EOSL database / Cisco / MDS 9396S
Cisco MDS 9396S — End of Service Life
3 models of the MDS 9396S line in the database (Network): 0 already end-of-support, 3 reach EOSL within 12 months — next date: 30/06/2027.
Short answer: Support for Cisco MDS 9396S ends per model: 0 of 3 models are already end of support, the next support end is on 30/06/2027.
| Model | Category | EOSL date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDS 9396S 16G Multilayer Fabric Switch | Network | 30/06/2027 | EOSL < 12 mo |
| MDS 9396S 48-Port FC-16Gb Switch | Network | 30/06/2027 | EOSL < 12 mo |
| MDS 9396S 48/96-Port FC-16Gb Switch | Network | 30/06/2027 | EOSL < 12 mo |
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FAQ
Can I keep running MDS 9396S systems after EOSL?
Yes. After the vendor's end of support, third-party maintenance (TPM) keeps Cisco hardware running with SLAs and spare parts — typically 30–70% below OEM list price. Security updates for firmware are no longer provided by the vendor, so plan network segmentation accordingly.
How do I get reminded before support ends?
Set a free EOSL alert on this page: we email you ahead of each support end of the 3 MDS 9396S models with an upcoming EOSL date — 90 days, 180 days or 12 months in advance.
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