UCS-FI-E16UP Cisco UCS 6200 16-port Expansion module, 16 UP, 8p LIC
UCS-FI-E16UP Cisco UCS 6200 16-Port Expansion Module, 16 Unified Ports, 8-Port License
Scalable Expansion Module for Cisco UCS 6200 Series Fabric Interconnects with Flexible Unified Ports
The Cisco UCS-FI-E16UP Fabric Interconnect Expansion Module is a high-performance 16-port Unified Port (UP) expansion card designed to scale connectivity on Cisco UCS 6200 Series Fabric Interconnects, including the UCS 6248UP and 6296UP. Built for modern enterprise data centers, this module delivers flexible, line-rate I/O expansion for both Ethernet and Fibre Channel traffic within Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) environments.
Featuring 16 SFP+ unified ports, the UCS-FI-E16UP allows each port to be dynamically configured as 10 Gigabit Ethernet or 2/4/8 Gbps Fibre Channel, enabling true LAN/SAN convergence and simplified cabling. The module ships with an 8-port base license, while additional ports can be activated through a pay-as-you-grow licensing model, providing cost-efficient scalability as infrastructure demands increase.
Designed for nonstop operations, the expansion module is hot-swappable, supports line-rate throughput on all active ports, and leverages the existing fabric interconnect cooling and power systems. Full integration with Cisco UCS Manager enables centralized configuration, monitoring, diagnostics, and policy-based management across the UCS domain, ensuring operational consistency and visibility.
Ideal for mid- to large-scale UCS deployments, the Cisco UCS-FI-E16UP supports Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and FCoE protocols, making it an excellent choice for organizations expanding compute, storage, and virtualization workloads while maintaining a unified, scalable fabric architecture.
Product Specifications – Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect Expansion Module 16-Port Unified Port (UCS-FI-E16UP)
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| Category | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cisco UCS-FI-E16UP |
| Model Number | UCS-FI-E16UP |
| Product Series | Cisco UCS 6200 Series |
| Product Type | Fabric Interconnect Expansion Module |
| Primary Function | I/O Expansion for UCS Fabric Interconnects |
| Total Ports | 16 × Unified Ports (UP) |
| Base Licensing | 8 Ports Enabled by Default |
| Maximum Ports | 16 Ports (with Additional Licenses) |
| Port Type | Unified Ports (LAN / SAN Selectable) |
| Ethernet Support | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Fibre Channel Support | 2 / 4 / 8 Gbps Fibre Channel |
| FCoE Support | Yes |
| Interface Type | SFP+ |
| Throughput | Line-Rate on All Active Ports |
| Latency | Low Latency, UCS-Optimized |
| Protocol Support | Ethernet, Fibre Channel, FCoE |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes |
| Compatible Fabric Interconnects | Cisco UCS 6248UP, Cisco UCS 6296UP |
| Expansion Slot Requirement | UCS Fabric Interconnect Expansion Slot |
| Optics & Cabling | Cisco SFP+ Optical Modules, Twinax Cables |
| Operating System Dependency | Managed by Cisco UCS Manager |
| Management Interface | Cisco UCS Manager |
| Monitoring & Telemetry | Real-Time Port Statistics |
| Diagnostics | Built-In Diagnostics and Error Reporting |
| Security & Access Control | Authenticated Access, Logging via UCS Manager |
| Form Factor | Modular Expansion Card |
| Cooling Method | Uses Fabric Interconnect Chassis Cooling |
| Installation Method | Tool-Less Insertion |
| Power Consumption | Varies Based on Active Port Count |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (Non-Condensing) |
| High Availability Role | Supports Redundant Fabric Design |
| Scalability Model | Pay-As-You-Grow Port Licensing |
| Use Case – UCS Expansion | Scale LAN & SAN Connectivity |
| Use Case – Convergence | Unified Ethernet and Storage Traffic |
| Use Case – Enterprise DC | Mid to Large UCS Deployments |
| Package Contents | Expansion Module Only (Licenses & Optics Sold Separately) |
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FAQs for UCS-FI-E16UP:
Can this expansion module be used with the UCS 6332 fabric interconnect?
No, the UCS-FI-E16UP is only compatible with the UCS 6200 series (6248UP and 6296UP).
How many ports are active by default?
Eight ports are active by default, and the remaining ports require additional licenses.
Are the ports auto-sensing for Ethernet or Fibre Channel?
Yes, the unified ports can be configured dynamically for Ethernet or Fibre Channel operation.
Can this module be installed while the system is running?
Yes, it is hot-swappable and can be inserted without powering down the fabric interconnect.
Does it include any SFP+ modules in the box?
No, SFP+ transceivers must be purchased separately depending on your connectivity needs.
