This Cisco Nexus 93120TX switch is perfect for enterprise data centers, cloud service providers, and hyperscale environments requiring ultra-high-density 10GbE connectivity. Our Cisco 10GbE switch delivers:
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48 ports of 10GBASE-T with unprecedented port density for server connectivity
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Spine-leaf architecture optimization for modern data center fabrics
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Cloud-scale networking with low-latency, high-throughput performance
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Advanced automation capabilities through Cisco NX-OS and programmable APIs
Key Features
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48 x 10GBASE-T ports with copper connectivity for cost-effective deployment
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6 x 40GbE QSFP+ uplinks for spine connectivity
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Ultra-low latency design optimized for high-frequency trading and real-time applications
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Cisco NX-OS operating system with advanced data center features
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Virtual Port Channel (vPC) for enhanced redundancy
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Programmable fabric supporting DevOps and automation
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Model Number |
N9K-C93120TX |
| Type |
Data Center Leaf Switch |
| Port Configuration |
48 x 10GBASE-T + 6 x 40GbE QSFP+ |
| Switching Capacity |
1.44 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
1,071.43 Mpps |
| Latency |
Less than 2 microseconds |
| MAC Address Table |
288,000 entries |
| Buffer Memory |
16 MB shared |
| Power Consumption |
340W typical |
| Form Factor |
1RU rack-mountable |
| Compatible Architecture |
Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Spine-Leaf |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this Cisco switch ideal for data center spine-leaf architecture?
A: The Nexus 93120TX is purpose-built for leaf positions in spine-leaf fabrics, providing 48 x 10GbE server connections with 6 x 40GbE uplinks to spine switches, enabling non-blocking, any-to-any connectivity across the data center.
Q: How does 10GBASE-T connectivity benefit server deployments?
A: 10GBASE-T copper connections eliminate the need for expensive SFP+ transceivers on every server port, significantly reducing deployment costs while providing 10Gbps performance over standard Cat6A cabling infrastructure.
Q: What automation capabilities does this data center switch provide?
A: The switch supports Cisco NX-OS programmability with Python scripting, REST APIs, and integration with Cisco DCNM for automated provisioning, configuration management, and Day-2 operations in software-defined data centers.
Q: Is this switch suitable for high-performance computing environments?
A: Yes, with ultra-low latency under 2 microseconds and high-density 10GbE connectivity, it's ideal for HPC clusters, financial trading environments, and real-time applications requiring deterministic performance.
Cisco Nexus 93120TX 48-port 10GBASE-T data center switch with 6x40GbE uplinks for spine-leaf architecture and cloud-scale networking.
