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

Overview

The Cisco C9600-LC-48S is a 48-port 1 Gigabit Ethernet SFP line card designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series modular switches. This high-density module is ideal for enterprises and data centers that require flexible 1G fiber connectivity. It provides robust performance, flexibility, and scalability for core and distribution networks.

Specs

• Port Configuration:

  • 48 x 1G SFP Ethernet Ports: Supports hot-swappable SFP transceivers for 1 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, offering flexibility for different fiber types (e.g., multimode or single-mode) or copper (via SFP modules).

• Performance:

  • Switching Capacity: Up to 240 Gbps
  • Forwarding Rate: Up to 180 Mpps (million packets per second), ensuring smooth and efficient data forwarding with minimal latency.

• Compatibility:

  • Chassis Support: Designed to be used with Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series modular chassis.
  • Supervisor Engine: Requires a Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Supervisor Engine (e.g., C9600-SUP-1) to handle network management and processing tasks.

• Layer 3 Capabilities:

  • Routing Protocols Supported: Advanced routing support including OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, EIGRP, and VRF for sophisticated Layer 3 networking.
  • Multicast Routing: Supports IGMP and PIM for multicast communication, making it efficient for content distribution and other applications.

• Security Features:

  • MACsec Encryption: Enables Layer 2 encryption to secure data traffic, protecting against attacks.
  • Cisco TrustSec: Facilitates identity-based security policies and segmentation for enhanced security across the network.

• Automation and Programmability:

  • Cisco DNA Center Compatibility: Integrated with Cisco DNA Center, enabling automation, orchestration, and monitoring of network operations.
  • Programmability: Supports APIs like REST and NETCONF/YANG, allowing programmable and automated network management.
  • Streaming Telemetry: Provides real-time telemetry for enhanced monitoring and diagnostics.

• High Availability:

  • Hot-Swappable: Can be replaced without powering down the system, minimizing network downtime.
  • Redundancy: Designed to work with redundant power supplies and supervisor engines, ensuring continuous operation in mission-critical environments.