(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - N9K-C93180-FX-B24C

Overview

The Cisco N9K-C93180-FX-B24C is a high-performance network switch designed for data center environments, providing exceptional scalability and flexibility. With 48 1/10/25-Gigabit Ethernet ports and 6 40/100-Gigabit Ethernet ports, this switch supports a wide range of applications and offers low-latency connectivity for both east-west and north-south traffic flows. Its advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, combined with support for automation and programmability, make it a powerful solution for modern networks that require efficient resource management and quick adaptability to changing demands.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• 48 x 1/10/25-Gigabit Ethernet (SFP28) ports
• 6 x 40/100-Gigabit Ethernet (QSFP28) ports

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 3.6 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: 2.7 Bpps (billion packets per second)
• Latency: Optimized for low-latency performance

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2:
  • VLAN support (standard and private VLANs)
  • Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Rapid STP (RSTP), and Multiple STP (MST)
  • Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP)
• Layer 3:
  • Full support for IPv4 and IPv6 routing
  • Routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, and EIGRP
  • VXLAN support with EVPN for overlay networks

Automation and Programmability:

• Programmability: Supports NX-OS API, Python, Ansible, Puppet, and Chef for automation
• Cisco ACI Support: Integrates seamlessly with Cisco's Application Centric Infrastructure for software-defined networking capabilities

Management and Monitoring:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS
• Management Interfaces: CLI, SNMP, NETCONF/RESTCONF, and telemetry for real-time monitoring
• vPC (Virtual Port Channel): Enhances network reliability and redundancy