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- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Model or Part: M9124PL8-4G
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Overview
The Cisco M9124PL8-4G Port Activation License unlocks eight additional ports on the MDS 9124 Multilayer Fabric switch. This software license enables you to expand your storage area network (SAN) or data center fabric without the need for extra hardware, providing a cost-effective path to scale performance and capacity as your environment grows.
Key Features
- Activates eight high-speed ports on the MDS 9124 chassis
- Seamless integration with existing Cisco MDS 9124 firmware
- Supports both Fibre Channel and Ethernet traffic on the same fabric
- License is tied to the chassis serial number for secure activation
- Enables immediate bandwidth expansion without service interruption
Technical Specifications
- License type: Port activation (8 ports)
- Applicable model: Cisco MDS 9124 Multilayer Fabric
- Supported operating system: Cisco NX-OS for MDS series
- Port speed: 4 Gbps per port (compatible with 8 Gbps and 16 Gbps upgrades)
- Activation method: Cisco Smart License portal or CLI command
Applications
The Port Activation License is ideal for enterprises and service providers that need to quickly add capacity to their SAN or data center fabric. It is commonly used in:
- High-performance computing clusters requiring additional Fibre Channel links
- Virtualized environments that need extra bandwidth for VM migration and storage traffic
- Disaster recovery sites where redundant paths improve resilience
- Large scale backup and archival solutions that demand scalable port density
By enabling eight more ports on the MDS 9124, this license helps you future-proof your network, reduce capital expense, and maintain the high availability that Cisco fabrics are known for.