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C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A Overview
C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A is a high-performance modular switch chassis engineered for data centers that demand scalable, resilient, and high-throughput network solutions. Built with a robust, modular architecture, it accommodates flexible line card configurations, redundant power supply options, and advanced cooling to ensure continuous operation in mission-critical environments.
C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A delivers extensive port options with 48 configurable Ethernet ports and 24 dedicated downlink ports, enabling diverse uplink configurations and stacking capabilities. Its design is optimized for both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations, offering exceptional performance and scalability for use cases ranging from enterprise core networks to cloud infrastructures.
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C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A Specifications
- Product Type
- Chassis Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Chassis
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A
- Uplink Configuration
- 40G
- IOS
- N/A
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 24 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 4 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 6 modular line card slots
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- N/A
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Nexus 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A Aggregation Chassis Switch
- Height
- 7 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Depth
- 25 inches
- Weight
- 80 lbs
C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A Use Case
Campus Core Fabric Automation with Cisco Catalyst 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A and DNA Advantage
In a multinational enterprise campus supporting 50,000 Wi-Fi 6 and wired endpoints, the Cisco Catalyst 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A with DNA Advantage license enables SD-Access fabric automation, policy-based microsegmentation and zero-touch provisioning. Outcome: 60% faster network rollouts, 40% lower operational expenses and consistent security posture across all buildings.
High-Density Data Center Interconnect for Low-Latency Routing
A global financial services firm uses the Catalyst 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A chassis with dual XLC line cards to aggregate 100G links between two Tier 1 data centers. By leveraging advanced Layer 3 routing and granular QoS in Cisco DNA-A, they achieve sub-10 µs latency, 99.999% uptime and seamless failover. Outcome: deterministic performance for critical trading applications and reduced cross-site recovery times.
Secure IoT and Industrial Automation at Scale
An automotive manufacturing plant deploys the Catalyst 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A with DNA Advantage to connect 10,000+ robots, sensors and PLCs over a converged fabric. Integrated telemetry, encrypted segmentation and automated threat containment ensure real-time visibility and compliance with industry-4.0 standards. Outcome: proactive anomaly detection, 30% reduction in unplanned downtime and streamlined audit readiness.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A |  C9600-LC-24C |  C9600-LC-48YL |  C9606R | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 25 inches | N/A | N/A | 30 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Chassis | Chassis | Chassis | Chassis |
| Height | 7 inches | N/A | N/A | 7 inches |
| IOS | N/A | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A | C9600-LC-24C | C9600-LC-48YL | C9606R |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Over 48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 6 modular line card slots | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 10G SFP uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports | [Modular slot for expansion modules] |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | N/A | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A Aggregation Chassis Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9600-LC-24C Line Card | Cisco Catalyst 9600 48-Port Line Card | Cisco Catalyst 9606R Switch |
| Product Type | Chassis Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 4 RU | N/A | N/A | 4 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | N/A | N/A | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | N/A | 960 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 80 lbs | N/A | N/A | 75 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | N/A | N/A | 19 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Saif Ullah
5
Excellent performance in core network.
R
Risto Laaksonen
5
Scalable and reliable.
A
Adnan Bashir
5
Cisco quality hardware.
G
George Bennett
5
Ideal for data center deployments.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco Catalyst 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A?
The Catalyst 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A is a Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6-slot modular core switch bundled with one supervisor engine, two line-card slots preconfigured for 48×1/10 GbE and 24×25 GbE ports, and a DNA Advantage license.
Which key components ship with the C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A?
It includes the 6-slot Catalyst 9606R chassis, one Supervisor Engine (C9600-SUP), two 48×1/10 GbE + 24×25 GbE line cards, a DNA Advantage perpetual license, power supplies, and fan modules.
How many expansion slots does the Catalyst 9606R support?
The Catalyst 9606R chassis provides six full-height slots for any combination of Supervisor Engines, line cards, uplink modules, or services modules.
What supervisor engine is preinstalled on this SKU?
This SKU ships with one Cisco Catalyst 9600 Supervisor Engine featuring 2× 400 GbE uplinks, full BGP/OSPF support, and hardware-accelerated segmentation.