Cisco SOLN SUPP 8X5XNBD MDS 9396VV 64G Switch | Enterprise Support — CON-SSSNT-9396V

Keep storage fabric support aligned with operational demands using this 1-year service offering for the MDS 9396VV 64G fixed Fibre Channel switch. The 8x5 next-business-day model is built for environments that run on planned maintenance windows and need a clear support path without overpaying for around-the-clock coverage. For SAN teams, the value is in predictability. A defined service term helps simplify renewal planning, while the support structure gives operations a known escalation path when issues arise. That matters when the switch sits in the middle of a storage architecture supporting business-critical workloads. This service is a strong fit for organizations that want to protect a high-value Fibre Channel switching layer with formal vendor support rather than relying on break-fix handling or internal troubleshooting alone. It helps justify the investment in enterprise storage infrastructure by keeping the support model as disciplined as the network it protects. Ideal For Supporting a production SAN built on Fibre Channel switching Covering a storage network during standard business hours Planning annual maintenance for enterprise infrastructure Reducing risk for a mission-critical switch deployment Why This Product 1 8x5 next-business-day coverage versus 24x7 premium support 2 1-year term versus open-ended service commitments 3 Vendor-backed response versus internal break-fix handling 4 Storage-fabric focus versus generic infrastructure support