Cisco UCS-IOM-2208XP – UCS 2208XP I/O Module
The Cisco UCS-IOM-2208XP I/O Module is a high-performance Fabric Extender (FEX) designed for the Cisco UCS 5108 Blade Server Chassis. It extends the unified fabric from the fabric interconnect directly into the blade enclosure, enabling high-speed connectivity, simplified management, and scalable infrastructure.
This module features 8 external 10Gb SFP+ uplink ports and 32 internal 10Gb connections through the midplane, allowing seamless communication between blade servers and the UCS fabric interconnect.
Unlike traditional switches, the 2208XP operates as a fabric extender, meaning all switching intelligence is handled by the fabric interconnect, reducing complexity and improving centralized management.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| Product Name | Cisco UCS 2208XP I/O Module |
| Model | UCS-IOM-2208XP |
| Type | Fabric Extender (FEX) |
| External Ports | 8 × 10Gb SFP+ |
| Internal Ports | 32 × 10Gb (midplane) |
| Data Rate | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Protocols | Ethernet, FCoE |
| Throughput | Up to 160 Gbps (dual module setup) |
| Form Factor | Plug-in module |
| Compatibility | Cisco UCS 5108 Blade Chassis |
| Management | Cisco UCS Manager |
Performance & Connectivity Benefits
The UCS-IOM-2208XP is designed to deliver efficient and scalable data center networking:
- Provides high-speed 10Gb connectivity between blade servers and fabric interconnects
- Supports unified fabric (LAN + SAN over FCoE) for simplified infrastructure
- Enables centralized management via UCS Manager, reducing operational complexity
- Eliminates the need for internal switching, lowering cost and power usage
- Supports redundant deployment (dual IOMs) for high availability and up to 160Gbps bandwidth
This architecture helps organizations build scalable, high-performance data centers with simplified cabling and management.
Applications & Use Cases
- Cisco UCS blade server environments
- Data centers & enterprise networking
- Virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox)
- Cloud infrastructure deployments
- Storage networking (FCoE SAN environments)
- High-performance computing (HPC)
Why Choose Cisco UCS-IOM-2208XP?
- Trusted Cisco UCS fabric extender technology
- High-density 10Gb connectivity for blade servers
- Simplifies network architecture with unified fabric
- Reduces infrastructure complexity and cost
- Ideal for scalable enterprise data centers
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