(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - C1-N9K-C9236C

Overview

The Cisco C1-N9K-C9236C is a powerful and versatile data center switch designed to meet the needs of high-performance networking environments. With 36 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet ports, it provides exceptional bandwidth and scalability for data-intensive applications. This switch operates on Cisco's NX-OS, offering advanced features such as automation, virtualization, and extensive programmability. The C1-N9K-C9236C is ideal for modern data centers and enterprise networks, facilitating efficient traffic management and enhanced operational flexibility.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• 36 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 ports
• 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports (optional for uplink)

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 3.6 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: 2.68 Bpps (billion packets per second)
• Latency: Low latency of < 1 microsecond

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

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

Advanced Features:

• Virtual Port Channel (vPC): Provides redundancy and load balancing across multiple links
• VXLAN Support: Facilitates network virtualization and multi-tenancy
• Quality of Service (QoS): Ensures traffic prioritization for optimal performance
• Programmability: Features REST APIs and integration with various management platforms

Management:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS, which offers robust management and monitoring capabilities
• Monitoring: Includes SNMP, Syslog, and NX-API for enhanced visibility and control