UCS-FI-M-6324 Cisco UCS 6324 In-Chassis FI with 4 UP, 1x40G Exp Port, 16 10Gb
Cisco UCS 6324 – Compact In-Chassis Fabric Interconnect for UCS Mini Deployments
High-Performance Cisco UCS 6324 Fabric Interconnect with Unified Ports and Scalable Expansion
The Cisco UCS-FI-M-6324 Fabric Interconnect is a high-performance, scalable in-chassis I/O module designed for Cisco UCS 5108 Server Chassis. With 500 Gbps switching capacity and ultra-low latency of less than 1 microsecond, it delivers high-speed, low-latency connectivity essential for modern data center environments. Featuring 16 x 10GBASE-KR lanes for direct server connectivity, along with 4 unified 1/10-Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel, or FCoE ports, and an expandable 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP port, it offers flexible network options for enterprise-grade performance.
Engineered for simplified and centralized management, the UCS-FI-M-6324 integrates seamlessly with Cisco UCS Manager, supporting CLI, SNMP, and web-based interfaces for comprehensive control. Its design supports advanced Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities with 16 hardware queues to prioritize traffic effectively across converged networks.
Built to withstand demanding data center conditions, this fabric interconnect ensures energy-efficient operation with approximately 80 Watts of power consumption and conforms with Cisco’s rigorous environmental and regulatory standards. Ideal for enterprises needing efficient LAN and SAN unification, scalable infrastructure, and robust, agile Cisco UCS fabric networking capabilities.
Choose the Cisco UCS-FI-M-6324 for scalable, high-bandwidth latency-sensitive applications and dependable data center fabric management within Cisco Unified Computing System deployments.
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Product Specifications: Cisco UCS-FI-M-6324
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cisco UCS-FI-M-6324 Fabric Interconnect |
| Form Factor | In-chassis I/O module for Cisco UCS 5108 Server Chassis |
| Total Ports | 16 × 10GBASE-KR lanes |
| Unified Ports | 4 × 1/10-Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel, or FCoE ports |
| Expansion Port | 1 × 40-Gigabit Ethernet or FCoE QSFP port |
| Switching Capacity | 500 Gbps (full-duplex throughput) |
| Latency | Less than 1 microsecond (approximately 600 nanoseconds) |
| Quality of Service (QoS) | 16 hardware QoS queues (8 unicast, 8 multicast) |
| Network Interfaces | 4 × SFP+ ports (for uplinks, Ethernet/FCoE/Fibre Channel), 1 × QSFP+ port (scalability expansion) |
| Management Interfaces | Cisco UCS Manager, CLI, SNMP, web-based management |
| Power Consumption | Approximately 80 Watts |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 7.64 × 1.36 × 7.2 inches (194 × 34.5 × 183 mm) |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg) |
| Regulatory Compliance | CE, UL, FCC Class A, RoHS compliant, EN, IEC standards |
| Supported Configurations | Single or dual UCS 6324 Fabric Interconnect installation in Cisco UCS 5108 AC2/DC2 chassis |
| Special Notes | QSFP+ port requires license for activation; one SFP+ port must be used as an uplink for connectivity |
This fabric interconnect module enables high-speed, low-latency switching with unified Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) support, ideal for Cisco UCS environments requiring scalable, agile data center network infrastructure.
FAQs for Cisco UCS-FI-M-6324
What is the primary function of the UCS 6324?
It serves as an in-chassis fabric interconnect for UCS Mini deployments, providing network and storage connectivity.
What expansion options does it support?
It includes a 40G scalability port for high-speed expansion.
How does the UCS 6324 improve network efficiency?
It offers unified ports for flexible Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and FCoE connectivity.
Is this fabric interconnect suitable for small-scale deployments?
Yes, it is designed for UCS Mini environments with compact infrastructure needs.
What management options are available?
It supports Cisco UCS Manager for centralized control and remote administration.
