N9K-C9396TX - Cisco Nexus 9000 Series
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Nexus 9300 with 48p 100M/1/10G-T and 8p 40G QSFP N9K-C9396TX
Overview
N9K-C9396TX Overview
Cisco Nexus 9396TX, Managed, L3, 10G Ethernet (100/1000/10000), Rack mounting, 2U
N9K-C9396TX is the Nexus 9300 with 48p 100M/1/10G-T and 8p 40G QSFP. The Cisco Nexus 9300 platform consists of fixed-port switches designed for top-of-rack (ToR) and middle-of-row (MoR) deployment in data centers that support enterprise applications, service provider hosting, and cloud computing environments. They are Layer 2 and 3 nonblocking 10 and 40 Gigabit Ethernet switches with up to 2.56 terabits per second (Tbps) of internal bandwidth.
Quick Specs
Product Code | N9K-C9396TX |
Ports | 48 fixed 1/10GBASE-T ports |
Supported speeds | 100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
40 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports | 6 or 12 QFSP+ ports active through the uplink module |
Physical (H x W x D) | 3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. |
Weight | 22.45 lb (10.2 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
Product Details
Feature | Benefit |
Predictable high performance | Latency of 1 to 2 microseconds with up to 1.28 Tbps of bandwidth enables customers to build a robust switch fabric scaling from as few as 200 10-Gbps server ports to more than 200,000 10-Gbps server ports. |
Increased integrated buffer space | Up to a total of 50 MB of integrated shared buffer space allows better management of speed mismatch between access and uplink ports. |
Designed for availability | Hot-swappable, redundant power supplies and fan trays increase availability. |
Flexible airflow configuration | Port-side intake and port-side exhaust airflow configurations are both supported. |
CPU, SSD, and memory | Dual-core 2.5-GHz x86 CPUs with 64-GB SSD drive and 16 GB of memory provide enhanced network performance. |
Power efficiency | All Cisco Nexus 9000 Series power supplies are 80 Plus Platinum rated. |
Advanced optics | Cisco offers a pluggable 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ transceiver that enables customers to use existing 10 Gigabit Ethernet data center cabling to support 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. This technology facilitates adoption of 40 Gigabit Ethernet with no cable infrastructure upgrade cost. |
The Accessories
Model | Description |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 6p 40G QSFP | |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 6p 40G QSFP | |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 12p 40G QSFP | |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 4p 100G | |
Nexus 9000 930W DC PS, Port-side Intake | |
Nexus 9000 930W DC PS, Port-side Exhaust | |
Nexus 9300 1200W Universal Power Supply, Bi-directional air flow and Supports AC/HVDC | |
Nexus 93128 & 9396 Fan 2, Port-side Intake | |
Nexus 93128 & 9396 Fan 2, Port-side Exhaust | |
Nexus 2K/3K/9K Single Fan for 1RU switch, port side exhaust airflow | |
Nexus 2K/3K/9K Single Fan for 1RU switch, port side intake airflow | |
Enhanced L3 including full OSPF, EIGRP, BGP for Nexus 9200/9300 Platform |
Compare to Similar Items
Product Code | N9K-C9396TX | |
Ports | 48 fixed 1/10GBASE-T ports | 48 fixed SPF+ ports |
Supported speeds | 100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds | 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
Physical (H x W x D) | 3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. | 3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. |
Weight | 22.45 lb (10.2 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) | 22.45 lb (10.2 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
Nexus 9300 w/ 48x 1/10G-T, 8x 40G QSFP, spare
- Managed L3 Web-based management
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 48
- 10G support
- MAC address table: 96000 entries Switching capacity: 1920 Gbit/s
- Access Control List (ACL)
- 2U Rack mounting
- Power supply included
Summary Description
Cisco N9K-C9396TX=, Managed, L3, 10G Ethernet (100/1000/10000), Rack mounting, 2U
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Specification
N9K-C9396TX Specification
N9K-C9396TX Specification | |
Ports | 48 fixed 1/10GBASE-T ports |
Supported speeds | 100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
40 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports | 6 or 12 QFSP+ ports active through the uplink module |
