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C9606R
Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6 Slot Chassis, need to be config...
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C9606R Overview
C9606R is a high-performance modular chassis switch designed for enterprise networks demanding robust scalability and reliability. It features a flexible architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, ensuring seamless integration into complex network environments while offering advanced power options including redundant power supplies to enhance fault tolerance.
C9606R offers a comprehensive suite of ports including a mix of Ethernet and SFP uplink configurations to meet diverse connectivity requirements. With modular stacking, high switching capacity, and optimized performance, this switch is ideal for critical applications in data centers and large-scale campus networks that require continuous operation and future-proof scalability.
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C9606R Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Chassis
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- Over 48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9606R
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 24 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 4 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- [Modular slot for expansion modules]
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 480 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 960 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9606R Switch
- Height
- 7 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Depth
- 30 inches
- Weight
- 75 lbs
C9606R Use Case
Enterprise Campus Core Deployment with C9606R-Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6 Slot Chassis
In a large multinational enterprise campus, network architects configure the C9606R chassis before order to include dual Supervisor 2T modules, redundant 800W power supplies, and a mix of 10/25/40/100GbE line cards. This pre-order configuration ensures non-stop forwarding, scalable port density, and end-to-end QoS. Benefit: Delivers predictable low-latency performance, high availability, and seamless expansion for up to 5,000 users, driving operational efficiency and future-proof campus growth.
Data Center Border Leaf for Hybrid Cloud Connectivity
A cloud-centric enterprise configures the C9606R chassis before order with high-density 100GbE QSFP28 leaf cards, Supervisor 1S for advanced telemetry, and redundant power in its primary data center. Deployed as a border leaf switch, it aggregates east-west traffic and enables EVPN-VXLAN overlays to Azure, AWS, and private clouds. Benefit: Provides unified policy enforcement, simplified hybrid-cloud network management, and sub-millisecond telemetry insights, ensuring secure, scalable multi-cloud integration.
Service Provider 5G Mobile Backhaul Aggregation
A Tier-1 service provider pre-orders the C9606R chassis with dual Supervisor 2T modules, extended temperature-rated components, and a mix of 10/25/100GbE port modules to aggregate 5G small cell traffic. Deployed at the metro edge, the chassis leverages segment routing, comprehensive AES-256 encryption, and real-time network analytics. Benefit: Guarantees deterministic performance, ultra-low latency, and carrier-grade redundancy for mission-critical mobile backhaul, reducing OPEX and accelerating 5G service rollout.
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Product Comparison Table
 C9606R |  C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A |  C9600-LC-48YL |  C9600-LC-24C | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 30 inches | 25 inches | N/A | N/A |
| 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 | 7 inches | N/A | N/A |
| IOS | IP Services | N/A | 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 | C9606R-48Y24C-BN-A | C9600-LC-48YL | C9600-LC-24C |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | Over 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | [Modular slot for expansion modules] | 6 modular line card slots | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 10G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | N/A |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9606R Switch | Cisco Nexus 9606R-48Y24C-BN-A Aggregation Chassis Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9600 48-Port Line Card | Cisco Catalyst 9600-LC-24C Line Card |
| Product Type | Switch | Chassis Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 4 RU | 4 RU | N/A | N/A |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | N/A | 320 Gbps | N/A |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 960 Gbps | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 40G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 75 lbs | 80 lbs | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 19 inches | 19 inches | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
H
Hassan Nadeem
4
Reliable for enterprise networks.
U
Ulrich Weber
5
Strong build quality.
A
Ammar Siddiqui
3
Performed well under load.
D
David Collins
4
Trusted Cisco platform.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 6 Slot Chassis (SKU: C9606R)?
The C9606R is a high-performance, modular 6-slot chassis designed for enterprise campus core and aggregation deployments.
What are the key features of the C9606R chassis?
The C9606R features six full-width line card slots, dual redundant supervisor engines, up to 19.2 Tbps of system capacity, and hot-swappable power and fan modules.
How many line card slots does the C9606R support?
The chassis supports up to six full-width line card slots for flexible interface scaling and multi-service support.
Which supervisor engines are compatible with the C9606R?
The C9606R is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Supervisor Engines (SUP-1, SUP-2T, SUP-3), enabling advanced telemetry and programmability.