N9K-C93180YC-FX Cisco Nexus 9300 Switch 48x10/25G SFP+ & 6x100GB Ports
N9K-C93180YC-FX - Cisco Nexus 9300 Switch 48x10/25G SFP+ & 6x100G Ports
High-Density, Low-Latency 10/25G/100G Data Center Switch
The Cisco Nexus 93180YC-FX Data Center Switch (N9K-C93180YC-FX) is a high-performance, low-latency 25G/100G Ethernet switch designed for modern enterprise and cloud-scale data center fabrics. As part of the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series, this compact 1RU fixed switch delivers exceptional flexibility, scalability, and wire-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching for demanding workloads.
The switch provides 48 SFP+ downlink ports supporting 1G, 10G, and 25G speeds, along with 6 QSFP28 uplink ports supporting 40G and 100G connectivity. Flexible breakout options - including 4×10G and 4×25G - enable seamless migration from legacy 10G environments to high-density 25G server connectivity. With a massive 3.6 Tbps switching capacity, 2.6 Bpps forwarding rate, and sub-microsecond cut-through latency, the Nexus 93180YC-FX ensures consistent line-rate performance for latency-sensitive applications.
Powered by a quad-core x86 processor, 16 GB of DRAM, and 64 GB SSD storage, the switch runs Cisco NX-OS and supports advanced data center features such as VXLAN with EVPN, microsegmentation, BGP, OSPF, PIM, and advanced QoS. Built-in support for model-driven telemetry, Python and REST APIs, and automation tools like Ansible and Puppet simplifies operations and enables scalable, programmable network fabrics.
Designed for high availability, the Nexus 93180YC-FX includes dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies, redundant fans, and efficient front-to-back airflow, making it ideal for Top-of-Rack (ToR), leaf, or spine roles in spine-leaf architectures. Its versatility also makes it suitable for enterprise core or aggregation deployments requiring multi-speed Ethernet and robust routing capabilities.
Product Specifications – Cisco Nexus 93180YC-FX Data Center Switch (N9K-C93180YC-FX)
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| Category | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 93180YC-FX |
| Model Number | N9K-C93180YC-FX |
| Product Series | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series |
| Product Type | Fixed-Configuration Data Center Switch |
| Target Deployment | Cloud-Scale & Enterprise Data Centers |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mountable |
| Rack Height | 1 Rack Unit (1RU) |
| Downlink Ports | 48 × SFP+ Ports |
| Downlink Speed Support | 1G / 10G / 25G |
| Uplink Ports | 6 × QSFP28 |
| Uplink Speed Support | 40G / 100G |
| Breakout Support | 4×10G, 4×25G (QSFP28) |
| Switching Capacity | 3.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2.6 Billion Packets per Second (Bpps) |
| Latency | Sub-Microsecond (Cut-Through Switching) |
| MAC Address Table | 288,000 Entries |
| IPv4 Routing Scale | Up to 208,000 Routes (FIB) |
| IPv6 Routing Scale | Up to 104,000 Routes (FIB) |
| Processor | Quad-Core x86 CPU |
| System Memory (DRAM) | 16 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB SSD |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Overlay Networking | VXLAN with EVPN |
| Layer 2 Features | VLAN, vPC, STP |
| Layer 3 Features | BGP, OSPF, PIM |
| MPLS Support | Limited (platform dependent) |
| Quality of Service (QoS) | Advanced QoS, Traffic Classification |
| Security Features | ACLs, Control Plane Policing (CoPP) |
| Segmentation | Microsegmentation via VXLAN/EVPN |
| Telemetry & Visibility | Model-Driven Streaming Telemetry |
| Programmability | Python, Bash, REST APIs |
| Automation Tools | Puppet, Ansible |
| Power Supplies | Dual Redundant, Hot-Swappable |
| Power Options | AC or DC |
| Typical Power Consumption | ~300 W (Configuration Dependent) |
| Cooling System | Redundant Hot-Swappable Fans |
| Airflow Direction | Front-to-Back |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (Non-Condensing) |
| High Availability | Redundant Power & Fans |
| Fabric Role | Leaf or Spine |
| Use Case – ToR | High-Performance Top-of-Rack Switching |
| Use Case – Fabric | Spine-Leaf Data Center Architecture |
| Use Case – Enterprise | Core / Aggregation Switching |
| Package Contents | Switch Chassis (Optics, Cables Sold Separately) |
FAQs for N9K-C93180YC-FX:
Can the 100G ports be split into 4x25G?
Yes, each 100G QSFP28 port supports breakout into 4x25G or 4x10G using breakout cables.
Is this model compatible with ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure)?
Yes, it supports both NX-OS and ACI mode with the appropriate configuration.
What optics are supported on this switch?
Supports a wide range of Cisco-qualified SFP+, SFP28, and QSFP28 optics for 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G connectivity.
Is this switch suitable for high-frequency trading environments?
Yes, it offers sub-microsecond latency ideal for low-latency environments.
Does it support VXLAN with BGP EVPN?
Yes, full VXLAN support with BGP EVPN control plane is included in NX-OS software.
