(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - N9K-C9336PQ

Overview

The Cisco N9K-C9336PQ is a high-performance, compact, fixed-form-factor switch in the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series. It is designed for data centers that require high-density 40-Gigabit Ethernet switching. With 36 40-Gigabit Ethernet ports, it delivers exceptional throughput and scalability for demanding network environments. The N9K-C9336PQ also supports comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, programmability, and automation capabilities, making it ideal for modern data centers, enterprise networks, and cloud infrastructures.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• Ports: 36 x 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports
• Port Speed: 40G
• Breakout Support: Each 40G port can be broken out into 4 x 10G ports, providing flexibility in network configurations.

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 2.88 Tbps (Terabits per second)
• Forwarding Rate: 1.68 Bpps (Billion packets per second)
• Latency: Low-latency forwarding suitable for high-performance environments

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2:
  • VLAN support
  • Spanning Tree Protocol (STP, RSTP, MSTP)
  • Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP)
• Layer 3:
  • IPv4 and IPv6 routing
  • Routing protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, ISIS, and Static Routing
  • VXLAN support for network virtualization

Automation and Programmability:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS
• Programmability: Python, RESTful APIs, Ansible
• Cisco ACI Integration: Supports ACI for policy-driven network automation
• Telemetry: Real-time telemetry for enhanced network visibility and analytics

Security Features:

• Access Control Lists (ACLs): For managing Layer 2 and Layer 3 traffic security
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Multi-user access with varying permissions
• Secure Boot: Ensures system integrity by verifying software authenticity