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25G Fiber Access for Data Center Fabrics
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is a fixed 1RU, NX-OS managed Nexus 9300-FX3 data-center access switch with 48 1/10/25G SFP28 downlinks and six 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks. The platform operates with a default Layer 2 feature set, and DCN licensing adds Layer 3 IP unicast and multicast routing for fabric designs. The Cisco Nexus 93180YC-FX3 targets fiber server access, leaf, and telco data-center edge roles where SyncE and PTP boundary clock support matter. The 48-port 25G SFP28 data-center switch uses fixed ports rather than a network-module bay, so optics and cables are separate line items. N9K-C93108TC-FX3 is the closest copper sibling, replacing the SFP28 downlinks with 100M/1/10G BASE-T ports.
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 price for new stock is $7,980.00, a 22.2% saving from the Cisco list price of $10,260.00. N9K-C93180YC-FX3 refurb price is $6,084.75. N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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Technical Details
3600 Gbps switching capacity and 1.2 Bpps forwarding support dense 25G access with 40G or 100G aggregation. 600W maximum power draw sizes the AC, DC, or HVAC/HVDC supply choice, and the chassis supports two internal supplies for 1+1 redundancy. N9K-C93180YC-FX3 provides 512000 MAC address entries, 1792000 IPv4 LPM routes, 4096 VLANs, 16000 VRF instances, 512 port channels, and a 40 MB system buffer. Sixteen Cisco N2000 Series Fabric Extenders are supported on this model. Licensed routing features include BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, RIPv2, PIM-SM, SSM, and MSDP. NX-OS operation also supports ACI mode and Cisco Nexus Hyperfabric on selected deployments. The switch is not stackable; vPC provides Layer 2 multipathing instead of a stacking backplane.
Ordering
Order N9K-C93180YC-FX3 new sealed or certified refurbished with the required power supplies, fan airflow, optics, and licensing on the same PO. Certified refurbished managed units are inspected and bench-tested, with clean boot, every port linking at rated speed, optics bay recognition, PSU status, fan status, firmware verified, and configuration wiped to factory default. New units are available with up to 3-year extended warranty, and certified refurbished units are available with up to 1 year; 30-day returns apply to every condition, terms apply. ORM Systems accepts PO, offers Net-30 for government, provides RMA with advance replacement, and supports UK, EU, US, and MEA stock and RMA coverage.
Key Specs
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1/10/25G SFP28, 6 x 40/100G QSFP28 |
Stacking | No fixed stacking |
Max Power Draw | 600W |
Cooling | 4 fans |
Replaces | N9K-C93180YC-FX, EoS 31 July 2024 |
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number
- N9K-C93180YC-FX3
- Brand
- Cisco
- Series
- Nexus 9300-FX3
- Use Case
- Data Center
- Management Type
- Managed
- Software Image
- NX-OS
- Layer
- Layer 3
- Routing Protocols
- BGP / EIGRP / IS-IS / MSDP / OSPF / PIM-SM / RIPv2 / SSM
- Ethernet Technology
- 25 Gigabit Ethernet
- RJ-45 Access Port Count
- 0
- Power Input
- Internal AC PSU / Internal DC PSU / Internal HVAC/HVDC PSU
- SFP+ Ports
- 48 x 1/10/25GbE SFP28
- QSFP Ports
- 6 x 40/100GbE QSFP28
- Uplink Type
- Fixed
- Uplink Speed Class
- 100G
- PoE Support
- Non-PoE
- Switching Capacity
- 3600 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate
- 1.2 Bpps
- MAC Table Size
- 512000 Entries
- IPv4 Route Scale
- 1792000 Routes
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Flash Memory
- 128 GB
- ASIC
- Cisco Cloud Scale
- Stackable
- No
- Form Factor
- Rack-Mount 1U
- Input Voltage
- 100-240V AC / 200-277V HVAC / -48 to -60V DC / -240 to -380V HVDC
- Power Consumption
- 600W
- Redundant PSU
- Optional
- Cooling
- 4 fan modules
- Operating Temperature
- 0°C to 40°C
- MTBF
- 303190 Hours
- Cisco Warranty
- 1-year limited hardware
- Certifications
- CE / NEBS / UL 60950-1 Second Edition / CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 Second Edition / EN 60950-1 Second Edition / IEC 60950-1 Second Edition / AS/NZS 60950-1 / GB4943 / 47CFR Part 15 Class A / AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A / CISPR22 Class A / EN55022 Class A / ICES003 Class A / VCCI Class A / EN61000-3-2 / EN61000-3-3 / KN22 Class A / CNS13438 Class A / EN55024 / CISPR24 / EN300386 / KN 61000-4 series / RoHS-6
- Height
- 44 mm
- Width
- 440 mm
- Depth
- 496 mm
- Weight
- 9.52 kg
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 Use Case
Data Center Leaf Fabric
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 operates as a data center leaf switch where 48 1/10/25G SFP28 ports terminate server or storage-facing links and 6 40/100G QSFP28 ports connect toward spine switches. Engineers run Cisco NX-OS VXLAN EVPN or ACI policies, define vPC and ECMP behavior, and validate MACsec, routing, and telemetry requirements before production. Power-supply and fan airflow choices align the chassis with rack cooling standards. The rack gains a high-density optical leaf layer with predictable 25G access, 100G fabric handoff, and controller-aligned operations.
