(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - N9K-C93108-FX3-B8C

Overview

The Cisco N9K-C93108-FX3-B8C is a high-performance data center switch designed for next-generation architectures, featuring 8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP+) ports and 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet (QSFP+) uplink ports. This switch is optimized for dense environments, providing superior scalability and low latency for mission-critical applications. With support for advanced network virtualization techniques such as Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN), and robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, the N9K-C93108-FX3-B8C is well-suited for cloud services, virtualization, and high-throughput data center operations, ensuring efficient performance and integration in large-scale deployments.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• 8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP+) ports
• 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet (QSFP+) uplink ports

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 1.44 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: 1.07 Bpps (billion packets per second)
• Latency: < 1 microsecond

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2: Supports VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP)
• Layer 3: Supports routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and static routing

Advanced Features:

• Virtual Port Channel (vPC): Enhances redundancy and load balancing across multiple switches
• VXLAN Support: Facilitates network virtualization and multi-tenancy for cloud applications
• Quality of Service (QoS): Implements traffic prioritization to ensure optimal application performance
• Programmability: Features REST APIs for automation and integration with Cisco management tools

Management:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS, known for its reliability and comprehensive feature set
• Monitoring: Compatible with SNMP, Syslog, and other network management protocols