The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93128TX switch is an investment in efficiency and future scalability for any data center. As part of the reputable Nexus 9000 Series, it delivers high performance with 96 1/10GBASE-T ports plus eight 40G QSFP+ ports, which allows for considerable expansion and flexibility in connectivity.
High-speed data throughput of 2.56 Tbps and low latency of 1 to 2 microseconds ensure that the switch can handle the most demanding loads with ease. The support for 40G QSFP+ optics means that you can use existing 10G infrastructure while preparing for the transition to 40G—a cost-effective solution that protects your existing investment.
With its robust design, including redundant power supplies and fan trays, the N9K-C93128TX increases system availability and reliability—the foundational elements of a non-interrupted enterprise operation. This level of redundancy eliminates single points of failure and guarantees that the switch will remain operational, even during individual component failures.
Furthermore, the switch is designed with environmentally friendly practices in mind, featuring power supplies rated 80 Plus Platinum for energy efficiency. Over time, this can translate into significantly lower operating costs and a smaller carbon footprint for your data center.
The flexibility offered by the N9K-C93128TX, through features like the integrated shared buffer to manage traffic bursts and port-side intake and exhaust options, provides a comprehensive solution to a variety of network infrastructure needs. This adaptability ensures that the switch can fit into different rack configurations and airflow requirements.
In summary, the Cisco Nexus N9K-C93128TX offers the performance, expansion capabilities, and reliability you need to support a modern, high-demand data center. By choosing this switch, you’re not just buying a product; you’re investing in a solution that can grow with your network’s needs while providing the efficiency and reliability required for continuous operation.
N9K-C93128TX is the Nexus 9300 with 96p 100M/1/10G-T and 8p 40G QSFP. The Cisco Nexus 9300 platform consists of fixed-port switches designed for top-of-rack (ToR) and middle-of-row (MoR) deployment in data centers that support enterprise applications, service provider hosting, and cloud computing environments. They are Layer 2 and 3 nonblocking 10 and 40 Gigabit Ethernet switches with up to 2.56 terabits per second (Tbps) of internal bandwidth.
Quick Specs
Table 1 shows the Quick Specs.
Product Code |
N9K-C93128TX |
Ports |
96 fixed 1/10GBASE-T ports |
Supported speeds |
100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
40 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports |
6 or 8 QSFP+ ports active through the uplink module |
Physical (H x W x D) |
5.3 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. |
Weight |
32.56 lb (14.8 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
Product Details
Table 2 shows Cisco Nexus 9300 Platform Switch Features.
Feature |
Benefit |
Predictable high performance |
Latency of 1 to 2 microseconds with up to 1.28 Tbps of bandwidth enables customers to build a robust switch fabric scaling from as few as 200 10-Gbps server ports to more than 200,000 10-Gbps server ports. |
Increased integrated buffer space |
Up to a total of 50 MB of integrated shared buffer space allows better management of speed mismatch between access and uplink ports. |
Designed for availability |
Hot-swappable, redundant power supplies and fan trays increase availability. |
Flexible airflow configuration |
Port-side intake and port-side exhaust airflow configurations are both supported. |
CPU, SSD, and memory |
Dual-core 2.5-GHz x86 CPUs with 64-GB SSD drive and 16 GB of memory provide enhanced network performance. |
Power efficiency |
All Cisco Nexus 9000 Series power supplies are 80 Plus Platinum rated. |
Advanced optics |
Cisco offers a pluggable 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ transceiver that enables customers to use existing 10 Gigabit Ethernet data center cabling to support 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. This technology facilitates adoption of 40 Gigabit Ethernet with no cable infrastructure upgrade cost. |
The Accessories
Table 3 shows the supported accessories.
Model |
Description |
N9K-M6PQ-E |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 6p 40G QSFP |
N9K-M6PQ |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 6p 40G QSFP |
N9K-M12PQ |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 12p 40G QSFP |
N9K-M4PC-CFP2 |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 4p 100G |
UCSC-PSU-930WDC |
Nexus 9000 930W DC PS, Port-side Intake |
UCS-PSU-6332-DC |
Nexus 9000 930W DC PS, Port-side Exhaust |
N9K-PUV-1200W |
Nexus 9300 1200W Universal Power Supply, Bi-directional air flow and Supports AC/HVDC |
N9K-C9300-FAN2 |
Nexus 93128 & 9396 Fan 2, Port-side Intake |
N9K-C9300-FAN2-B |
Nexus 93128 & 9396 Fan 2, Port-side Exhaust |
NXA-FAN-30CFM-F |
Nexus 2K/3K/9K Single Fan for 1RU switch, port side exhaust airflow |
NXA-FAN-30CFM-B |
Nexus 2K/3K/9K Single Fan for 1RU switch, port side intake airflow |
N93-LAN1K9= |
Enhanced L3 including full OSPF, EIGRP, BGP for Nexus 9200/9300 Platform |
Compare to Similar Items
Table 4 shows the comparison.
Product Code |
N9K-C9396TX |
N9K-C93128TX |
Ports |
48 fixed 1/10GBASE-T ports |
96 fixed 1/10GBASE-T ports |
Supported speeds |
100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
Physical (H x W x D) |
3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. |
5.3 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. |
Weight |
22.45 lb (10.2 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
32.56 lb (14.8 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
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