(NEW) Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches - N9K-X9400-8D

Overview

The Cisco N9K-X9400-8D is a high-performance modular switch designed for modern data center environments, providing exceptional scalability and flexibility. This switch features 8 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet, making it suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications in large-scale enterprise and service provider networks. It offers advanced capabilities, including comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, programmability, and automation, enabling efficient management and optimized network performance.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• Ports:
  • 8 x 100-Gigabit Ethernet ports (QSFP28)
• Modular Design: Compatible with Cisco Nexus 9400 series chassis for modular expansion.

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: Up to 3.2 Tbps (Terabits per second)
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 2.38 Bpps (Billion packets per second)
• Latency: Optimized low latency for high-speed data transfers.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2:

  • Supports VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Virtual Port Channel (vPC) for redundancy and load balancing.

• Layer 3:

  • Comprehensive support for IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP.
  • VXLAN support for enhanced scalability and segmentation in overlay networking.

Automation and Programmability:

• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS.
• Automation Features: Model-driven programmability and REST APIs for simplified network management.
• Management: Compatible with Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for centralized monitoring and control.

Security Features:

• Access Control Lists (ACLs): Advanced security measures for traffic filtering and management.
• Microsegmentation: Allows for granular security policies, enhancing network protection.
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Provides user role-based access to secure network resources.