Cisco Nexus N9K‑X97160YC‑EX 48×1/10/25G SFP28 + 4×40/100G QSFP28 Line Card

Description

The Cisco Nexus N9K‑X97160YC‑EX is a high‑performance cloud‑scale expansion module designed for the Cisco Nexus 9500 series modular switches. This line card delivers 48 ports of 1/10/25 Gbps via SFP28 and 4 uplink ports capable of 40 Gbps or 100 Gbps via QSFP28, offering flexible and scalable connectivity for modern data center and enterprise networks. It is engineered to support demanding workloads, including leaf‑spine fabrics, virtualization, and multi‑tenant environments.

Built on Cisco’s advanced architecture and NX‑OS software support, the N9K‑X97160YC‑EX supports key networking protocols and features such as VXLAN for overlay segmentation, advanced QoS, and comprehensive Layer 2/3 services. Its high port density and mixed‑speed interfaces enable optimized traffic flows, server connectivity, and uplink aggregation within large‑scale deployments.

This module is ideal for use in data centers, campus cores, and cloud infrastructures where high throughput, low latency, and operational flexibility are required. It is hot‑swappable and integrates seamlessly into the Nexus 9500 chassis, providing a reliable foundation for scalable network growth.

Key Features:

• 48 × 1/10/25 Gbps SFP28 Ports: Flexible access speeds for server and aggregation connectivity.

• 4 × 40/100 Gbps QSFP28 Uplinks: High‑speed aggregation and interconnect options.

• Cloud‑Scale Performance: Capable of handling dense, high‑throughput environments with advanced NX‑OS features.

• Advanced Networking Support: Includes VXLAN, scalable VLAN/VRF capacity, and robust routing capabilities.

• Modular and Hot‑Swappable: Designed for easy installation and maintenance in Nexus 9500 chassis.