High-Speed Server Access
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 fits server access rows where virtualized compute, storage nodes, and appliance clusters use 10G or 25G SFP28 connectivity. The 3.6 Tbps switching capacity and 1.2 Bpps forwarding rate keep packet handling aligned with dense east-west traffic, while 40 MB buffering supports bursty flows. Network teams map VLANs, VRFs, port channels, and uplink policy to the application fabric, then confirm optics and breakout choices. The access layer gains consistent optical server connectivity, scalable segmentation, and clearer operational ownership.
FEX-Attached Fabric Expansion
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 supports fabric extension designs where Cisco Nexus 2000 Series Fabric Extenders attach to a parent Nexus 9300-FX3 switch. Cisco lists support for up to 16 FEX units on this model, with final scale checked against release guidance. Engineers align optics, uplinks, port profiles, software versions, and FEX placement before rollout. Operations teams monitor parent switch health, fan direction, and uplink status through Nexus tooling. The deployment extends access port reach while keeping switching policy anchored to the parent fabric.
Best For
25G Leaf Refresh
A data-center refresh from 10G or mixed 10/25G fiber access can standardize on 48 SFP28 server-facing ports and six QSFP28 uplinks. Before the PO, specify the required SFP28, QSFP28, DAC, or breakout media separately because the fixed-port chassis does not include optics.
Timing Edge Deployment
Telco data-center edge builds that require packet timing can use the platform with standard PTP telecom profiles, SyncE, and PTP boundary clock support. Check the NX-OS release, license requirements, and airflow direction before ordering power supplies and NXA-FAN-35CFM-PE or NXA-FAN-35CFM-PI fan modules.
FEX Consolidation
Access-layer consolidation that still depends on remote Fabric Extender shelves can attach up to 16 Cisco N2000 Series Fabric Extenders to this model. Confirm the FEX mode design, transceiver support, and the DCN license path before standardizing the switch across rows or pods.
Not Suitable If
Copper server access
The fixed downlinks are SFP28 rather than BASE-T. Use N9K-C93108TC-FX3 for 48 100M/1/10G BASE-T access ports in the same FX3 family.
PoE endpoint power
The chassis has no PoE ports or PoE budget. Use N9K-C93108TC-FX3P when the requirement is multigigabit copper access with PoE, PoE+, or UPoE.
Line-card expansion
The hardware is a fixed 1RU switch with no module bay. Choose a modular Nexus 9000 chassis only when line-card slots are mandatory.
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Product Comparison Table 
| N9K-C93180YC-FX3 |  N9K-C93128TX |  N9K-C92160YC-X |  N9K-C93180YC-EX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 496 mm | 571 mm | 571 mm. | 571 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 25 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 25 Gigabit Ethernet | 25 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Chassis | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 133 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N9K-C93180YC-FX3 | N9K-C93128TX | N9K-C92160YC-X | N9K-C93180YC-EX |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 24 GB |
| Power Consumption | 600W | 853W | 475W | 470W |
| Switching Capacity | 3600 Gbps | 2560 Gbps | 3200 Gbps | 3600 Gbps |
| Width | 440 mm | 445 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
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Reviews & Ratings
H
Harriet Winslow
Reviewed on the 19 January 2023
5
The N9K-C93180YC-FX3 port profile and throughput details matched our Nexus leaf refresh plan.
S
Simon Fielding
Reviewed on the 29 July 2025
5
Power supply, fan airflow, and optics notes helped procurement avoid missing data center accessories.
L
Laura Ellison
Reviewed on the 22 June 2022
5
The 48 SFP28 and 6 QSFP28 breakdown was clear for validating our fabric design.
G
Graham Preston
Reviewed on the 6 August 2017
5
Useful comparisons against copper FX3 models made the media choice easier for engineering review.
A
Amelia Sutton
Reviewed on the 13 August 2023
5
The licensing and Nexus Dashboard notes were practical for staging and operations planning.
M
Marcus Dalloway
Reviewed on the 4 February 2022
4
Good SKU-level data. Final optics and software licensing still needed quote confirmation.
I
Ingrid Hale
Reviewed on the 6 October 2018
4
Refurbished validation points were relevant for a Nexus fabric spare purchase.
