Cisco MDS 9220i 1RU FCIP Switch 4x32G FC 2x1GbE | SAN — DS-C9220I-4PIK9

Keep storage networks connected without giving up rack space. The Cisco MDS 9220i delivers FCIP capability in a 1RU chassis, combining 4 x 32G Fibre Channel ports with 2 x 1GbE IP interfaces for compact SAN extension and interconnection. This platform is aimed at infrastructure teams that need to move storage traffic across distance while preserving Fibre Channel behavior and operational control. It is a practical fit for data center consolidation, remote replication, and SAN topologies that must bridge FC domains over IP transport. The intake cooling design supports front-to-back airflow planning in standard enterprise racks. For organizations that treat storage networking as a core dependency, the value is in density, protocol continuity, and predictable deployment. Rather than adding complexity with oversized gear, the MDS 9220i gives you a focused FCIP switch built for environments where SAN availability and fabric design discipline matter. Ideal For Extending Fibre Channel SANs between data center sites Supporting remote replication over IP transport Consolidating storage networking in space-constrained racks Connecting distributed SAN fabrics in enterprise environments Why This Product 1 FCIP capability supports SAN extension over IP 2 1RU chassis saves rack space in dense environments 3 4 x 32G FC ports provide high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity 4 Intake cooling supports standard rack airflow planning