(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - N9K-C93120TX

Overview

The Cisco N9K-C93120TX is a highly capable data center switch designed to deliver optimal performance and flexibility for modern enterprise networks. Featuring 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G) ports and 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports, this switch provides extensive connectivity options to accommodate various data center architectures. The N9K-C93120TX operates on Cisco's NX-OS, enabling advanced features such as automation, virtualization, and robust security protocols, making it an ideal choice for organizations looking to enhance their network infrastructure efficiently.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP+) ports
• 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet (QSFP+) uplink ports (optional)

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 1.44 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: 1.06 Bpps (billion packets per second)
• Latency: Low latency of < 1 microsecond

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2: Supports VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP)
• Layer 3: Supports routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and static routing

Advanced Features:

• Virtual Port Channel (vPC): Allows redundancy and load balancing across multiple links
• VXLAN Support: Facilitates network virtualization and multi-tenancy
• Quality of Service (QoS): Provides traffic prioritization for improved performance
• Programmability: Offers REST APIs and integration with Cisco management platforms for enhanced automation

Management:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS, known for its robust management capabilities and feature-rich environment
• Monitoring: Supports SNMP, Syslog, and other monitoring protocols for effective network management