Questions & Answers
What is N9K-C93180YC-FX3?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is a Cisco Nexus 9300-FX3 fixed data-center switch with 48 1/10/25G SFP28 ports and six 40/100G QSFP28 ports. The chassis is 1RU, managed with NX-OS, and built for fiber access or leaf roles that need high-density 25G downlinks.
What does the N9K-C93180YC-FX3 part number mean?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 identifies a Cisco N9300 switch defined as 48 1/10/25G SFP28 ports and six 40/100G QSFP28 ports. The part number carries no license suffix. The orderable meaning is the fixed 48-port SFP28 and six-port QSFP28 hardware configuration.
How is N9K-C93180YC-FX3 managed?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is managed through NX-OS mode, ACI mode, Cisco Nexus Hyperfabric, and Nexus Dashboard services. NX-OS is the operating system mode for standalone deployments, ACI is the policy-based fabric mode, Hyperfabric is a cloud-managed operating model, and Nexus Dashboard services depend on the selected license tier.
Is N9K-C93180YC-FX3 end of sale?
Cisco has not announced an end-of-sale date for Nexus 9300-FX3. The N9K-C93180YC-FX3 product support status is available, with a release date of 1 February 2020. Older 93180YC-EX and 93180YC-FX models have separate end-of-sale notices that name this model as a replacement.
What condition and warranty options does ORM offer for N9K-C93180YC-FX3?
ORM offers N9K-C93180YC-FX3 new sealed or certified refurbished, with Cisco's 1-year limited hardware warranty applying to eligible new units. ORM warranty options are up to 3 years extended for new hardware and up to 1 year for certified refurbished, with 30-day returns on every condition, terms apply.
Which licenses can be ordered for Nexus 9300-FX3 switches?
Nexus 9300-FX3 switches use DCN Essentials, DCN Advantage, or DCN Premier subscriptions for 3, 5, or 7 years. Advantage is also available as a nonportable perpetual DCN or NX-OS license. Essentials perpetual licensing is no longer sold, so base software planning should include the subscription path.
What older switch does N9K-C93180YC-FX3 replace?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is named as the replacement for N9K-C93180YC-FX, which had a 31 July 2024 end-of-sale date, and for N9K-C93180YC-EX, which had a 9 August 2022 end-of-sale date. Several related EX bundle and spare PIDs also map to this FX3 replacement.
Does N9K-C93180YC-FX3 support PoE?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 does not support PoE. The fixed access ports are SFP28 fiber ports, and the PoE fields for this model are not populated. Buyers needing powered copper endpoints should compare N9K-C93108TC-FX3P, which provides BASE-T multigigabit ports with PoE modes.
Which power supplies fit N9K-C93180YC-FX3?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 supports up to two power supplies for 1+1 redundancy: NXA-PAC-650W-PE, NXA-PAC-650W-PI, NXA-PDC-930W-PE, NXA-PDC-930W-PI, or N9K-PUV-1200W. Match the airflow direction with NXA-FAN-35CFM-PE or NXA-FAN-35CFM-PI when configuring the chassis.
How many uplinks does N9K-C93180YC-FX3 have?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 has six fixed QSFP28 uplink ports that support 40G or 100G operation. The downlink side provides 48 fixed SFP28 ports for 1G, 10G, or 25G Ethernet. Optics, adapters, DACs, and breakout cables should be specified separately for the intended media plan.
Can N9K-C93180YC-FX3 be stacked?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is not a stackable switch. The chassis has no dedicated stacking ports and no published stack member limit. Data-center designs that need Layer 2 multipathing normally use vPC rather than a fixed stacking backplane, and redundant power is handled inside the switch.
What is the difference between N9K-C93180YC-FX3 and N9K-C93108TC-FX3?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 uses 48 1/10/25G SFP28 downlinks, while N9K-C93108TC-FX3 uses 48 100M/1/10G BASE-T downlinks. Both models carry six 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks. Choose N9K-C93180YC-FX3 for fiber 25G access and N9K-C93108TC-FX3 for copper 10G server connections.
What is the difference between N9K-C93180YC-FX3 and N9K-C93108TC-FX3P?
N9K-C93108TC-FX3P provides 48 100M/1/2.5/5/10G BASE-T multigigabit ports with PoE modes, while N9K-C93180YC-FX3 provides 48 1/10/25G SFP28 fiber ports without PoE. Select the YC model for 25G fiber access and the TC-FX3P model for powered copper endpoints.
What is the difference between N9K-C93180YC-FX3 and N9K-C9348GC-FX3?
N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is a 25G SFP28 access switch with six 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks, while N9K-C9348GC-FX3 is a 1G BASE-T model with four 10/25G SFP28 and two 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks. The YC model fits 25G fiber access; the GC model fits 1G copper access.