Description
Cisco Nexus N9K-C93180YC-FX3 Fixed Switch
48x 100M/1/10/25G SFP28 + 6x 10/25/40/50/100G QSFP28 | 3.6 Tbps | Cloud Scale Architecture | 1RU Fixed Switch
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is a high-performance 1-Rack-Unit (1RU) fixed-configuration data center switch designed for high-density fiber networking. It provides 48x 100M/1/10/25G SFP28 ports and 6x 10/25/40/50/100G QSFP28 ports, providing flexible connectivity for server, storage, leaf, aggregation, and high-performance data center deployments. The switch delivers up to 3.6 Tbps of switching bandwidth and 1.2 billion packets per second of forwarding performance.
Licensing & Software Options
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93180YC-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 SFP28 Connectivity
Provides 48 SFP28 downlink ports supporting 100 Mbps, 1 Gigabit, 10 Gigabit, and 25 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.
* High-Speed QSFP28 Ports
Includes 6 QSFP28 ports supporting 10G, 25G, 40G, 50G, and 100G Ethernet connectivity for high-bandwidth uplink and fabric connections.
* High-Performance Switching
Delivers up to 3.6 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 with +1 redundancy and supports port-side intake or port-side exhaust airflow configurations.
* Flexible Power Options
Supports redundant hot-swappable 650W AC, 930W DC, and 1200W universal HVAC/HVDC power supplies with two PSU positions.
* Flexible Data Center Deployment
Designed for Cisco NX-OS and ACI deployments with high-density server, storage, leaf, aggregation, and fabric connectivity.
Specifications
| Product SKU | N9K-C93180YC-FX3 |
| Switch Form Factor | 1 Rack Unit (1RU) Fixed Configuration |
| Downlink Ports | 48x 100M/1/10/25G SFP28 |
| Uplink Ports | 6x 10/25/40/50/100G QSFP28 |
| Switching Bandwidth | Up to 3.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Performance | Up to 1.2 Bpps |
| Physical Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 19.6 inches H x W x D (4.4 x 43.9 x 49.6 cm) |
| Chassis Weight | 21 lbs (9.52 kg) |
| Packet Buffer | 40 MB |
| System Memory | 16GB Base Memory |
| 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 |
| 650W AC Power Supplies | NXA-PAC-650W-PI, NXA-PAC-650W-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 | 375W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 600W |
| Management Port | 1x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 |
| 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.
