DS-C9132T-24PITK9 – 24x32G FC Ports – 24x32G SW Optics – Intake SAN Switch
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DS-C9132T-24PITK9 Description
DS-C9132T-24PITK9 is a Cisco MDS 9132T 32G Fibre Channel SAN switch bundle for port-side-intake storage access designs. It provides 24 active Fibre Channel ports at order, includes 24 Cisco 32G shortwave optics for multimode FC links, ships with four fan modules and two power supplies, supports expansion on the 32-port MDS 9132T platform, and keeps the Enterprise license outside the bundled order line for SAN designs that need hardware and optics defined separately from advanced software features.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Product ID |
DS-C9132T-24PITK9 |
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Product compatibility |
Cisco MDS 9000 Family |
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Product type |
32G Fibre Channel SAN switch |
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Order configuration |
24 active ports with 24 x 32G SW optics |
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Active ports at order |
24 active ports |
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Maximum Fibre Channel ports |
Up to 32 Fibre Channel ports |
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Fibre Channel speed support |
4, 8, 16, and 32 Gbps autosensing |
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Aggregate bandwidth |
1024 Gbps full duplex |
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Network license |
Not included in the order line |
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Fan modules |
4 fan modules |
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Airflow direction |
Port-side intake |
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Minimum NX-OS release |
Cisco MDS NX-OS 8.2(1) or later |
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Minimum Cisco DCNM release |
Cisco DCNM 10.4(1) or later |
Product Performance
Key Features
The Cisco order line combines a 24-port MDS 9132T switch, 24 Cisco 32G SW optics, four fans, two power supplies, and port-side intake airflow. That makes airflow direction and optic speed visible in the first quote instead of hidden in separate line items.
This bundle is built around Cisco 32G FC shortwave optics for multimode fiber. It is a cleaner fit when the SAN design already calls for 32G host, array, or inter-switch links at the access layer.
Cisco marks the DS-C9132T-24PITK9 bundle without the Enterprise license included. IVR, advanced QoS, FC security functions, traffic encryption, VSAN-based access control, and fabric binding should be quoted only when the design requires the Enterprise package.
The switch starts with 24 active FC ports and can be planned toward the 32-port platform limit with the M9132T-PL8 activation item. This keeps the first purchase aligned to the real port map while leaving room for documented expansion.
The MDS 9132T platform uses hot-swappable power supplies, fan modules, and SFP+ optics. For this SKU, spare PSU and fan planning should stay aligned to the same port-side intake cooling direction.
Cisco lists MDS NX-OS 8.2(1) or later and Cisco DCNM 10.4(1) or later for the platform. Confirm those versions against the target fabric before quote approval, especially when the switch will join an existing MDS environment.
Application Scenarios
DS-C9132T-24PITK9 targets server-rack Fibre Channel access designs where cooling air enters from the port side and the first order should include 32G shortwave optics.
The SKU works for deployments that need 24 active FC links now and want a documented path to reach 32 ports later. The 8-port activation decision can be reviewed with the final host, array, and ISL map.
This model lets hardware and optics move through approval first while Enterprise functions remain a separate commercial line. That keeps license scope clear for procurement, operations, and finance.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
DS-C9132T-24PITK9 | |||
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Active ports at order |
24 |
24 |
24 |
8 |
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Included FC optics |
24 x 32G SW |
24 x 32G SW |
24 x 16G SW |
8 x 32G SW |
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Airflow direction |
Port-side intake |
Port-side exhaust |
Port-side intake |
Port-side intake |
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Network license |
Not included |
Not included |
Included |
Not included |
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Fan modules |
4 fans |
4 fans |
4 fans |
2 fans |
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Power supplies |
2 power supplies |
2 power supplies |
2 power supplies |
1 power supply |
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Maximum Fibre Channel ports |
Up to 32 ports |
Up to 32 ports |
Up to 32 ports |
Up to 32 ports |
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Fibre Channel speed support |
32 Gbps |
32 Gbps |
32 Gbps |
32 Gbps |
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Minimum NX-OS release |
8.2(1) or later |
8.2(1) or later |
8.2(1) or later |
8.2(1) or later |
- DS-C9132T-24PITK9 is the 24-port intake-airflow bundle for projects that need Cisco 32G SW optics included and do not want Enterprise bundled by default.
- DS-C9132T-24PETK9 keeps the same 24-port and 32G optic profile but changes the cooling direction to port-side exhaust.
- DS-C9132T-24PISK9 keeps intake airflow and 24 active ports, but its order line includes Cisco 16G SW optics and the Enterprise license.
- DS-C9132T-8PMITK9 is the smaller intake 32G optic bundle when the first phase starts at 8 active ports instead of 24.
Selection Guide
1. Lock the rack airflow code first
DS-C9132T-24PITK9 should be used only when the cabinet standard calls for port-side intake airflow. If the site standard is exhaust airflow, review DS-C9132T-24PETK9 before the quote is released.
2. Match the optic speed to the SAN refresh
This SKU includes 24 Cisco 32G SW optics for a 32G multimode refresh or new access layer. If the project remains on 16G SW links, compare the PISK9 and PESK9 Enterprise bundles instead.
3. Decide whether Enterprise functions are required
The Enterprise license is not part of this bundle. Add M9100-ENT1K9= only when IVR, advanced QoS, FC security functions, traffic encryption support, VSAN-based access control, or fabric binding are in scope.