Customers have the choice of either N9K-M6PQ or N9K-M12PQ for 40 Gigabit Ethernet uplink connectivity to aggregation or spine switches. | |
100 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports | Customer can have 100 Gigabit Ethernet uplink connectivity to spine switches or routers through the N9K-M4PC- uplink module, with CPF2 optics as well as the Cisco CPAK®100-Gbps module through converters. |
The N9K-M4PC-CFP2 offers 5 MB of additional buffer space for each port. | |
Power supplies (up to 2) | 650W AC, 930W DC, or 1200W HVAC/HVDC |
Typical power (AC) | 427W |
Maximum power (AC) | 712W |
Input voltage (AC) | 100 to 240V |
Input voltage (HVAC) | 200 to 277V |
Input voltage (DC) | –48 to –60V |
Input voltage (HVDC) | –240 to –380V |
Frequency (AC) | 50 to 60 Hz |
Fans | 3 |
Physical (H x W x D) | 3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. |
Acoustics | 68.3 dBA at 40% fan speed, 78.8 dBA at 70% fan speed, and 84.5 dB at 100% fan speed |
RoHS compliance | Yes |
Weight | 22.45 lb (10.2 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary interface capabilities of the Cisco Nexus N9K-C9396TX? +
The N9K-C9396TX is a high-density 1RU fixed-configuration switch. It features 48 ports of 100M/1G/10GBASE-T connectivity, providing excellent flexibility for legacy and modern server connections. Additionally, it includes 8 fixed 40GbE QSFP+ uplink ports, allowing for high-bandwidth uplinks to the aggregation layer or core network without sacrificing downlinks.
Is the N9K-C9396TX suitable for high-performance data center leaf deployments? +
Absolutely. This model is engineered specifically for data center environments requiring low latency and high throughput. As a Layer 3 managed switch, it supports advanced feature sets for leaf-spine architectures, ensuring robust performance for virtualized workloads, storage traffic, and high-frequency trading environments where wire-speed switching is critical for business operations.
Does the N9K-C9396TX support standard Layer 3 routing protocols? +
Yes, this switch supports a comprehensive suite of Layer 3 routing protocols, including OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and RIP. It is designed to handle complex routing tables and advanced enterprise networking requirements, enabling efficient traffic management and scalable network design in both traditional and software-defined data center environments.
How does the N9K-C9396TX handle management and programmability? +
The Nexus 9300 series is designed for modern infrastructure, supporting robust management via Cisco NX-OS. It facilitates programmability through APIs, including Python and RESTful APIs, which allow network administrators to automate provisioning, monitoring, and configuration tasks, significantly reducing manual overhead in large-scale deployments.
What is the physical rack form factor for this specific Nexus 9300 unit? +
The N9K-C9396TX is a standard 1RU (Rack Unit) form factor chassis. This space-efficient design allows it to be mounted in a standard 19-inch server rack, making it an ideal choice for data centers or equipment closets where space is at a premium but high-density port counts are still required.
Can I use the N9K-C9396TX in a Cisco ACI environment? +
The Cisco Nexus 9300 series is built to support both NX-OS standalone mode and Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) modes. This switch provides the necessary hardware foundation for ACI, allowing you to transition to a policy-driven, automated fabric architecture whenever your enterprise infrastructure strategy dictates.
Does the N9K-C9396TX support redundant power supplies and fans? +
To ensure maximum uptime for critical infrastructure, the N9K-C9396TX is designed with field-replaceable, redundant power supplies and fan trays. This architecture ensures high availability for your network operations, as components can be serviced or replaced without necessarily impacting the primary traffic flow, depending on your specific power and cooling configuration.
How does the N9K-C9396TX compare to previous Nexus generations regarding latency? +
The Nexus 9300 series offers industry-leading, non-blocking, low-latency performance compared to legacy switches. By utilizing a high-performance ASIC architecture, it minimizes jitter and propagation delay, which is essential for modern data center applications that rely on synchronized, real-time data processing and high-speed inter-process communication.
How can I obtain a bulk quote for the N9K-C9396TX on BuyRouterSwitch.com? +
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