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N9K-C92160YC-X
Cisco N9K-C92160YC-X N9200 48-Port 25 Gigabit Switch, 4x40G...
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N9K-C92160YC-X is a fixed-configuration data center switch with 48 fiber downlinks supporting individually selected 1G, 10G or 25G speeds. Integrated QSFP uplinks provide six 40G connections, four 100G connections or a mixed configuration; the default configuration combines two 100G connections with four 40G connections. The base NX-OS configuration provides Layer 2+ operation without endpoint PoE. This Nexus 9200 member occupies one rack unit and connects servers rather than powered copper endpoints. The discontinued N9K-C92300YC differs by carrying 18 100G-capable uplinks. Specify the uplink operating mode against the required distribution connections rather than treating all six cages as independently available 100G interfaces.
N9K-C92160YC-X price for new stock is $5,244.75. N9K-C92160YC-X refurb price is $432.18. N9K-C92160YC-X is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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3200 Gbps switching capacity provides the forwarding fabric for concurrent server and uplink traffic. Over 2500 Mpps forwarding performance supplies a separate packet-processing measure for packet-rate sizing. 475W maximum AC input draw sets the electrical allowance; typical draw differs between 10G and 25G operation. Static routing supports manually maintained next-hop paths, while HSRP is available without an additional feature license. N9K-C92160YC-X carries 16 GB of DRAM for its control-plane processes and a two-core CPU. The 92000-entry MAC table accommodates switched endpoint learning, while the default routing allocation provides 6000 longest-prefix-match routes; IP host entries have a separate allocation. Cisco Cloud Scale forwarding silicon handles the data path. NX-API supports programmatic management using JSON or XML over HTTP or HTTPS, allowing automation tools to submit operations without replacing the switch's NX-OS configuration model.
ORM Systems supplies N9K-C92160YC-X new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with optics bay recognition checked, firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. New units carry up to 3-year extended ORM warranty, certified refurbished units carry up to 1 year, and every condition includes 30-day returns with terms applying. Cisco hardware warranty and service ended March 31, 2026, so the order carries ORM's applicable warranty rather than renewed Cisco coverage. Specify condition and quantity on the PO for enterprise and volume purchases; POs are accepted, government orders qualify for Net-30, and regional stock/RMA covers the UK, EU, US and MEA with advance replacement.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 48 x 25G, 4 x 40G, 2 x 100G |
Max Power Draw | 475W |
Cooling | 4 fans: NXA-FAN-30CFM-F or NXA-FAN-30CFM-B |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended March 31, 2026 |
In a hyperscale cloud environment supporting thousands of VMs, the N9K-C92160YC-X delivers 48×10G SFP+ leaf-to-host connections and 6×40G or 4×100G uplinks to the spine. This architecture ensures sub-microsecond latency, non-blocking bandwidth, and seamless horizontal scaling. Benefit: Maximized east-west traffic throughput and predictable performance for multi-tenant workloads.
Large enterprises migrating to SD-Access require a resilient campus core switch. The N9K-C92160YC-X provides 48×10G SFP+ access ports for wired/wireless aggregation plus 40G/100G uplinks to the data center. Outcome: Simplified network segmentation, high-availability fabric, and 10× capacity growth without forklift upgrades.
AI/ML training clusters and HPC nodes demand ultra-low latency and high throughput. Deploying the N9K-C92160YC-X at leaf aggregation enables native RDMA-over-Converged-Ethernet and lossless fabric over 40G/100G links. Benefit: Up to 2× faster model convergence, reduced I/O bottlenecks, and optimized GPU-to-GPU data exchange.
When several server groups are consolidated behind one access switch, burst behavior needs review alongside interface speed. A 20 MB shared system buffer serves the forwarding resources rather than providing a dedicated allocation to each endpoint. Assess traffic bursts and queue requirements before specifying the consolidated port plan on the PO.
When equipment is staged before installation, the single RS-232 console port provides the initial configuration connection, and the single USB port supports saving or loading configurations. Prepare the management addressing and configuration files before shipment to the rack location, and specify the required staging configuration before the PO.
Active Cisco hardware support
Cisco support for N9K-C92160YC-X ended March 31, 2026. A purchase requiring an active Cisco hardware support contract must exclude this discontinued model.
Copper RJ-45 server access
N9K-C92160YC-X provides fiber server downlinks, not RJ-45 access ports. Its RJ-45 management connection does not replace a copper interface for connecting production server endpoints.
Six simultaneous 100G uplinks
N9K-C92160YC-X supports four 100G uplinks, not six. Its six-cage configuration supports six 40G connections or specified mixed-speed arrangements, so six simultaneous 100G connections exceed its limit.
