Description
Cisco Nexus N9K-C9336C-FX2 Fixed Switch
36x 40/100G QSFP28 | 7.2 Tbps | Cloud Scale Architecture | 1RU Fixed Switch
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C9336C-FX2 is a high-performance 1-Rack-Unit (1RU) fixed-configuration data center switch designed for high-density 40 Gigabit and 100 Gigabit Ethernet networking. It provides 36x QSFP28 ports supporting native 40G and 100G Ethernet, with additional 1G, 10G, and 25G connectivity available through supported adapters and breakout configurations. The switch delivers up to 7.2 Tbps of switching capacity and up to 2.8 billion packets per second of forwarding performance.
Licensing & Software Options
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C9336C-FX2 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 QSFP28 Connectivity
Provides 36 QSFP28 ports supporting native 40 Gigabit and 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in a compact 1RU chassis.
* Flexible Port Speeds
Supports 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G Ethernet through supported QSFP28 breakout configurations and QSA adapters.
* High-Performance Switching
Delivers up to 7.2 Tbps of switching capacity and up to 2.8 billion packets per second of forwarding performance.
* Redundant Cooling
Uses 3 field-replaceable dual-rotor 65CFM fan modules with port-side intake or port-side exhaust airflow configurations.
* Flexible Power Options
Supports 750W AC and 1100W AC, DC, and HVAC/HVDC power supplies with two power supply bays for operation and redundancy.
* Flexible Data Center Deployment
Designed for high-density leaf, spine, aggregation, cloud, and data center deployments using Cisco NX-OS or ACI.
Specifications
| Product SKU | N9K-C9336C-FX2 |
| Switch Form Factor | 1 Rack Unit (1RU) Fixed Configuration |
| Network Ports | 36x 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Supported Ethernet Speeds | 1G / 10G / 25G / 40G / 100G with Supported Adapters and Breakout Configurations |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 7.2 Tbps |
| Forwarding Performance | Up to 2.8 Bpps |
| Physical Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 24.5 inches H x W x D (4.4 x 43.9 x 62.3 cm) |
| Chassis Weight | 18.8 lbs (8.5 kg) without fans or power supplies |
| System Memory | 24GB |
| Internal Storage | 128GB SSD |
| Packet Buffer | 40MB |
| Cooling / Fan Assembly | 3x Field-Replaceable Dual-Rotor 65CFM Fan Modules |
| Compatible Intake Fans | NXA-FAN-65CFM-PI, NXA-SFAN-65CFM-PI |
| Compatible Exhaust Fans | NXA-FAN-65CFM-PE, NXA-SFAN-65CFM-PE |
| 750W AC Power Supplies | NXA-PAC-750W-PI, NXA-PAC-750W-PE |
| 1100W AC Power Supplies | NXA-PAC-1100W-PI2, NXA-PAC-1100W-PE2, NXA-PAC-1100W-PI3, NXA-PAC-1100W-PE3 |
| 1100W DC Power Supplies | NXA-PDC-1100W-PI, NXA-PDC-1100W-PE |
| 1100W HVAC/HVDC Power Supplies | NXA-PHV-1100W-PI, NXA-PHV-1100W-PE |
| Power Supply Bays | 2 Hot-Swap Power Supply Bays, 1+1 Redundancy |
| Typical Power Consumption | 337W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 719W |
| 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.
