Cisco DS-C9148S-48PK9 End of Life & End of Support
Cisco MDS 9148S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch (48 active ports)
Supported through Aug 31, 2028The MDS 9148S was a 1RU 16G Fibre Channel fabric switch commonly deployed at the SAN edge with up to 48 active ports. Cisco's bulletin lists the MDS 9148V as the direct replacement, moving customers to 64G Fibre Channel switching in the same fixed form factor. Customers should verify SFP compatibility when planning the swap, since the 9148V uses newer 32G and 64G optics.
Cisco DS-C9148S-48PK9 lifecycle milestone dates
- End-of-Sale Date
- Aug 15, 2023
- End of Software Maintenance
- Aug 14, 2024
- Last Date of Support (LDoS)
- Aug 31, 2028
Dates per Cisco’s official End-of-Sale/End-of-Life bulletin. Verify against your support contract before acting.
Running past End-of-Sale or Last Date of Support means no new Cisco TAC, hardware replacement, or security fixes. Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, scopes a like-for-like or better replacement, confirms TAA compliance, accepts the Government Purchase Card (GPC), and plans a low-risk cutover.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Cisco DS-C9148S-48PK9 end of life?
Cisco announced End-of-Sale for the DS-C9148S-48PK9 effective Aug 15, 2023. The Last Date of Support (LDoS) is Aug 31, 2028, after which Cisco no longer provides support. Check the milestone dates on this page and plan your refresh accordingly.
What replaces the Cisco DS-C9148S-48PK9?
Cisco's recommended migration is the Cisco MDS 9148V 64G Fixed Fibre Channel Switch (48 active ports). Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, can quote the replacement TAA-compliant and GPC-payable, and help plan the cutover.
Can I still get support for the DS-C9148S-48PK9?
Yes, until the Last Date of Support (Aug 31, 2028) with an active SmartNet/Solution Support contract. After LDoS, independent third-party maintenance can extend hardware coverage. Uniqcli can review your install base, confirm coverage, and quote extended support or a refresh side by side.