Product Summary
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93180YC-EX is a compact, high-density 1RU switch equipped with 48 ports of 10/25G SFP+ and 6 ports of 40/100G QSFP28. Designed for cloud-scale data centers and enterprise networks, this switch supports flexible configurations and seamless integration with Cisco ACI or standalone NX-OS environments. Ideal for top-of-rack (ToR) deployment, it delivers high performance, programmability, and low latency.
Product Details
| Feature | Description |
| Product Code | N9K-C93180YC-EX |
| Port Configuration | 48 x 10/25G SFP+, 6 x 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Switching Capacity | 3.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2.6 Bpps |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Software Support | Cisco NX-OS, ACI Mode |
| Use Case | ToR, Leaf switch in spine-leaf architectures |
| Deployment Type | Data Center, Cloud-scale, Enterprise Core/Access |
Key Features
48 SFP+ ports supporting 10G/25G for flexible access-layer deployments
6 QSFP28 uplinks for 40G/100G backbone connectivity
Compact 1RU design ideal for ToR installation
Wire-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 performance
Seamless support for Cisco ACI and NX-OS standalone modes
Advanced telemetry, programmability with APIs, and automation features
Energy-efficient design with high MTBF
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Total Ports | 54 (48 x 10/25G + 6 x 40/100G) |
| Switching Capacity | 3.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2.6 Bpps |
| Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 22.5 inches |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant (AC/DC) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Weight | Approx. 18.5 lbs (8.4 kg) |
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Ports Configuration | Switching Capacity | Use Case |
| N9K-C93180YC-EX | 48 x 10/25G + 6 x 40/100G | 3.6 Tbps | ToR / Leaf switch |
| N9K-C93360YC-FX2 | 64 x 25G + 8 x 100G | 6.4 Tbps | Higher-density leaf/spine |
| N9K-C93108TC-EX | 48 x 1G/10G + 6 x 100G | 2.6 Tbps | Mixed copper/fiber access layer |
