{"product_id":"cisco-mds-9396s-12-port-upgrade-smart-license-spare","title":"Cisco MDS 9396S 16G FC Switch 12-Port Upgrade Smart License","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eCisco MDS 9396S 16G FC Switch 12-Port Upgrade Smart License Spare\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMDS 9396S 12-port upgrade Smart license spare\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for organizations requiring scalable Fibre Channel storage networking infrastructure. This \u003cstrong\u003eFC switch upgrade license\u003c\/strong\u003e enables seamless port expansion on existing MDS 9396S deployments, providing enterprises with flexible capacity growth without replacing core switching hardware. Ideal for data centers expanding storage connectivity, this \u003cstrong\u003eSmart license spare\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains compatibility with your current infrastructure while delivering reliable 16G Fibre Channel performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-port upgrade capacity for MDS 9396S 16G Fibre Channel switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart license technology for flexible software licensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Cisco spare part with manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamless integration with existing MDS 9396S deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical storage networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports 16G Fibre Channel port speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces infrastructure replacement costs through modular upgrades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMDS 9396S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-Port Upgrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart License\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM9396S-PL12-SL=\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Upgrade License Spare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd of Sale Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAugust 2, 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd of Life Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOctober 31, 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the MDS 9396S 12-port upgrade used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMDS 9396S 12-port upgrade Smart license\u003c\/strong\u003e expands the port capacity of your existing Cisco MDS 9396S Fibre Channel switch, enabling additional storage device connections without requiring complete hardware replacement. This upgrade is essential for growing data centers needing scalable storage networking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a genuine Cisco spare part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this \u003cstrong\u003eFC switch upgrade license spare\u003c\/strong\u003e is an authentic Cisco Systems component (Part Number: M9396S-PL12-SL=) designed specifically for the MDS 9396S 16G platform. It carries full manufacturer support and compatibility assurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this upgrade with my current MDS 9396S switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e12-port upgrade Smart license\u003c\/strong\u003e is fully compatible with existing MDS 9396S 16G Fibre Channel switches. However, note that this product reached end of life on October 31, 2024, so availability may be limited. Verify compatibility with your specific deployment before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat licensing model does this upgrade support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upgrade utilizes Cisco's \u003cstrong\u003eSmart License\u003c\/strong\u003e technology, providing flexible software licensing that simplifies management and reduces licensing complexity across your storage infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CISCO SYSTEMS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41716701593675,"sku":"M9396S-PL12-SL=","price":11155.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/Cisco-MDS-9396S-16G-FC-Switch-12-Port-Upgrade-Smart-License.png?v=1788309427","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/cisco-mds-9396s-12-port-upgrade-smart-license-spare","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}