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Cisco N9K-C9232C-ZZ-PE | Nexus 9200 32-Port 100G QSFP28 Switch, 6.4Tbps, Layer 3

N9K-C9232C-ZZ-PE

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Description

The Cisco Nexus 9232C is a high-performance 1RU data center switch delivering 6.4 Tbps of bandwidth across 32 fixed 100G QSFP28 ports with flexible breakout support for 10G, 25G, 40G, and 50G speeds. Designed for spine or leaf deployments, it supports both Cisco NX-OS and ACI modes with native VXLAN EVPN, wire-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, and 30 MB shared buffer for big data and IP storage applications. Ideal for hyperscale cloud, service provider, and enterprise data centers requiring ultra-low latency and programmable fabric capabilities.

Features

Wire-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching on all ports
- Native VXLAN bridging and routing with BGP EVPN control plane
- Support for multitenancy and network segmentation with VRF-Lite
- Comprehensive routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIPv2, PIM-SM, SSM, MSDP
- Advanced security: ACLs, VACLs, MACsec encryption support
- Programmable network automation with NX-API, Python scripting, Bash shell
- Power-On Auto Provisioning (POAP) for zero-touch deployment
- Advanced buffer monitoring and queue management for low-latency applications
- Virtual Port Channel (vPC) for Layer 2 multipathing and redundancy
- Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF) and Stateful Switchover (SSO) for high availability
- Comprehensive QoS policies with 8 egress queues per port
- Real-time telemetry streaming for network analytics and monitoring
- Flexible power supply and fan redundancy (N+1)
- Hot-swappable power supplies and fans for continuous operation
- CloudScale ASIC architecture for future-proof performance and features

Warranty

All products sold by XS Network Tech include a 12-month warranty on both new and used items. Our in-house technical team thoroughly tests used hardware prior to sale to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

32 x 100G QSFP28 ports (fixed)
- Port breakout support: 4x25G, 4x10G, 2x50G, 1x40G per port
- Switching capacity: 6.4 Tbps
- Forwarding rate: 5.1 billion packets per second (bpps)
- System memory: 16 GB
- Storage: 64 GB SSD
- Shared buffer: 30 MB
- CPU: Quad-core processor
- Power supply options: 650W AC, 930W DC, or 1200W HVAC/DC (redundant)
- Typical power consumption: 272W AC
- Management ports: 3 x RJ-45
- Cooling: 4 redundant fans, port-side exhaust airflow (PE model)
- Form factor: 1RU (1.72 x 17.3 x 22.5 inches)
- Operating system: Cisco NX-OS or ACI mode
- Scalability: Up to 256,000 MAC addresses, 256,000 LPM routes, 4,096 VLANs
- Compliance: RoHS compliant

FAQs

Q: What is the difference between port-side exhaust (PE) and port-side intake (PI) airflow models?
A: The N9K-C9232C-ZZ-PE features port-side exhaust airflow where air is drawn from the rear and exhausted through the front ports, while the PI model reverses this direction. Choose PE for hot-aisle/cold-aisle configurations where switches face the cold aisle, and PI when switches face the hot aisle.

Q: Can I use this switch in both NX-OS standalone and Cisco ACI fabric modes?
A: Yes, the Nexus 9232C supports both Cisco NX-OS standalone mode and ACI fabric mode. In NX-OS mode, it operates as a traditional data center switch with comprehensive Layer 2/3 features. In ACI mode, it functions as a spine switch for policy-driven, automated fabric deployments.

Q: What licenses are required for Layer 3 routing and VXLAN features?
A: The base NX-OS software includes comprehensive Layer 2 features. To enable Layer 3 IP unicast and multicast routing, VXLAN, and advanced features, you must install additional Nexus 9000 feature licenses such as the Essentials or Advantage license tier.

Q: What breakout cable options are supported on the 100G QSFP28 ports?
A: Each 100G QSFP28 port can be individually configured for breakout into 4x25G, 4x10G, 2x50G, or 1x40G, providing deployment flexibility for mixed-speed environments. This allows up to 128 x 25G or 128 x 10G ports when all ports are broken out.

Q: Is this switch compatible with existing Nexus 9000 and third-party optics?
A: Yes, the Nexus 9232C supports Cisco qualified QSFP28 100G transceivers and DAC/AOC cables. For compatibility with specific third-party optics, consult the Cisco Nexus transceiver compatibility matrix or contact your Cisco account team for validation.

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