N9K-C93120TX - Cisco Nexus 9000 Series
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Nexus 9300 with 96p 100M/1/10G-T and 6p 40G QSFP N9K-C93120TX
Overview
N9K-C93120TX Overview
Cisco Nexus 93120TX, Managed, L2/L3, 10G Ethernet (100/1000/10000), 40 Gigabit Ethernet, Rack mounting, 2U
N9K-C93120TX is the Nexus 9300 with 96p 100M/1/10G-T and 6p 40G QSFP. The Cisco Nexus 9300 platform consists of fixed-port switches designed for top-of-rack (ToR) and middle-of-row (MoR) deployment in data centers that support enterprise applications, service provider hosting, and cloud computing environments. They are Layer 2 and 3 nonblocking 10 and 40 Gigabit Ethernet switches with up to 2.56 terabits per second (Tbps) of internal bandwidth.
Quick Specs
Product Code | N9K-C93120TX |
Ports | 96 fixed 1/10GBASE-T and 6 QSFP+ ports |
Supported speeds | 100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
40 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports | 6 fixed QSFP+ ports |
Physical (H x W x D) | 3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. (8.9 x 44.5 x 57.1 cm) |
Weight | 26 lb (11.8 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
Product Details
Feature | Benefit |
Predictable high performance | Latency of 1 to 2 microseconds with up to 1.28 Tbps of bandwidth enables customers to build a robust switch fabric scaling from as few as 200 10-Gbps server ports to more than 200,000 10-Gbps server ports. |
Increased integrated buffer space | Up to a total of 50 MB of integrated shared buffer space allows better management of speed mismatch between access and uplink ports. |
Designed for availability | Hot-swappable, redundant power supplies and fan trays increase availability. |
Flexible airflow configuration | Port-side intake and port-side exhaust airflow configurations are both supported. |
CPU, SSD, and memory | Dual-core 2.5-GHz x86 CPUs with 64-GB SSD drive and 16 GB of memory provide enhanced network performance. |
Power efficiency | All Cisco Nexus 9000 Series power supplies are 80 Plus Platinum rated. |
Advanced optics | Cisco offers a pluggable 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ transceiver that enables customers to use existing 10 Gigabit Ethernet data center cabling to support 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. This technology facilitates adoption of 40 Gigabit Ethernet with no cable infrastructure upgrade cost. |
The Accessories
Model | Description |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 6p 40G QSFP | |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 6p 40G QSFP | |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 12p 40G QSFP | |
Uplink Module for Nexus 9300, 4p 100G | |
Nexus 9000 930W DC PS, Port-side Intake | |
Nexus 9000 930W DC PS, Port-side Exhaust | |
Nexus 9300 1200W Universal Power Supply, Bi-directional air flow and Supports AC/HVDC | |
Nexus 93128 & 9396 Fan 2, Port-side Intake | |
Nexus 93128 & 9396 Fan 2, Port-side Exhaust | |
Nexus 2K/3K/9K Single Fan for 1RU switch, port side exhaust airflow | |
Nexus 2K/3K/9K Single Fan for 1RU switch, port side intake airflow | |
Enhanced L3 including full OSPF, EIGRP, BGP for Nexus 9200/9300 Platform |
Compare to Similar Items
Product Code | N9K-C93120TX | |
Ports | 96 fixed 1/10GBASE-T and 6 QSFP+ ports | 96 fixed 1/10GBASE-T ports |
Supported speeds | 100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds | 100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
Physical (H x W x D) | 3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. (8.9 x 44.5 x 57.1 cm) | 5.3 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. |
Weight | 26 lb (11.8 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) | 32.56 lb (14.8 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
Nexus 9300 with 96p 100M/1/10G-T and 6p 40G QSFP
- Managed L2/L3 Web-based management
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 96
- 10G support
- MAC address table: 96000 entries Switching capacity: 2400 Gbit/s
- Access Control List (ACL)
- 2U Rack mounting
Summary Description
Cisco Nexus 93120TX, Managed, L2/L3, 10G Ethernet (100/1000/10000), 40 Gigabit Ethernet, Rack mounting, 2U
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Specification
N9K-C93120TX Specification
N9K-C93120TX Specification | |
Ports | 96 fixed 1/10GBASE-T and 6 QSFP+ ports |
Supported speeds | 100 Megabit Ethernet and 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds |
40 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports | 6 fixed QSFP+ ports |
