(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - N9K-C9408

Overview

The Cisco N9K-C9408 is a robust modular switch designed for the Cisco Nexus 9400 Series, offering exceptional scalability and flexibility for data center environments. This switch features a compact, 8-slot chassis that supports a variety of line cards, enabling organizations to customize their network architecture to meet specific needs. With support for advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, the N9K-C9408 is ideal for businesses looking to enhance their network performance while ensuring high availability and efficient resource utilization.

Specs

• Type: Modular Switch
• Model: N9K-C9408
• Chassis Size: 8-slot

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: Up to 6.4 Tbps (Terabits per second)
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 4.76 Bpps (Billion packets per second)

Supported Line Cards:

• Compatible with a range of line cards, including:
  • 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G interfaces.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2:
  • Supports VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Virtual Port Channel (vPC).
• Layer 3:
  • Full IPv4 and IPv6 routing support, including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and IS-IS.
  • Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) for network segmentation and overlay capabilities.

Automation and Programmability:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS.
• Automation Features: Model-driven programmability with REST APIs for network automation and management.
• Management Tools: Compatible with Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for streamlined operations.

Security Features:

• Access Control Lists (ACLs): Provides advanced filtering and traffic management.
• Microsegmentation: Enables granular security policies for sensitive data protection.
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Offers secure access control based on user roles.