• Cisco N9K-M12PQ 12-port QSFP uplink module with green LEDs
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Cisco N9K-M12PQ | 12x40G QSFP uplink module | 4x10G breakout per port | hot-swappable

N9K-M12PQ

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Description

High-performance uplink module adding twelve 40G QSFP ports to compatible 9300 fixed switches. Ideal for aggregation or spine uplinks with flexible 4x10G breakouts on each port.

Features

- Adds twelve 40G uplinks to expand aggregation capacity
- Flexible 4x10G breakout on each QSFP port
- Hot-swappable design for operational continuity
- Seamless integration with NX-OS on the host switch
- Optimized for datacenter leaf/spine uplink expansion

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

FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Ports: 12 x QSFP (40G)
- Breakout support: 4x10G per QSFP port with supported breakout cables
- Use case: Adds 40G uplinks to compatible 9300 fixed switches
- Hot-swap support: Yes (online insertion and removal)
- Throughput: Line-rate 40GbE (module dependent on host switch fabric)
- Compatibility: Select 9300-series fixed switches with uplink module slot
- Optics/cables: Supports QSFP 40G SR4/LR4, DAC, and AOC (compatibility dependent)
- Management: Integrated under the host switch’s NX-OS

FAQs

Q: Which switches is this uplink module compatible with?
A: It is designed for select 9300 fixed switches that support the 12-port QSFP uplink module. Check your switch datasheet for module compatibility.

Q: Can the 40G ports be broken out?
A: Yes. Each QSFP port can break out to 4x10G with supported breakout cables.

Q: Is the module hot-swappable?
A: Yes. It supports online insertion and removal to minimize disruption.

Q: Does it require additional licenses?
A: Typically no for basic port enablement; advanced features follow the host switch’s licensing model.

Q: What optics are supported?
A: Common QSFP 40G SR4/LR4 as well as DAC/AOC cables are supported, subject to host switch software and hardware compatibility.

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