The Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP is a Cisco UCS 6296UP Fabric Interconnect designed to provide high-density, unified fabric connectivity for enterprise data centers. Featuring 48 fixed unified ports, a 2RU rack-mountable form factor, and up to 1.92 Tbps switching throughput, it supports Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), and native Fibre Channel connectivity for compatible Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) environments. This configuration includes an 18-port license and is supplied without power supplies.
Designed for centralized management through Cisco UCS Manager, the UCS-FI-6296UP integrates server, LAN, and storage connectivity into a unified fabric architecture. Three expansion slots support additional port capacity through compatible expansion modules, while redundant power supply and fan configurations help support availability in appropriately equipped deployments. Port speeds and Fibre Channel capabilities depend on supported transceivers, licensing, and configuration.
The Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP Fabric Interconnect is suitable for Cisco UCS data centers, enterprise server connectivity, storage networking, unified Ethernet and Fibre Channel environments, and scalable data center fabric deployments. It is a practical option for organizations maintaining existing Cisco UCS infrastructure that require centralized fabric management and flexible network connectivity.
Product Specifications - Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP UCS 6296UP Fabric Interconnect 48-Port Unified Fabric Switch
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Specification
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Details
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Manufacturer
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Cisco Systems
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Product Name
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Cisco UCS 6296UP Fabric Interconnect
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Part Number / SKU
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UCS-FI-6296UP
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Product Type
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Unified Computing System Fabric Interconnect
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Series
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Cisco UCS 6200 Series
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Form Factor
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2RU rack-mountable
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Fixed Unified Ports
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48 × SFP+ unified ports
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Port Functionality
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Supports Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), and native Fibre Channel, depending on port configuration and supported transceivers
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Ethernet Speeds
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1GbE and 10GbE, subject to supported transceiver and configuration
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Fibre Channel Speeds
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1, 2, 4, and 8 Gbps, subject to supported transceiver and configuration
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Expansion Slots
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3 expansion slots
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Maximum Port Capacity
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Up to 96 ports with three compatible 16-port expansion modules
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Switching Throughput
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Up to 1.92 Tbps
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Included Port License
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18-port license
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Additional Port Licensing
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Additional licenses required for ports beyond the included licensed capacity; expansion modules provide additional port licenses under supported configurations
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Power Supply
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Not included with this SKU
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Compatible AC Power Supply
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UCS-PSU-6296UP-AC
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Compatible DC Power Supply
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UCS-PSU-6296UP-DC
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Power Supply Slots
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2
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Power Redundancy
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Supports redundant power with compatible power supplies
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Fan Modules
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2+2 fan-module configuration
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Management Platform
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Cisco UCS Manager
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Management Connectivity
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Dedicated 10/100/1000 Ethernet management port
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Cluster Connectivity
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2 × 10/100/1000 Ethernet clustering ports
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Console Connectivity
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RJ-45 console port
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USB Connectivity
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USB port
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Fabric Architecture
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Unified fabric for server, Ethernet LAN, and Fibre Channel SAN connectivity
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Virtualization Support
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Cisco virtualization-aware networking and VM-FEX architecture, subject to compatible configuration
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Dimensions (H × W × D)
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3.44 × 17.3 × 29.5 inches
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Product Weight
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Cisco lists 50 lbs (22.67 kg) for a configuration with two power supplies, three expansion modules, and four fan modules. This is not the bare chassis weight.
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Deployment Environment
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Enterprise data centers and Cisco UCS server infrastructure
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Lifecycle Status
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Legacy platform; verify current availability and support requirements before purchasing
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FAQs
Q1. What is the Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP?
The Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP is a UCS 6296UP 2RU Fabric Interconnect designed to provide centralized connectivity and management for Cisco Unified Computing System environments.
Q2. Who should buy the Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP?
The Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP is suitable for enterprises, data centers, and organizations deploying Cisco UCS server, storage, and networking infrastructure.
Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP worth buying?
Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP can provide reliable fabric connectivity and compatibility with existing Cisco UCS infrastructure while offering a practical lower-cost alternative to new equipment.
Q4. How many unified ports does the Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP provide?
The Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP provides 48 unified ports, supporting flexible connectivity for compatible Ethernet and Fibre Channel deployments.
Q5. Does the Cisco UCS-FI-6296UP include power supplies?
No. This specific UCS-FI-6296UP configuration is supplied without power supplies, so compatible power components must be available separately for operation.