4. Review the final eight-port growth plan
The bundle starts at 24 active FC ports. If the port plan already includes growth beyond 24 links, include the 8-port activation item during the same compatibility and commercial review.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
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Intake 32G SKU |
DS-C9132T-24PITK9 |
Distinguishes this bundle from PETK9 exhaust and PISK9 Enterprise 16G orders |
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Fiber media plan |
24 Cisco 32G SW FC optics, LC multimode cabling, and reach budget |
Confirms the optical design matches the included transceivers |
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Cooling hardware |
Port-side intake switch with intake PSU and fan spares |
Prevents airflow conflicts during installation or spare replacement |
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License boundary |
Enterprise license outside the bundled order line |
Shows whether a separate Enterprise package must be selected |
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Active-port roadmap |
24 active FC ports now and M9132T-PL8 if more links are planned |
Keeps expansion tied to the confirmed SAN port map |
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Operating release |
Cisco MDS NX-OS 8.2(1) or later |
Confirms platform support for the target fabric release |
Optional Add-ons
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Model |
Description |
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M9132T-PL8= |
Cisco MDS 9132T 8-port activation license spare for expanding a 24-port configuration |
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M9132T-PL8-SL= |
Cisco MDS 9132T 8-port activation Smart License spare |
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M9100-ENT1K9= |
Cisco MDS 9000 Family Enterprise Package for adding Enterprise functions separately |
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DS-CAC-650W-I= |
650W AC power supply spare for port-side intake airflow |
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DS-C32S-FAN-I= |
MDS 9132T fan module spare for port-side intake airflow |
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DS-SFP-FC32G-SW |
Cisco 32G Fibre Channel shortwave SFP+ optic for matching spare optics |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product ID | DS-C9132T-24PITK9 | Product compatibility | Cisco MDS 9000 Family |
| Product type | 32G Fibre Channel SAN switch | Order configuration | Switch with 24 active ports, 24 x 32G SW optics, 4 fans, 2 power supplies, and port-side intake airflow |
| Network license | Enterprise license is not included in the DS-C9132T-24PITK9 order line | Form factor | 1RU fixed-switch chassis |
| Fibre Channel ports | 16 SFP+ base ports plus one 16-port SFP+ expansion module slot | Active ports at order | 24 active Fibre Channel ports |
| Maximum Fibre Channel ports | Up to 32 active Fibre Channel ports | Port activation license | Cisco MDS 9132T 8-port On-Demand Activation license |
| Fibre Channel speed support | 4, 8, 16, and 32 Gbps autosensing | Dedicated bandwidth per port | 32 Gbps |
| Aggregate bandwidth | 1024 Gbps aggregate bandwidth | Port channel support | Up to 16 load-balanced physical links in one port channel |
| Fibre Channel port types | E, F, and B standard port types; SD, ST, NP, and TE enhanced port types | NVMe/FC support | NVMe/FC listed by Cisco for the platform |
| Management Ethernet ports | Two 10/100/1000 out-of-band Ethernet management ports | Telemetry port | Dedicated 10/100/1000BASE-T telemetry port listed by Cisco |
| Console and USB ports | RS-232 serial console port and USB power-on auto-provision port | Minimum NX-OS release | Cisco MDS NX-OS 8.2(1) or later |
| Minimum Cisco DCNM release | Cisco DCNM 10.4(1) or later | Fan modules | 4 fan modules in the Cisco bundle description |
| Power supplies | 2 power supplies in the Cisco bundle description | Matching power supply spare | DS-CAC-650W-I= for port-side intake airflow |
| Matching fan spare | DS-C32S-FAN-I= for port-side intake airflow | AC input voltage | 100 to 240 VAC |
| AC input frequency | 50 to 60 Hz nominal | Power supply output capacity | 650 W |
| Power supply output voltage | 12 V +/- 5 percent, up to 54 A | Output hold-up time | 20 ms |
| Maximum system power | 180 W | Heat dissipation | 614 BTU/hr |
| Typical power consumption | 150 W at 110 V/60 Hz and 147 W at 220 V/50 Hz with 24 x 32G optics, expansion module installed, 50 percent traffic, 1 PSU, and 2 fan modules | Maximum power consumption | 231 W at 110 V/60 Hz and 226 W at 220 V/50 Hz with 32 x 32G optics, expansion module installed, 100 percent traffic, 2 PSUs, and 4 fan modules |
| Airflow direction | Port-side intake airflow, inward from ports | System airflow rate | 50 CFM through system fan assembly at 77F (25C) |
| Maximum airflow rate | 100 CFM maximum | Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 20.11 in. (4.36 x 43.94 x 51.07 cm) |
| Weight | 21.65 lb (9.82 kg) | Included FC optics | 24 x Cisco 32G Fibre Channel shortwave optics |
| 32G SW transceiver product ID | DS-SFP-FC32G-SW | 32G SW wavelength | 850 nm |
| 32G SW fiber type | Multimode fiber | 32G SW baud rate at 32G | 28.05 GBd |
| 32G SW cable distance | 65 ft (20 m) on OM2, 230 ft (70 m) on OM3, and 328 ft (100 m) on OM4 or OM5 | Supported FC optics | 32G SW, 32G LW, 16G SW, 16G LW, 16G ELW, 8G SW, 8G LW, 8G ER, and 8G CWDM SFP+ optics |
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