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N9K-C92160YC-X Overview

N9K-C92160YC-X is a high-performance, 1RU rack-mount switch built on a fixed-architecture design that delivers robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking capabilities for data center environments. It features versatile power options with redundant power supply support and a broad portfolio of connectivity ports that ensure high throughput and architectural flexibility.

N9K-C92160YC-X supports advanced stacking and scalability features that help extend network capacity without compromising performance, making it ideal for mission-critical applications such as cloud data centers, high-frequency trading environments, and large-scale enterprise networks. Its state-of-the-art design integrates powerful performance with modular uplink configurations and integrated network management to meet evolving infrastructure demands.

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N9K-C92160YC-X Specifications

Product Type
Switch
Brand
Cisco
Power Source
Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A
Layer Supported
Layer 2 / Layer 3
Form Factor
Rack-mount
Power Consumption
525 W
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
N9K-C92160YC-X
Uplink Configuration
40G
IOS
IP Services
POE Support
Non POE
SFP Ports
Combo
Memory
4 GB
Rack Units
1 RU
Interface Ports
10/100/1000
Port/Expansion Slot Details
60 fixed ports with modular uplink configurations
Flash Memory
256 MB
Switching Capacity
6400 Gbps
Product Name
Cisco Nexus 92160YC-X
Height
1.75 inches
Width
17.5 inches
Depth
18 inches
Weight
30 lbs

N9K-C92160YC-X Use Case

Spine-and-Leaf Fabric for Hyperscale Cloud Data Centers

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.

High-Bandwidth Campus Core for Enterprise Digital Transformation

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.

Low-Latency Interconnect for AI/ML and HPC Clusters

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.

Product Comparison Table

Nexus 9K Fixed with 48p 10G SFP+ and 6p 40G OR 4p 100GN9K-C92160YC-XNexus 9332C ACI Spine switch with 32p 40/100G QSFP28, 2p 1/10G SFPN9K-C9332CNexus 9K Fixed with 56p 40G QSFP+ and 8p 100G QSFP28N9K-C92304QCNexus 9300 with 48p 1/10G/25G SFP+ and 6p 40G/100G QSFP28, MACsec, and Unified PortsN9K-C93180YC-FXNexus 9200 with 72p 40G QSFP+N9K-C9272Q
Ethernet Technology10/100/100010/100/100010/100/100025 Gigabit Ethernet + 100 Gigabit Ethernet10/100/1000
Flash Memory256 MB256 MB256 MB128 GB SSD256 MB
Form FactorRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-Mount 1UChassis
Height1.75 inches1.75 inches1.75 inches44 mm1.73 inches
Manufacturer Part NumberN9K-C92160YC-XN9K-C9332CN9K-C92304QCN9K-C93180YC-FXN9K-C9272Q
Media Type SupportedComboFiberComboFiberFiber
Power SourceRedundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/ARedundant Power Supply / AC Power SupplyRedundant Power Supply / AC Power SupplyAC+DC RedundantRedundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
Product TypeSwitchSwitchSwitchNetwork SwitchSwitch
Rack Units1 RU1 RU1 RU1U1 RU
SFP PortsCombo24 SFP Ports24 SFP Ports48 x 1GbE SFP2824 SFP Ports
Width17.5 inches17.5 inches17.5 inches439 mm17.5 inches

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Reviews & Ratings

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Xander Burke
4

Fixed 48x10G and 6x40G OR 4x100G ports delivered high-speed connectivity efficiently.

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Yannick Pierce
5

Handles heavy traffic loads with predictable performance.

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Zane Ford
4

Professional-grade Cisco 9K switch with excellent reliability.

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Alfred Grant
5

Easy to manage and integrate with existing network.

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Barrett Clarke
5

Stable and enterprise-ready high-performance solution.

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco Nexus N9K-C92160YC-X?

The Cisco Nexus N9K-C92160YC-X is a fixed 1RU data center switch offering 48 × 10G SFP+ and 6 × 40G QSFP+ or 4 × 100G QSFP28 ports for high-performance Ethernet connectivity.

How many ports and port types does the N9K-C92160YC-X provide?

It provides 48 10G SFP+ line-rate ports plus six 40G QSFP+ or four 100G QSFP28 uplink ports in a single 1RU chassis.

What switching capacity and forwarding rate does the N9K-C92160YC-X deliver?

The switch delivers up to 2.56 Tbps of switching capacity and 1.9 Bpps forwarding rate at wire speed for demanding data center workloads.

Which Cisco NX-OS software features are supported on this switch?

It runs Cisco NX-OS with advanced Layer 2/3 features, VXLAN BGP EVPN, QoS, telemetry, and programmability via REST APIs and Python scripting.

Is the N9K-C92160YC-X compatible with Cisco ACI?

Yes, the N9K-C92160YC-X is ACI-ready, enabling policy-driven automation, centralized management, and simplified application provisioning within the Cisco ACI fabric.

What power and cooling options are available?

It supports front-to-back airflow, hot-swappable fans, and redundant AC or DC power supplies to ensure uninterrupted operation.

What are the typical use cases for the Nexus N9K-C92160YC-X?

It is ideal as a 10G top-of-rack leaf switch in cloud data centers, spine-leaf architectures, and large enterprise network cores.

Does the N9K-C92160YC-X support network virtualization?

Yes, it supports VXLAN BGP EVPN, VRF-Lite, MPLS, and Layer 3 multipathing for scalable and segmented virtual networks.

How is the N9K-C92160YC-X managed?

You can manage it via CLI, NX-OS GUI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), or programmatically through REST APIs and NETCONF/YANG.

What warranty and support options are available?

Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty plus optional SMARTnet service for 24/7 technical support, advanced hardware replacement, and software updates.

Which transceivers and cables are compatible?

It supports Cisco 10G SFP+, 40G QSFP+, and 100G QSFP28 modules along with DAC/AOC cable assemblies for copper and fiber connectivity.

Can I stack multiple N9K-C92160YC-X units?

It does not support traditional stacking but offers virtual PortChannel (vPC) and Layer 3 ECMP for multi-chassis link aggregation and resilience.

What is the typical latency of the switch?

The N9K-C92160YC-X delivers sub-microsecond latency (as low as 600 ns) at full line rate for ultra-low-delay performance.

Does the switch include advanced security features?

Yes, it includes MACsec encryption, TrustSec, control plane protection, and routing protocol authentication for end-to-end security.

What licensing is required for full functionality?

A default LAN Base license is included, with optional LAN Enterprise or Cisco ACI Fabric licenses available for advanced features.

How do I upgrade NX-OS software on the Nexus N9K-C92160YC-X?

Use the NX-OS repository and the 'install all' command to perform an in-service software upgrade (ISSU) without disrupting traffic.