Cisco C9610-SSD-960G-V1 | 960GB SSD Storage Module for C9610 Chassis

Q: What is the C9610-SSD-960G-V1 used for?
A: This 960GB SSD module provides local storage for container-based application hosting, packet captures, OS trace logs, and configuration snapshots on Cisco C9610 Series modular switches. It enables on-device hosting of third-party applications, network monitoring agents, and automation tools.

Q: Is the SSD module hot-swappable?
A: Yes, the C9610-SSD-960G-V1 is a hot-swappable field replaceable unit. You can safely remove or install the module without powering down the system by pressing the hot-swap eject button on the supervisor engine front panel.

Q: Which Cisco switches are compatible with this SSD module?
A: The C9610-SSD-960G-V1 is compatible with Cisco C9610 Series 10-slot chassis supervisor engines, including the C9610-SUP-3 and C9610-SUP-3XL modules. The SSD mounts into a dedicated slot on the supervisor engine front panel.

Q: Should I install SSD modules on both supervisors in a redundant configuration?
A: Yes, Cisco recommends installing matching SSD modules on both the active and redundant supervisors to maintain consistent storage availability during supervisor failover. It is also recommended to use the same storage capacity on both modules.

Q: Can the SSD be used to store third-party applications?
A: Yes, unlike internal flash storage, the SATA SSD supports EXT2 and EXT4 file systems, making it suitable for hosting third-party applications, containers, and scripts directly on the switch. This enables advanced network automation, monitoring, and application integration.