Cisco SOLN SUPP SWSS for CS5000 SAN Array | SAN Storage, Enterprise — CON-ECMUS-SA9K24PT

Maintain support continuity for the Cisco CS5000 SAN Array with SOLN SUPP SWSS, a service designed for storage environments where uptime, access, and predictable operations matter. This offering aligns with the CS series architecture and the 4U rack-mountable form factor, helping teams keep a 126 TB installed SAN platform in service without unnecessary disruption. For infrastructure teams managing shared storage, the value is in preserving the operational state of a platform built around 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel connectivity. That combination supports demanding block storage workloads while keeping the array integrated into established data center fabrics. The service is positioned for organizations that want to protect prior investment in a high-capacity SAN system rather than replace it prematurely. Cisco-branded support coverage is especially relevant when storage stability affects application performance, backup windows, and recovery planning. By keeping the array under active support, teams can reduce risk around aging hardware, extend useful service life, and maintain a cleaner path for operational planning. For buyers comparing lower-cost alternatives, this service helps justify the platform by protecting the storage layer that critical workloads depend on. Ideal For Supporting a production SAN array used for shared application storage Maintaining storage infrastructure in a virtualized data center Extending service life for an installed 126 TB block storage platform Protecting a rack-mounted SAN environment with vendor support coverage Why This Product 1 Vendor-backed support for an installed Cisco SAN platform 2 Aligned to 126 TB capacity and CS series architecture 3 Includes 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel environment fit 4 Helps extend service life versus replacing the array