• Cisco N9K-X96136YC-R 100G QSFP28 switch module
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Cisco N9K-X96136YC-R | Nexus 9500 R-Series 48-Port Multi-Rate Line Card, 1.2 Tbps, MACsec

N9K-X96136YC-R

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Description

The Cisco N9K-X96136YC-R is a high-density R-Series line card designed for the Nexus 9500 modular chassis, delivering multi-rate connectivity from 1GbE to 100GbE with built-in MACsec encryption. Featuring 16 SFP ports for 1/10GbE, 32 SFP28 ports for 1/10/25GbE, and 4 QSFP28 ports for 40/100GbE uplinks, it provides 1.2 Tbps switching capacity per slot with wire-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding. Ideal for data center aggregation, high-performance server connectivity, and secure fabric deployments requiring encrypted links.

Features

Multi-rate support: 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE, and 100GbE on a single line card
- Hardware-based MACsec encryption for secure data transmission
- Cut-through forwarding architecture for consistent low-latency performance
- Wire-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with full line-rate forwarding
- 4 GB packet buffer for enhanced performance under congestion
- Support for up to 1000 port channels and 256 ECMP routes
- 32 active SPAN sessions for comprehensive network monitoring
- Robust VLAN support for large-scale virtual network segmentation
- Dual operating mode support: Cisco NX-OS and ACI fabric mode
- High availability with fabric module redundancy options
- Hot-swappable design for minimal service disruption
- Energy-efficient design with 100,000-hour MTBF rating

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

Port Configuration: 16x 1/10G SFP, 32x 1/10/25G SFP28, 4x 40/100G QSFP28
- Switching Capacity: 1.2 Tbps per line card slot
- Packet Buffer: 4 GB
- Security: MACsec hardware encryption support
- Forwarding Architecture: Cut-through ASIC for low-latency switching
- Performance: Wire-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching across all port speeds
- Compatible Chassis: Cisco Nexus 9504, 9508 modular switches
- Fabric Module Support: Requires R-Series or R2-Series fabric modules
- Supervisor Module: N9K-SUP-B or N9K-SUP-B+
- Operating System: Cisco NX-OS version 7.0(11) or later, ACI mode supported
- MTBF: 100,000 hours
- Weight: Approximately 6.4 lb (2.9 kg)

FAQs

Q: What chassis models are compatible with the N9K-X96136YC-R line card?
A: The N9K-X96136YC-R is compatible with Cisco Nexus 9504 and 9508 modular chassis. It requires R-Series or R2-Series fabric modules and works with N9K-SUP-B or N9K-SUP-B+ supervisor modules.

Q: What is the difference between the SFP and SFP28 ports on this line card?
A: The 16 SFP ports support 1GbE and 10GbE speeds, while the 32 SFP28 ports support 1GbE, 10GbE, and 25GbE. The QSFP28 uplink ports support 40GbE and 100GbE for high-speed fabric connectivity.

Q: Does this line card support MACsec encryption?
A: Yes, the N9K-X96136YC-R includes hardware-based MACsec encryption support, making it ideal for deployments requiring secure, encrypted links between switches, routers, and servers at wire speed.

Q: What is the total switching capacity and how many fabric modules are required?
A: The line card delivers 1.2 Tbps of switching capacity. For maximum bandwidth, six R-Series fabric modules are required. It also supports NX-OS and ACI operating modes.

Q: Can this line card be used for both data center access and aggregation layers?
A: Yes, with its flexible mix of 1G, 10G, 25G access ports and 40/100G uplinks, the N9K-X96136YC-R is well-suited for both server access connectivity and aggregation layer deployments in modern data centers.

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