(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - N9K-C9348-FX-B24C

Overview

The Cisco N9K-C9348-FX-B24C is a high-performance switch, ideal for data center environments requiring flexible and scalable networking solutions. Equipped with 48 ports of 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP28) and additional uplinks, this switch is designed for low-latency, high-throughput applications. It supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, enabling seamless integration into complex networks. Additionally, this model offers advanced programmability and automation features to meet the demands of modern, dynamic data center infrastructures.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• 48 x 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP28) ports
• 6 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet (QSFP28) uplink ports

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 6.4 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: 4.76 Bpps (billion packets per second)
• Latency: Less than 1 microsecond

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2 Features:
  • VLAN support
  • Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
  • Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP)
• Layer 3 Features:
  • Supports dynamic routing protocols like OSPF, BGP, EIGRP
  • Static routing
  • VXLAN support for network virtualization

Advanced Features:

• Virtual Port Channel (vPC): Enables multiple switches to work as a single virtual switch for connected devices, providing redundancy and load balancing.
• Quality of Service (QoS): Advanced traffic management to prioritize mission-critical applications.
• Network Programmability: REST APIs and Cisco NX-OS for advanced network automation.

Management:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS
• Monitoring and Management Tools: SNMP, Syslog, Cisco Network Insights, and Telemetry for real-time analytics and diagnostics.