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

Overview

The Cisco C9600-LC-48TX= is a high-density line card designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series modular switches. This module offers 48 ports of 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet, making it suitable for core and distribution networks where Gigabit Ethernet connectivity is required. It provides enterprise-grade performance and flexibility with support for advanced networking features.

Specs

• Port Configuration:

  • 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet Ports: Supports auto-negotiation for 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1 Gbps speeds on each port, providing flexible and scalable connectivity options for various network requirements.

• Performance:

  • Switching Capacity: Up to 480 Gbps
  • Forwarding Rate: Up to 360 Mpps (million packets per second), providing efficient packet forwarding and high throughput.

• Compatibility:

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

• Layer 3 Capabilities:

  • Routing Protocols Supported: Supports advanced routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS, and VRF for robust Layer 3 routing capabilities.
  • Multicast Routing: Supports multicast protocols like IGMP and PIM for efficient data distribution in multicast environments.

• Security Features:

  • MACsec Encryption: Provides Layer 2 encryption to secure data traffic on the network.
  • Cisco TrustSec: Supports identity-based access control and segmentation to enhance security.

• Automation and Programmability:

  • Cisco DNA Center Compatibility: Works seamlessly with Cisco DNA Center for network-wide automation and orchestration.
  • Programmability: Supports REST APIs, NETCONF/YANG, and other programmable interfaces for easier network management and automation.
  • Streaming Telemetry: Offers real-time network telemetry for monitoring and diagnostics.

• High Availability:

  • Hot-Swappable: Can be replaced without shutting down the system, minimizing network downtime.
  • Redundancy: Designed to work in systems that support redundant supervisor modules and power supplies for high availability.