Datasheet
Data Sheet
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Supported Optics, Media, and Transmission Distances
Table 1 summarizes the interfaces and distances supported by the Cisco MDS 9124.
Table 1. Optics, Media, and Transmission Distances Supported by the Cisco MDS 9124
SFP Optics Wavelength
(nanometers)
Fiber Type Core Size (microns) Giga Baud Rate (GBd) Cable Distance
62.5 1.0625 984 ft (300m)
62.5 2.125 492 ft (150m)
62.5 4.250 230 ft (70m)
50.0 1.0625 1640 ft (500m)
50.0 2.125 984 ft (300m)
4G FC-SW 850 MMF
50.0 4.250 492 ft (150m)
9.0 1.0625 32,808 ft (10 km)
9.0 2.125 32,808 ft (10 km)
4G FC-LW 1310 SMF
9.0 4.250 32,808 ft (10 km)
For the SFP compatibility matrix, please refer to
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/ps4159/ps6409/ps4358/product_data_sheet09186a00801bc698.html.
Product Specifications
Table 2 lists the product specifications for the Cisco MDS 9124.
Table 2. Product Specifications for the Cisco MDS 9124
Item Specification
Security ● VSANs
● Zoning
Hardware-enforced zoning
Logical-unit-number (LUN) zoning and read-only zones
● FC-SP for host-to-switch and switch-to-switch authentication
● Port security
● Management access
SSHv2
SNMPv3
IP ACLs