(NEW) Cisco Switch Catalyst 9600 Series - C9600-LC-48YL

Overview

The Cisco C9600-LC-48YL is a line card designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series modular switches, offering high-density 25G/10G Ethernet ports. It is ideal for core and distribution networks in large enterprises that need scalable, high-performance networking solutions with flexible bandwidth options.

Specs

• Port Configuration:

  • 48 x 25G/10G Ethernet Ports: Provides 48 ports that support both 25 Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections, giving flexibility in network design and deployment.

• Performance:

  • Switching Capacity: Up to 4.8 Tbps for high-throughput performance.
  • Forwarding Rate: Up to 3.6 Bpps (billion packets per second), ensuring fast and efficient packet forwarding and data processing.

• Compatibility:

  • Chassis Support: Compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series modular chassis.
  • Supervisor Engine: Requires a Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Supervisor Engine (such as the C9600-SUP-1) for centralized management and control.

• Layer 3 Capabilities:

  • Routing Protocols Supported: OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, EIGRP, VRF, and other standard Layer 3 routing protocols.
  • Multicast Routing: Supports advanced multicast routing protocols like IGMP, PIM-SM, and PIM-SSM.

• Security Features:

  • MACsec Encryption: Enables secure Layer 2 encryption to protect data across the network.
  • Cisco TrustSec: Provides identity-based access control and segmentation to secure network communications.

• Automation and Programmability:

  • Cisco DNA Center Compatibility: Fully compatible with Cisco DNA Center, enabling automation and orchestration across the network.
  • Programmability: Supports REST APIs and other programmability features for easy automation and management.
  • Streaming Telemetry: Delivers real-time network analytics and monitoring.

• High Availability:

  • Hot-Swappable: Can be swapped in and out of the chassis without disrupting the network, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Redundancy: Works in a system that supports redundancy in terms of power, supervisor modules, and fans for enhanced reliability.