Cisco MDS 9148T 32G FC Switch 8-Port Upgrade License
Expand your network's port density with the Cisco MDS 9148T 32G FC Switch 8-Port Upgrade License, enabling 8 additional Fibre Channel ports for enhanced connectivity.
- Expanded Capacity: Gain access to 8 additional 32G Fibre Channel ports, increasing your storage network's throughput and device connectivity.
- Feature Enablement: Unlock the full potential of your MDS 9148T platform by activating crucial port functionalities required for growth.
- Subscription Term: Benefit from a flexible subscription-based licensing model, aligning costs with your operational needs and budget cycles.
- Platform Specific: This license is designed exclusively for the Cisco MDS 9148T platform, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco MDS 9148T 32G FC Switch 8-Port Upgrade License is a subscription-based software license that activates 8 additional Fibre Channel ports on your existing MDS 9148T switch. It is designed to enhance the connectivity and capacity of your storage area network (SAN).
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations utilize this license to scale their SAN infrastructure without replacing hardware. It is essential for businesses experiencing growth in data storage needs or requiring more connections to servers and storage arrays within their data center or server room.
- Increased Port Count: Activates 8 new 32G Fibre Channel ports.
- Subscription Billing: Operates on a recurring subscription model for predictable costs.
- Platform Compatibility: Specifically designed for the Cisco MDS 9148T switch.
- Enhanced Connectivity: Supports more devices and higher throughput for your SAN.
- Compliance and Scalability: Enables network expansion while maintaining licensing compliance.
This license provides a cost-effective way for growing businesses to scale their SAN infrastructure and meet increasing data demands.
What This Enables
Expand SAN Port Capacity
Enable teams to connect more servers and storage devices to their existing SAN infrastructure. Streamline the addition of new resources by activating dormant port capabilities on the MDS 9148T switch.
Data center operations, storage area network management, server virtualization environments, business continuity planning
Support Business Growth
Automate the scaling of network connectivity to accommodate increasing data volumes and user demands. Ensure compliance with licensing requirements while providing the necessary bandwidth for critical applications.
Growing SMB operations, mid-market enterprise expansion, IT infrastructure upgrades, digital transformation initiatives
Optimize Storage Network Performance
Streamline the integration of new storage arrays or servers by providing immediate access to additional high-speed Fibre Channel ports. Enhance overall SAN performance and reduce potential bottlenecks.
High-performance computing environments, virtual desktop infrastructure deployments, data-intensive application support
Key Features
8-Port Activation
Instantly increases the number of available Fibre Channel connections for your SAN.
32G Fibre Channel Speed
Supports high-speed data transfer crucial for modern storage and server connectivity.
Subscription Licensing
Provides predictable operational expenses and flexibility for scaling needs.
Cisco MDS 9148T Specific
Guarantees compatibility and optimal performance with your existing Cisco hardware.
Platform Upgrade
Enhances the capabilities of your current switch, deferring costly hardware replacements.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require high-speed, reliable, and scalable storage networks to handle large transaction volumes and sensitive data, making port expansion critical for performance and compliance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations manage vast amounts of patient data that demand robust and expandable SAN infrastructure to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and compliance with regulations like HIPAA.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial operations often rely on real-time data processing and control systems that require high-performance storage networks, necessitating the ability to easily scale connectivity as operations expand.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses process significant transaction data and customer information, requiring scalable SAN solutions to support point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and loyalty programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a platform software license?
A platform software license, like this one for the Cisco MDS 9148T, unlocks specific features or capacity on a hardware device. It is distinct from a hardware warranty and often operates on a subscription model.
How is this license billed?
This license is billed on a subscription basis, meaning you pay a recurring fee for its use over a defined term, rather than a one-time perpetual purchase.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically designed for and applies only to the Cisco MDS 9148T 32G Fibre Channel switch.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.