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| N9K-C92160YC-X |  N9K-C9332C |  N9K-C92304QC |  N9K-C93180YC-FX |  N9K-C9272Q | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 571 mm. | 581 mm | 571 mm. | 571 mm | 623 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 25 Gigabit Ethernet | 100 Gigabit Ethernet | 40 Gigabit Ethernet | 25 Gigabit Ethernet | 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Desktop | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 2U |
| Height | 44 mm | 44 mm | 89 mm | 44 mm | 89 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N9K-C92160YC-X | N9K-C9332C | N9K-C92304QC | N9K-C93180YC-FX | N9K-C9272Q |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Power Consumption | 475W | 700W | 720W | 425W | 975W |
| Switching Capacity | 3200 Gbps | 6400 Gbps | 6100 Gbps | 3600 Gbps | 5760 Gbps |
| Width | 439 mm | 439 mm | 445 mm | 440 mm | 442 mm |
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Reviewed on the 25 February 2018
Fixed 48x10G and 6x40G OR 4x100G ports delivered high-speed connectivity efficiently.
Reviewed on the 31 October 2022
Handles heavy traffic loads with predictable performance.
Reviewed on the 10 January 2025
Professional-grade Cisco 9K switch with excellent reliability.
Reviewed on the 18 February 2025
Easy to manage and integrate with existing network.
Reviewed on the 29 April 2026
Stable and enterprise-ready high-performance solution.
N9K-C92160YC-X identifies a Cisco Nexus 9000 fixed-configuration switch: N9K is the Nexus 9000 prefix, and C92160YC-X is the complete hardware model identifier. The configuration provides 48 fiber downlinks supporting 1G, 10G and 25G, with six 40G uplinks or four 100G uplinks. The hardware PID does not include an advanced routing license.
N9K-C92160YC-X is managed through the NX-OS CLI using a local serial console or remote SSH or Telnet, with NX-API providing programmatic access over HTTP or HTTPS. RJ-45 and SFP management connections support network management. Initial console configuration establishes the management address before remote administration is used.
Yes, N9K-C92160YC-X is discontinued, and Cisco support ended March 31, 2026. Cisco ended sales on March 5, 2021, software maintenance on March 5, 2022, and vulnerability support on March 4, 2024. Reseller availability does not restart these milestones or restore Cisco service eligibility for the hardware.
ORM Systems offers N9K-C92160YC-X new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for refurbished units. Returns are 30 days for every condition; terms apply. Cisco's original 1-year limited hardware warranty and service ended March 31, 2026.
NXOS-AD-XF is the perpetual NX-OS Advantage licensing path for N9K-C92160YC-X. Existing deployments may instead carry the legacy N93-LAN1K9 Enterprise Services license or a perpetual Essentials entitlement; those legacy licenses are no longer sold. Base NX-OS functionality remains separate from these optional licenses, so hardware condition alone does not establish advanced-feature entitlement.
No, the N9200 base configuration does not include the advanced dynamic routing entitlement; static routes and HSRP are available without an additional license. N9K-C92160YC-X can support OSPF, BGP, EIGRP and IS-IS through appropriate optional licensing. Specify the required routing features and entitlement separately rather than assuming the hardware PID includes them.
No, N9K-C92160YC-X supports four 100G uplinks, not six simultaneous 100G connections. The six QSFP cages support six 40G connections, four 100G connections, or two 100G connections alongside four 40G connections. Select the operating mode before assigning uplink interfaces and purchasing the corresponding connection components for the deployment.
N9K-C92160YC-X accepts NXA-PAC-650W-PI or NXA-PAC-650W-PE AC supplies, N9K-PUV-1200W HVAC/HVDC supplies, and supported DC alternatives including UCSC-PSU-930WDC and UCS-PSU-6332-DC. Two installed supplies must use the same input technology. Power supplies and cooling modules must share the airflow direction, so specify the installed power configuration before ordering a spare.
N9K-C92300YC has 18 100G-capable uplinks, whereas N9K-C92160YC-X has six uplink cages with four supporting 100G operation. Both provide 48 downlinks supporting 1G, 10G and 25G. Both models are discontinued; the former addresses existing installations needing greater uplink density, while the latter matches installations using the smaller uplink configuration.
Certified refurbished N9K-C92160YC-X units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on, POST, clean boot and every port linking at rated speed. Testing also verifies optics bay recognition, PSU status and fan status. Firmware is verified, and the configuration is wiped to factory default before the managed unit is supplied.
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