Cisco MDS 9124V
The Cisco MDS 9124V is a 1U 24-port 64Gbps Gen 7 Fibre Channel switch designed for high-performance SAN connectivity in department clusters and edge storage environments. Delivering autonomous SAN analytics, line-rate 64G FC switching, and native NVMe/FC support, it ensures continuous data availability for modern all-flash arrays.
Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Family | Cisco MDS 9000 Series |
| Form factor | 1U rack |
| Released | Mar 2022 |
| Port count | 24x SFP+ Fibre Channel ports (active in 8-port increments via On-Demand Port Activation) |
| Port speeds | 64Gbps, 32Gbps, 16Gbps, and 8Gbps Fibre Channel |
| Performance | Up to 1.536Tbps aggregate line-rate switching throughput |
| Protocols | Fibre Channel (FC-NVMe, FCP, FICON support) |
| Analytics | Built-in telemetry ASIC for deep packet inspection and I/O analytics |
| Power supply | Dual redundant hot-swap power supplies and cooling fans |
| Management | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) / Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) |
Generations
- Previous generation: Cisco MDS 9148T
Compatible parts
Fans
DS-C32S-FAN-E Cisco MDS Switch FAN tray port-side exhaust (works with MDS 9124V switch)
DS-C32S-FAN-I Cisco MDS Switch FAN tray port-side intake (works with MDS 9124V switch)
Power supplies
DS-CAC-1200W Cisco MDS 9100 1200W AC PSU, bidirectional airflow
DS-CAC-500W-E Cisco MDS 9100 500W port-side exhaust PSU (works with MDS 9124V switch)
DS-CAC-500W-I Cisco MDS 9100 500W port-side intake PSU (works with MDS 9124V switch)
Transceivers
DS-SFP-FC16G-LW Cisco 16Gbps Fibre Channel Longwave SFP+ Transceiver
DS-SFP-FC16G-SW Cisco 16Gbps Fibre Channel Shortwave SFP+ Transceiver
DS-SFP-FC16GELW Cisco 16 Gbps Fibre Channel ELW SFP+, LC
DS-SFP-FC32G-ELW Cisco 32 Gbps Fibre Channel Extended LW SFP+
DS-SFP-FC32G-LW Cisco 32Gbps Fibre Channel Longwave SFP28 Transceiver
DS-SFP-FC32G-SW Cisco 32Gbps Fibre Channel Shortwave SFP28 Transceiver
DS-SFP-FC64G-LW Cisco 64 Gbps Fibre Channel LW SFP+, LC
DS-SFP-FC64G-SW Cisco 64Gbps Fibre Channel Shortwave SFP56 Transceiver
Works together
How the Cisco MDS 9124V connects to servers, storage and the network: 1 way, with the parts and products on each path.
Fibre Channel SAN
Match the speed: 16Gb and 32Gb FC HBAs, switches and array ports work together, and each generation also runs one or two speeds below its own (a 32Gb port runs at 16Gb and 8Gb).
Servers
Cisco UCS C220 M6 1U rack
Cisco UCS C220 M7 1U rack
Cisco UCS C225 M6 1U rack
Cisco UCS C240 M6 2U rack
Cisco UCS C240 M7 2U rack
Cisco UCS C245 M6 2U rack
Adapters for the server
UCSC-PCIE-BD16GF Cisco Emulex LPe31002 Dual Port 16G Fibre Channel HBA
UCSC-PCIE-BD32GF Cisco Broadcom LPe32002 Dual-Port 32G FC HBA
UCSC-PCIE-BS32GF Cisco Broadcom LPe32000 Single-Port 32G FC HBA
UCSC-PCIE-QD16GF Cisco Qlogic QLE2692 Dual Port 16G Fibre Channel HBA
Storage
Dell PowerMax 2500 4U multi-node rack
Dell PowerMax 8500 system bay multi-enclosure
Dell PowerStore 1200T 2U rack
Dell PowerStore 3200T 2U rack
Dell PowerStore 5200T 2U rack
Dell PowerStore 9200T 2U rack
Optics
- DS-SFP-FC16G-LW Cisco 16Gbps Fibre Channel Longwave SFP+ Transceiver
- DS-SFP-FC16G-SW Cisco 16Gbps Fibre Channel Shortwave SFP+ Transceiver
- DS-SFP-FC32G-LW Cisco 32Gbps Fibre Channel Longwave SFP28 Transceiver
Plan and size it
- Draw this setup in the topology planner mrplanb.com
- Add up rack power and space rack-density.com
- Virtualization storage Ledger: scored storage platforms mrplanb.com
- SAN transport and NVMe over FC for backup mrplanb.com
Check compatibility with Cisco
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Cisco has tested with the Cisco MDS 9124V.
- Compatibility Cisco UCS Hardware Compatibility List
- Compatibility Cisco Optics-to-Device Compatibility Matrix
- Support Cisco Support and Downloads
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What is the maximum Fibre Channel speed on the MDS 9124V?
The MDS 9124V supports line-rate speeds up to 64Gbps per port.
Can ports be activated on demand?
Yes, ports can be licensed in 8-port increments from 8 up to 24 ports.
Buying or selling MDS 9124V?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Cisco MDS 9124V 64G Fabric Switch Data Sheet, checked 2026-10-28
- Cisco MDS 9124V 64-Gbps 24-Port Fibre Channel Switch Data Sheet, checked 2026-10-28