Part Number: Cisco N9K-C9396TX
Manufacturer: Cisco SystemsOverview:
The Cisco N9K-C9396TX is a high-performance 96-port 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet switch, designed as part of the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series. Offering unmatched flexibility and efficiency, it is perfect for organizations that require a high-density, low-latency solution for their data center or enterprise network. The N9K-C9396TX provides advanced features, including support for both 10G and 25G Ethernet speeds, and is optimized for cloud-scale architectures, automation, and highly demanding workloads.
With its ability to scale easily and deliver superior performance, the Cisco N9K-C9396TX is ideal for businesses looking to optimize their network infrastructure while minimizing costs.
Key Features:
- 96 x 10/25G Ethernet Ports: Provides a high density of both 10GbE and 25GbE ports, making it ideal for high-performance applications and virtualized environments.
- Forwarding Capacity: Supports high-speed, low-latency forwarding at scale, suitable for both large data centers and enterprise network environments.
- NX-OS Software: Runs Cisco NX-OS software, which offers advanced capabilities for virtualization, automation, and network monitoring, providing the flexibility needed for modern network architectures.
- Low Latency: Designed for ultra-low latency operations, making it ideal for latency-sensitive applications such as financial transactions, real-time analytics, and cloud services.
- Programmability & Automation: Supports programmability features like OpenFlow and REST APIs, enabling seamless automation and orchestration in software-defined networking (SDN) environments.
- Flexible Power Options: Equipped with power-efficient design, helping reduce operational costs while maintaining high performance and reliability.
- Hot-swappable Power Supplies and Fans: Reduces downtime with hot-swappable components for easy maintenance without service interruption.
Applications:
- Data Center Networks: Perfect for modern, high-performance data centers that require high-density 10/25G Ethernet connectivity, enabling flexible scaling and seamless integration with cloud applications and virtualized environments.
- Enterprise Campus Networks: Ideal for large enterprise environments that require the ability to scale network bandwidth without compromising on performance or security.
- Cloud Service Providers: A great choice for cloud environments, providing the required performance and density to meet the needs of virtualized workloads, hybrid cloud deployments, and cloud-native applications.
- Storage Networking: Provides high bandwidth for data-intensive applications, such as storage networks, enabling fast data access and low-latency storage solutions.
- High-Performance Computing (HPC): Ensures high throughput and low-latency performance for high-performance computing applications, including big data analytics and scientific simulations.
Specifications:
- Ports: 96 x 10G/25G Ethernet ports (SFP+ and SFP28)
- Throughput: Up to 3.6 Tbps (terabits per second) of total switching capacity
- Forwarding Rate: Up to 2.7 Bpps (billion packets per second)
- Form Factor: 1RU (Rack Unit)
- Power Supply: Dual redundant, hot-swappable 1400W or 2200W power supplies (varies based on configuration)
- Cooling: Hot-swappable fan modules for redundancy and efficient cooling
- Software: Cisco NX-OS Software for advanced features such as virtualization, automation, and network monitoring
- Latency: Ultra-low latency, suitable for latency-sensitive applications
- Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:
- VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Link Aggregation (LACP)
- Routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP
- Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization
- Network Automation & Orchestration: Supports Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) and programmability features for automated provisioning, monitoring, and management
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.3" x 22.6" x 1.75" (43.9 x 57.4 x 4.4 cm)
- Weight: 19.8 lbs (8.98 kg)
- Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
- Storage Temperature: -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Why Choose Cisco N9K-C9396TX:
- High-Performance and Density: With 96 x 10/25G Ethernet ports and a high throughput capacity of up to 3.6 Tbps, the N9K-C9396TX is ideal for organizations with demanding data center, cloud, and enterprise networking needs.
- Future-Proof Design: The N9K-C9396TX supports both 10GbE and 25GbE speeds, providing scalability for evolving network requirements and ensuring longevity as your business grows.
- Advanced Features with Cisco NX-OS: Leverage the power of Cisco NX-OS to optimize your network operations with advanced capabilities like automation, monitoring, and cloud-readiness.
- Reduced Latency: With its low-latency design, this switch ensures that time-sensitive applications perform seamlessly, making it a great choice for financial services, real-time communications, and high-performance computing.
- Energy Efficiency: Designed to optimize power usage, the N9K-C9396TX provides a balance of performance and power efficiency, reducing the total cost of ownership.
- Seamless Integration with Cisco Ecosystem: Part of the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series, the N9K-C9396TX integrates seamlessly with other Cisco hardware and software products, offering a unified network architecture with consistent management and support.
- Reliability and Redundancy: With hot-swappable power supplies and fan modules, this switch ensures maximum uptime and reliability for mission-critical applications.
The Cisco N9K-C9396TX is the ideal solution for businesses seeking to upgrade their data center or enterprise network with a high-performance, scalable, and reliable Ethernet switch. Whether you're building for the future of cloud computing, virtualized workloads, or high-performance applications, the N9K-C9396TX delivers the performance, flexibility, and efficiency you need.
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