Advanced QSFP+ optics enable connectivity using existing 10 Gigabit Ethernet fiber. The switch offers 25 MB of additional packet buffer space shared with all ports for more resilient operations. | |
Power supplies (up to 2) | 1200W AC, 930W DC, or 1200W HVAC/HVDC |
Typical power (AC) | 542W |
Maximum power (AC) | 948W |
Input voltage (AC) | 100 to 240V *PSU redundancy is not supported when used in 110V |
Input voltage (HVAC) | 200 to 277V |
Input voltage (DC) | -40V to -72V DC (min-max) -48V to -60V DC (nominal) |
Input voltage (HVDC) | –240 to –380V |
Frequency (AC) | 50 to 60 Hz |
Fans | 2 |
Physical (H x W x D) | 3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in. (8.9 x 44.5 x 57.1 cm) |
RoHS compliance | Yes |
Weight | 26 lb (11.8 kg) (without power supplies, fans, or uplink module) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary port configurations available on the Cisco N9K-C93120TX? +
The N9K-C93120TX is a high-density 1RU fixed-configuration switch designed for data center environments. It provides 96 ports of 100M/1G/10GBASE-T connectivity for flexible copper-based server connections, complemented by 6 uplink ports of 40G QSFP+ interfaces. This combination ensures high bandwidth for both access and aggregation layers.
Does the N9K-C93120TX support Layer 3 routing protocols for data center leaf-spine architectures? +
Yes, this switch is a powerful Layer 3 managed device supporting advanced routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and RIP. It is engineered for modern leaf-spine data center fabrics, offering the low latency and high throughput required for cloud-scale networking environments and demanding virtualization workloads.
What is the primary use case for the 10G-T copper ports on the N9K-C93120TX? +
The 96 10GBASE-T ports are ideal for environments where existing Cat6a or Cat7 cabling infrastructure is already deployed. These ports provide a cost-effective way to transition from legacy 1G to 10G networking without requiring an immediate, expensive overhaul of fiber-optic cabling, making it perfect for standard server racks and high-performance clusters.
How does the N9K-C93120TX handle management and programmability in a software-defined network? +
This Nexus 9300 series switch supports Cisco NX-OS, enabling robust management through CLI, SNMP, and RESTful APIs. It is fully compatible with Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure), allowing for programmatic control and automation, which significantly streamlines configuration, monitoring, and orchestration in complex, dynamic enterprise data center environments.
Is the N9K-C93120TX designed for high-availability deployments? +
Reliability is a core component of this platform. The N9K-C93120TX features redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fan trays to ensure continuous operation. These hardware redundancies, combined with advanced software features like In-Service Software Upgrades (ISSU), minimize downtime during routine maintenance and unexpected component failures in critical production environments.
Can the 40G QSFP+ ports on the N9K-C93120TX be used for breakout connections? +
The six 40G QSFP+ ports provide versatile connectivity options. Depending on your specific software configuration and transceiver choice, these ports can be utilized for high-speed uplinks to the spine layer or broken out to 10G connections, providing significant flexibility when scaling your network topology to accommodate increasing bandwidth demands.
How does the performance of the N9K-C93120TX compare to other Nexus 9300 series switches? +
The N9K-C93120TX is optimized for high-density, copper-based environments, setting it apart from fiber-centric models. It delivers line-rate, non-blocking performance across all 10G-T and 40G ports. By maintaining consistent performance levels under heavy traffic loads, it ensures that your data center throughput remains predictable and reliable for high-performance computing applications.
What licensing model does the N9K-C93120TX follow for advanced features? +
Cisco utilizes a flexible licensing approach for the Nexus 9000 series, typically involving base licenses for standard Layer 2/3 features and additional licenses for advanced capabilities such as ACI mode, VXLAN overlays, or deep telemetry. It is recommended to evaluate your required feature set during deployment to ensure all specific software-defined networking functions are fully enabled.
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