Cisco MDS 9500 Series DS-C9513 Overview
Cisco MDS 9500 Series DS-C9513 is a genuine data-center switching fabric product from Cisco, a leading enterprise networking vendor whose Catalyst, Nexus and ISR families power campus, data-center and branch networks worldwide. Belonging to the Cisco MDS 9500 Series family, the DS-C9513 unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is built for high-density data-center and cloud environments, where low latency, high availability and consistent forwarding matter most.
This unit follows the original factory specification for the Cisco MDS 9500 Series family, covering its intended role without compatibility surprises. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, and it interoperates with surrounding hardware using the same procedures as other Cisco equipment already deployed in the network.
Typical deployments include access-layer deployments for user, phone and AP connectivity, distribution and core aggregation in campus networks, and top-of-rack and end-of-row switching in data centers. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “Cisco MDS 9500 Series C9513 Director Switch”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the DS-C9513. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Enterprise Campus
High-density ports power users, phones and APs at the access layer.
Branch Office
Stackable units simplify branch deployment and management.
Wireless & IoT
PoE budget supports dense wireless and IoT endpoints.
Buying a Pre-Owned DS-C9513
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
| DS-C9513 | |
| Product list | |
| Product code | DS-C9513 |
| Enclosure Type | Rack-mountable 14U |
| Subtype | Fibre Channel |
| Product parameters | |
| Expansion Slots | 13 (total) / 13 (free) *expansion slot |
| Installed Modules Qty(Max) | 0 (installed) / 13 (Max) |
| Power Device | Internal power supply-hot-plug |
| Installed Qty | 0(installed)/2(Max) |
| Power Redundancy | Yes |
| Management | Web-based Management VLAN QoS Syslog Telnet RMON I, II SNMP v1, v2c, v3 DHCP CLI |
| Introduction | The flagship of the Cisco MDS 9500 series,the Cisco MDS 9513 Multilayer Director elevates the standard for director - class swithes. Providing industry-leading availability,security,and management, the Cisco MDS 9513 allows you to deploy high-performance storage area networks(SANs) with an extremely low total cost of ownership(TCO). |
| Memory | |
| Memory Technology | DRAM |
| Standard Memory | 512 MB |
| Flash Memory | 128 MB |
| Power Device | |
| Power Device | Internal power supply -hot-plug |
| Installed Qty | 0 (installed) /2 (max) |
| Physical specifications | |
| Width | 17.4 in |
| Height | 24.5 in |
| Depth | 28in |
| Weight | 100.09 lbs |
| Environmental Parameters | |
| Min Temperature | 23 °F |
| Max Temperature | 104 °F |
| Humidity Operating | 10- 90% (non-condensing) |
DS-C9513 - Product Notes
This listing is a specific SKU variant of the DS-C9513 family. Review the specifications above and confirm compatibility with your existing infrastructure, including software version, mounting, and interface requirements, before ordering.
For volume requirements we offer configuration checks and staged delivery options. Our team can confirm revision levels, software compatibility, and lead time before you place an order.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation.
DS-C9513 - Product Notes
This listing is a specific SKU variant of the DS-C9513 family. Review the specifications above and confirm compatibility with your existing infrastructure, including software version, mounting, and interface requirements, before ordering.
For volume requirements we offer configuration checks and staged delivery options. Our team can confirm revision levels, software compatibility, and lead time before you place an order.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation.
