS 9700 Series switches.
Steps to power on the switch and verify that all components are installed and operating correctly.
Provides environmental and physical specifications for Cisco MDS 9700 Series switches.
Details specifications for various modules like Supervisor, Crossbar Fabric, and FCoE switching modules.
Lists specifications for AC and DC power supplies, including fuse information.
Outlines power requirements and heat dissipation for various components in the MDS 9700 Directors.
Lists the cables and adapters included in the Cisco MDS 9700 Series accessory kit.
Describes the console port and its function for management connectivity.
Details the management Ethernet port for network access and switch management.
Lists supported power cords and plugs for connecting the switch to power sources.
Provides information on how to contact Cisco customer service for support and assistance.
Explains how to locate the chassis serial number for identification and support purposes.
Offers a checklist for essential site preparation tasks for successful switch installation.
Lists and illustrates the contents of the Cisco MDS 9700 Series accessory kit.
