Description
Cisco Nexus N9K-C93108TC-FX3 Fixed Switch
48x 100M/1G/10G BASE-T + 6x 40/100G QSFP28 | 2.16 Tbps | Cloud Scale Architecture | 1RU Fixed Switch
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93108TC-FX3 is a high-performance 1-Rack-Unit (1RU) fixed-configuration data center switch designed for high-density copper networking. It provides 48x 100M/1G/10G BASE-T ports and 6x 40/100G QSFP28 uplink ports. Delivering up to 2.16 Tbps of switching bandwidth and 1.2 billion packets per second, the N9K-C93108TC-FX3 provides flexible high-speed connectivity for enterprise and data center network deployments.
Licensing & Software Options
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93108TC-FX3 supports Cisco NX-OS and Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) deployment options. Cisco Data Center Network software subscriptions are available in multiple feature tiers depending on the networking, automation, visibility, and fabric capabilities required.
- Cisco DCN Essentials: Provides foundational data center networking capabilities for supported NX-OS deployments.
- Cisco DCN Advantage: Adds advanced networking, automation, and fabric capabilities for more complex environments.
- Cisco DCN Premier: Provides the highest software feature tier for advanced data center networking and operational requirements.
- NX-OS / ACI Deployment: Software configuration and licensing should be selected to match the intended standalone NX-OS or Cisco ACI environment.
Key Technical Features
* High-Density Copper Connectivity
Provides 48 BASE-T downlink ports supporting 100 Mbps, 1 Gigabit, and 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.
* 40G / 100G Uplinks
Includes 6 fixed QSFP28 ports supporting 40 Gigabit and 100 Gigabit Ethernet for high-bandwidth uplink and fabric connectivity.
* High-Performance Switching
Delivers up to 2.16 Tbps of switching bandwidth and up to 1.2 billion packets per second of forwarding performance.
* Redundant Hot-Swap Cooling
Uses 4 hot-swappable 35CFM fan modules. The switch requires at least 3 operational fans and supports port-side intake or port-side exhaust airflow configurations.
* Flexible Power Options
Supports hot-swappable 500W AC, 930W DC, and 1200W universal HVAC/HVDC power supplies with two PSU positions for operation and redundancy.
* Flexible Data Center Deployment
Designed as a fixed-port Nexus 9000 platform for data center leaf, aggregation, and high-speed network deployments using Cisco NX-OS or ACI.
Specifications
| Product SKU | N9K-C93108TC-FX3 |
| Switch Form Factor | 1 Rack Unit (1RU) Fixed Configuration |
| Downlink Ports | 48x 100M/1G/10G BASE-T |
| Uplink Ports | 6x 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Switching Bandwidth | Up to 2.16 Tbps |
| Forwarding Performance | Up to 1.2 Bpps |
| Physical Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 17.9 inches H x W x D (4.4 x 43.9 x 45.7 cm) |
| Chassis Weight | 15.8 lbs (7.1 kg) |
| Cooling / Fan Assembly | 4x Hot-Swap 35CFM Fan Modules; minimum 3 operational fans |
| Compatible Intake Fans | NXA-SFAN-35CFM-PI |
| Compatible Exhaust Fans | NXA-SFAN-35CFM-PE |
| 500W AC Power Supplies | NXA-PAC-500W-PI, NXA-PAC-500W-PE |
| 930W DC Power Supplies | NXA-PDC-930W-PI, NXA-PDC-930W-PE |
| 1200W Universal Power Supply | N9K-PUV-1200W - HVAC/HVDC Dual-Direction Airflow |
| Power Supply Bays | 2 Power Supply Positions, 1 for Operation + 1 for Redundancy |
| Typical Power Consumption | 420W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 464W |
| Management Ports | 1x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 Management Port + 1x SFP Management Port |
| Console / USB | 1x RS-232 Console Port + 1x USB Port |
| Expansion Modules | None - Fixed-Port Chassis |
*All images are stock photos. Actual product will vary depending on the options chosen.
