C9606R - Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches
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C9606R Overview
Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6 Slot Chassis, need to be configured before order C9606R
Overview
C9606R Overview
Cisco C9606R=, 90 - 264 V, 47 - 63 Hz, -5 - 45 °C, -40 - 75 °C, 10 - 95%, -60 - 3000 m
The Cisco Catalyst C9606R chassis is hardware ready to support a wired switching capacity of up to 25.6 Tbps, with up to 6.4 Tbps of bandwidth per slot.
Quick Spec
Model | C9606R |
Total number of slots | 6 |
Line-card slots | 4 |
Supervisor engine slots | 2 |
Dedicated supervisor engine slot numbers | 3 and 4 |
Supervisor engine redundancy | Yes |
Supervisor engines supported | C9600-SUP-1 |
Maximum bandwidth scalability per line-card slot | 6.4 Tbps (Hardware ready) 2.4 Tbps (With C9600-SUP-1) |
Number of power supply bays | 4 |
Minimum number of power supplies | 2 (Fully loaded 9606R chassis, Minimum 3 power supplies required if input voltage is 110V) |
Power supplies supported | 2000W AC, 2000W DC |
Number of fan-tray bays | 1 |
Product Details
Figure 1 shows the front view of C9606R.
Note:
① | Fan tray assembly |
② | Power switches |
③ | Power Supply modules |
④ | Power switches |
⑤ | Line card slots |
⑥ | Supervisor Module slots |
⑦ | Line card slots |
The Options
Product number | Description |
C9600-SUP-1 | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Supervisor 1 Module |
C9600-SUP-1/2 | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Redundant Supervisor 1 Module |
C9600-LC-48YL | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 48-Port 25GE/10GE/1GE |
C9600-LC-24C | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 24-Port 40GE/12-Port 100GE |
C9606-FAN | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series C9606 Chassis Fan Tray |
C9K-F2-SSD-240GB | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 240GB SSD Storage |
C9K-F2-SSD-480GB | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 480GB SSD Storage |
C9K-F2-SSD-960GB | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 960GB SSD Storage |
Cisco DNA term licenses | Description |
C9600-DNA-A | C9600 Cisco DNA Advantage Term License |
C9600-DNA-A-3Y | C9600 Cisco DNA Advantage 3 Year License |
C9600-DNA-A-5Y | C9600 Cisco DNA Advantage 5 Year License |
C9600-DNA-A-7Y | C9600 Cisco DNA Advantage 7 Year License |
C9600-DNA-P | C9600 Cisco DNA Premier License |
C9600-DNA-P-3Y | C9600 Cisco DNA Premier 3 Year Term License |
C9600-DNA-P-5Y | C9600 Cisco DNA Premier 5 Year Term License |
C9600-DNA-P-7Y | C9600 Cisco DNA Premier 7 Year Term License |
CAT-DNA-P-ADD | Cisco DNA Premier Catalyst Add-on |
CAT-DNA-P-ADD-3Y | Cisco DNA Premier Catalyst Add-on, 3 Year Term License |
CAT-DNA-P-ADD-5Y | Cisco DNA Premier Catalyst Add-on, 5 Year Term License |
CAT-DNA-P-ADD-7Y | Cisco DNA Premier Catalyst Add-on, 7 Year Term License |
Power supplies | Description |
C9600-PWR-2KWAC | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 2000W AC Power Supply |
C9600-PWR-2KWDC | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 2000W DC Power Supply |
Spare accessories and kits | Description |
C9606-SLOT-BLANK | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Blank for Chassis Module Slot |
C9606-PWR-BLANK | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Blank for Chassis Power Supply Slot |
CAB-CONSOLE-USB | Console Cable 6ft with USB Type A and mini-B |
CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 | Console Cable 6ft with RJ45 and DB9F |
C9606-RACK-KIT= | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6 slot chassis Rack Mount |
C9606-ACC-KIT= | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6 slot chassis Accessory Kit |
C9606-SHELF-KIT= | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6 slot chassis Shelf Install Kit |
C9606-FB-23-KIT= | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6 slot chassis Front to Back Kit |
Compare to Similar Item
SKU | C9404R | C9606R |
Series | Catalyst 9400 | Catalyst 9600 |
Total number of slots | 4 | 6 |
Line-card slots | 2 | 4 |
Supervisor engine slots | 2 | 2 |
Dedicated supervisor engine slot numbers | 2 and 3 | 3 and 4 |
Maximum Bandwidth scalability per line-card slot | Up to 480 Gbps on all slots | 6.4 Tbps (Hardware ready) 2.4 Tbps (With C9600-SUP-1) |
Catalyst 9606R Chassis
- Rack mounting 8U
- Mean time between failures (MTBF): 4113900 h
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Summary Description
Cisco C9606R, 90 - 264 V, 47 - 63 Hz, -5 - 45 °C, -40 - 75 °C, 10 - 95%, -60 - 3000 m
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Specification
C9606R Specification
C9606R Specification | |
Total number of slots | 6 |
Line-card slots | 4 |
Supervisor engine slots | 2 |
Dedicated supervisor engine slot numbers | 3 and 4 |
Supervisor engine redundancy | Yes |
Supervisor engines supported | C9600-SUP-1 |
