Description
Cisco Nexus N9K-C93108TC-FX3P Fixed Switch
48x 100M/1/2.5/5/10G BASE-T + 6x 40/100G QSFP28 | 2.16 Tbps | PoE Support | 1RU Fixed Switch
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93108TC-FX3P is a high-performance 1-Rack-Unit (1RU) fixed-configuration data center switch designed for flexible high-density copper networking. It provides 48x 100M/1/2.5/5/10G BASE-T multigigabit ports with Power over Ethernet support 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-FX3P is well suited for data center, server, storage, aggregation, and high-performance multigigabit network deployments.
Licensing & Software Options
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93108TC-FX3P 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
* Multigigabit Copper Connectivity
Provides 48 BASE-T downlink ports supporting 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, and 10G Ethernet speeds for flexible copper-based network deployments.
* 40G / 100G Uplinks
Includes 6 fixed QSFP28 uplink ports supporting 40 Gigabit and 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for high-bandwidth aggregation and fabric connections.
* Power over Ethernet Support
Supports Power over Ethernet on ports 1 through 48, allowing compatible powered devices to receive network connectivity and electrical power through the same Ethernet connection.
* High-Performance Switching
Delivers up to 2.16 Tbps of switching bandwidth and 1.2 billion packets per second of forwarding performance in a compact 1RU chassis.
* Redundant Hot-Swap Cooling
Uses 4 hot-swappable 35CFM fan modules with +1 redundancy and supports both port-side intake and port-side exhaust airflow configurations.
* Flexible Power Options
Supports redundant hot-swappable 715W DC, 1100W AC, and 1900W AC power supply options with two PSU bays for 1+1 redundancy.
Specifications
| Product SKU | N9K-C93108TC-FX3P |
| Switch Form Factor | 1 Rack Unit (1RU) Fixed Configuration |
| Downlink Ports | 48x 100M/1/2.5/5/10G BASE-T Multigigabit Ports |
| Uplink Ports | 6x 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Power over Ethernet | Supported on Ports 1-48 |
| Switching Bandwidth | Up to 2.16 Tbps |
| Forwarding Performance | Up to 1.2 Bpps |
| Physical Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.2 x 18.0 inches H x W x D chassis only (4.37 x 43.68 x 45.73 cm); depth approximately 19.4 inches with fans and 21.1 inches with power supplies installed |
| Chassis Weight | 16 lbs (7.26 kg) without fans or power supplies |
| Configured Weight | Approximately 23 lbs (10.43 kg) with fans and power supplies |
| Cooling / Fan Assembly | 4x Hot-Swap 35CFM Fan Modules with +1 Redundancy |
| Compatible Intake Fans | NXA-FAN-35CFM-PI |
| Compatible Exhaust Fans | NXA-FAN-35CFM-PE |
| 715W DC Power Supply | NXA-PDC-715W-PI |
| 1100W AC Power Supplies | NXA-PAC-1100W-PI, NXA-PAC-1100W-PE |
| 1900W AC Power Supply | NXA-PAC-1900W-PI |
| Power Supply Bays | 2 Hot-Swap Power Supply Bays, 1+1 Redundancy |
| Typical Power Consumption | 500W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 600W |
| Packet Buffer | 40MB |
| System Memory | 16GB |
| Internal Storage | 128GB SSD |
| Management Ports | 1x 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.
