This Cisco Nexus N9K-C93180YC-EX-RF 48-port data center switch is perfect for enterprises requiring high-density switching performance in modern data center environments. Our solution delivers:
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48 x 1/10/25-Gbps scalable SFP ports providing flexible multi-speed connectivity
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6 x 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 uplinks ensuring high-bandwidth backbone connectivity
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Layer 2/3 switching capabilities with advanced programmability features
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3.6 Tbps bandwidth capacity supporting demanding data center workloads
Key Features
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High-density switching performance with 2.8 billion packets per second processing
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Multi-speed port flexibility supporting 1G, 10G, and 25G connections per port
- Optimized for data center deployments requiring scalable network infrastructure
- Consistent network virtualization support with advanced programmability
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Investment protection design with deep buffers and high scalability
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1RU form factor maximizing rack space efficiency
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Model Number |
N9K-C93180YC-EX-RF |
| Type |
48-Port Data Center Switch |
| Port Configuration |
48 x 1/10/25-Gbps scalable SFP ports + 6 x 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 uplinks |
| Switching Capacity |
3.6 Terabits per second (Tbps) |
| Packet Processing |
2.8 billion packets per second (bpps) |
| Form Factor |
1-rack-unit (1RU) design |
| Switching Type |
Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with programmability |
| Target Environment |
Medium to large-scale data center deployments |
| Series |
Cisco Nexus 9300 Series |
| Advanced Features |
Network virtualization, deep buffers, high scalability |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this switch ideal for modern data center environments?
A: The Cisco Nexus 93180YC-EX high-density design combines 48 multi-speed ports (1/10/25-Gbps) with 6 high-bandwidth uplinks (40/100-Gbps), providing the flexibility and performance required for demanding data center workloads and cloud deployments.
Q: How does the multi-speed port capability benefit network deployment?
A: The 1/10/25-Gbps scalable SFP ports allow you to start with lower speeds and upgrade to higher bandwidth as needed, protecting your investment while providing flexibility to match server and application requirements without hardware changes.
Q: What advanced features support network virtualization?
A: This switch includes advanced programmability features supporting VXLAN, network segmentation, and software-defined networking (SDN) capabilities, enabling flexible virtualized network architectures essential for modern data center operations.
Q: How does the switching performance handle enterprise-scale traffic?
A: With 3.6 Tbps bandwidth and 2.8 billion packets per second processing capability, this switch delivers the performance needed for high-traffic applications, virtualized environments, and bandwidth-intensive workloads typical in enterprise data centers.
Cisco Nexus N9K-C93180YC-EX-RF 48-port data center switch with 1/10/25-Gbps ports, 40/100-Gbps uplinks, Layer 2/3 switching.
