(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - N9K-C9400-SW-GX2A

Overview

The Cisco N9K-C9400-SW-GX2A is a high-performance line card designed for the Cisco Nexus 9400 Series switches, providing advanced switching capabilities and enhanced flexibility for data center networks. This line card supports a wide range of interface speeds and types, enabling organizations to efficiently manage bandwidth and optimize resource allocation. With features such as support for advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols, as well as enhanced automation capabilities, the N9K-C9400-SW-GX2A is ideal for businesses looking to scale their network infrastructure while maintaining operational efficiency.

Specs

• Type: Line Card for Cisco Nexus 9400 Series
• Model: N9K-C9400-SW-GX2A

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: Up to 6.4 Tbps (Terabits per second)
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 4.76 Bpps (Billion packets per second)
• Supported Interfaces:
  • 48 x 1G/10G SFP/SFP+ ports
  • 24 x 25G SFP28 ports
  • 12 x 100G QSFP28 ports

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2:
  • Supports VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Virtual Port Channel (vPC).
• Layer 3:
  • Full IPv4 and IPv6 routing support, including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and IS-IS.
  • Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) for network segmentation and overlay capabilities.

Automation and Programmability:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS.
• Automation Features: Model-driven programmability with REST APIs for network automation and management.
• Management Tools: Compatible with Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for streamlined operations.

Security Features:

• Access Control Lists (ACLs): Provides advanced filtering and traffic management.
• Microsegmentation: Enables granular security policies for sensitive data protection.
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Offers secure access control based on user roles.