Cisco DS-C9148S-12PK9 Data Center Ethernet Switch

The Cisco DS-C9148S-12PK9 Data Center Ethernet Switch is a 16 GbE FCoE capable switch designed to converge storage networking and Ethernet traffic within data-center environments. It offers 12x active ports for high-density switching and includes dual AC power inputs for deployment flexibility in rack cabinets. By carrying Fibre Channel traffic over Ethernet, the switch enables integrated storage networking with standard Ethernet fabrics, helping simplify cabling and reduce the number of devices in a data-center network. This model is positioned for data centers that require scalable, converged networking and Cisco-based infrastructure. Applications include server-to-storage connections in virtualized environments, large-scale databases, and workloads that benefit from consolidated Ethernet and storage traffic.