Opting for the Cisco Nexus 9300-FX2 series N9K-C93240YC-FX2 switch signals a commitment to high-speed, efficient, and scalable data center networking. It is an ideal solution for enterprises aiming to build state-of-the-art infrastructure capable of handling massive data throughput needed in virtualization, cloud services, and high-performance computing environments. The diverse port speeds cater to current needs while providing a clear upgrade path from 1-Gbps to 10-Gbps and beyond, ensuring the network’s longevity and return on investment.
Cisco’s comprehensive NX-OS operating system complements the hardware with advanced features and proven reliability. Users benefit from enhanced network automation, analytics, and security, allowing for simplified operations and better risk management. The support for rich automation tools and scripting languages helps in network orchestration and efficiency gains through automated workflows.
Physical durability and redundancy are core with options for dual power supplies and hot-swappable fan trays to ensure continuous operation even during maintenance activities or component failure. Intelligent buffer management helps absorb traffic bursts and avoid packet loss, crucial for maintaining performance in unpredictable workload scenarios.
With the N9K-C93240YC-FX2, there’s also a clear focus on compatibility and integration within the broader Cisco ecosystem, like the support for Cisco Tetration Analytics platform and Cisco Network Assurance Engine, which delivers deep visibility and ensures the network is policy-compliant and secure.
The purchase of this switch means investing in a robust, adaptable, and reliable network foundation that scales as demand grows, securing not just today’s operations but also tomorrow’s opportunities. With exceptional throughput, extensive features, future-proof technology, and Cisco’s industry-leading innovation, the Nexus 9300-FX2 is a smart strategic choice for any forward-thinking enterprise.
Cisco Nexus 9300-FX2 series is an extension of Nexus 9300-FX series switches with higher bandwidth capacity. The switches offer a variety of interface options to transparently migrate existing data centers from 1-Gbps, and 10-Gbps speeds to 25- Gbps at the server, and from 10- and 40-Gbps speeds to 50- and 100- Gbps at the aggregation layer. The platforms provide investment protection for customers, delivering large buffers, highly flexible Layer 2 and Layer 3 scalability, and performance to meet the changing needs of virtualized data centers and automated cloud environments.
Quick Specs
Table 1 shows the Quick Specs.
Product Code |
N9K-C93240YC-FX2 |
Ports |
48 x 1/10/25-Gbps and 12 x 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 ports |
Supported speeds |
1/10/25-Gbps on downlinks 40/100-Gbps on uplinks |
CPU |
4 cores |
System memory |
Upto 24 GB |
SSD drive |
128 GB |
System buffer |
40 MB |
Product Details
Table 2 shows Cisco Nexus 9300-FX2 series Platform Switch Features.
– Architectural Flexibility
– Extensive Programmability
– High Scalability, flexibility, and security
– Intelligent Buffer Management
– RDME over Converged Ethernet – RoCE support
– LAN and SAN Convergence
– Hardware and software high availability
– Purpose-built Cisco NX-OS Software operating system with comprehensive, proven innovations
– Cisco Tetration Analytics platform support
– Cisco Network Assurance Engine (NAE)
Compare to Similar Items
Table 2 shows the comparison.
Models |
N9K-C9336C-FX2 |
N9K-C9336C-FX2-E |
N9K-C93240YC-FX2 |
N9K-C93360YC-FX2 |
N9K-C93216TC-FX2= |
Ports |
36 x 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 ports |
36 x 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 ports |
48 x 1/10/25-Gbps and 12 x 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 ports |
96 x 1/10/25-Gbps and 12 x 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 ports |
96 x 100M/1/10GBASE-T ports and 12 x 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 ports |
Supported speeds |
1/10/25/40/100-Gbps Ethernet Breakout supported on all ports, 1-36: 100G, 2x50G NRZ, 40G native, 4×10/25G (10G w/QSA) 1G w/QSA except ports 1-6 and 33-36 |
1/10/25/40/100-Gbps Ethernet Breakout supported on all ports, 1-36: 100G, 2x50G NRZ, 40G native, 4×10/25G (10G w/QSA) 1G w/QSA except ports 1-6 and 33-36 16/32-Gbps Fibre Channel |
1/10/25-Gbps on downlinks 40/100-Gbps on uplinks |
1/10/25-Gbps on downlinks 40/100-Gbps on uplinks Breakout supported ports, 97-108: 4×10/25G |
100M/1/10 Gbps RJ45 downlinks 40/100-Gbps on uplinks Breakout supported ports, 97-108: 4×10/25G |
CPU |
4 cores |
4 cores |
4 cores |
4 cores |
4 cores |
System memory |
24 GB |
24 GB |
Up to 24 GB |
Up to 24 GB |
Up to 24 GB |
SSD drive |
128 GB |
128 GB |
128 GB |
128 GB |
128 GB |
System buffer |
40 MB |
40 MB |
40 MB |
40 MB |
40 MB |
Power supplies |
750W AC*, 1100W AC, 1100W DC, 1100W HVAC/HVDC |
750W AC, 1100W AC, 1100W DC, 1100W HVAC/HVDC** |
750W AC*, 1100W AC, 1100W DC, 1100W HVAC/HVDC |
1200W AC, 1200W HVAC/HVDC |
1200W AC, 1200W HVAC/HVDC |
Typical power (AC) |
337W |
337W |
298W |
404W |
580W |
Maximum power (AC) |
719W |
705W |
708W |
900W |
965W |
Fans |
3 dual fan trays |
6 |
5 |
3 fan trays |
3 fan trays |
Physical dimensions |
1.72 x 17.3 x 24.5 in. (4.4 x 43.9 x 62.3 cm) |
1.72 x 17.3 x 24.7 in. (4.4 x 43.9 x 62.7 cm) |
2.1 x 17.3 x 23.3 in. (5.3 x 43.9 x 59.1 cm) |
3.38 x 17.41 x 24.14in. (8.59 x 44.23 x 61.31 cm) |
3.38 x 17.41 x 23.6 in (8.59 x 44.2 x 59.9 cm) |
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