Maximum bandwidth scalability per line-card slot | 6.4 Tbps (Hardware ready) 2.4 Tbps (With C9600-SUP-1) |
Number of power supply bays | 4 |
Minimum number of power supplies | 2 (Fully loaded 9606R chassis, Minimum 3 power supplies required if input voltage is 110V) |
Power supplies supported | 2000W AC, 2000W DC |
Number of fan-tray bays | 1 |
Dimensions | 35.43 x 44.2 x 40.9 cm 13.95 x 17.4 x 16.1 in. |
Rack Units (RU) | 8 |
Input voltage | AC: 90V to 264V, 47 to 63 Hz AC DC: -40V to -72V |
Operating temperature | -5° to 45° C (23° to 113° F) up to 6000 feet -5° to 40° C (23° to 104° F) up to 10,000 feet |
Storage temperature | -40° to 75° C (40° to 167° F) |
Relative humidity, operating and nonoperating, noncondensing | 10% to 95%, noncondensing |
Altitude | -60 to 3000 m (-197 to 9843 feet) |
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) (hours) | C9606R chassis: 4,113,900 C9606 fan tray: 452,570 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series C9606R chassis? +
The C9606R is a high-performance, modular core switch chassis designed for enterprise-grade campus deployments. It provides the foundation for building scalable, high-density networks that require advanced security, IoT integration, and cloud-readiness, serving as the central hub for mission-critical connectivity within the Catalyst 9600 ecosystem.
How many slots are available in the C9606R chassis for line cards and supervisors? +
The Cisco C9606R features a six-slot architecture. Users must allocate these slots carefully between supervisor engines and line cards, depending on the required redundancy level and port density. This modularity allows network architects to scale their infrastructure dynamically as bandwidth and throughput requirements grow over time.
Does the C9606R chassis support redundant supervisor engines? +
Yes, the C9606R architecture is designed to support dual, redundant supervisor engines to ensure high availability. By installing a secondary supervisor, you can achieve hitless failover, which is essential for maintaining constant uptime in core network environments where downtime is not an option.
What type of power supply redundancy does the C9606R support? +
This modular chassis supports multiple power supply units to provide N+1 or N+N redundancy. It is engineered to handle the high power demands of modern high-density line cards, ensuring that your core switching fabric remains operational even if an individual power module experiences a failure.
Are there specific configuration requirements I need to consider before ordering the C9606R? +
Since the C9606R is a base chassis, it must be configured with specific supervisor engines, line cards, power supplies, and fan trays before it can be deployed. Proper planning of your interface requirements and throughput needs is necessary to ensure the hardware components are fully compatible and meet your network specifications.
Is the C9606R chassis compatible with Cisco DNA Center? +
The C9606R is designed for integration with Cisco DNA Center, enabling software-defined access and centralized automation. This compatibility allows IT teams to streamline management, enforce security policies consistently across the fabric, and gain deep visibility into network health from a single pane of glass.
What kind of cooling system does the C9606R use for heat management? +
The C9606R utilizes a modular, hot-swappable fan tray system designed for front-to-back airflow. This efficient thermal management ensures that the chassis maintains optimal operating temperatures, even when populated with high-performance line cards that generate significant heat during sustained heavy traffic loads.
How does the C9606R handle high-bandwidth enterprise traffic? +
The chassis is engineered for massive throughput, supporting high-speed uplink and downlink interfaces through its modular line cards. Its architecture is built to support multigigabit performance and dense 40G/100G connectivity, making it an ideal choice for core and aggregation layers in high-traffic campus environments.
Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my C9606R purchase? +
BuyRouterSwitch.com provides dedicated procurement expertise for complex modular hardware like the C9606R. We specialize in helping IT teams source the exact configuration needed for their specific network architecture, ensuring you receive the correct chassis components to avoid costly integration delays and procurement errors.
Can BuyRouterSwitch.com provide a bulk quote for multiple C9606R chassis units? +
Absolutely. For organizations planning a multi-site rollout or a major data center refresh involving several C9606R units, we offer competitive bulk quoting services. Contact our sales department to discuss your project requirements and receive a tailored pricing proposal optimized for your infrastructure investment.
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