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N9K-C9396PX
Cisco N9K-C9396PX Nexus 9300 48-Port 10 Gigabit Switch, Modu...
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N9K-C9396PX is a managed fiber data center switch with 48 fixed 1/10G SFP+ downlinks and a separate uplink-module bay. Its base NX-OS functions provide Layer 2+ operation, with non-PoE interfaces for server connectivity rather than powered copper endpoints. The 2U Cisco Nexus 9396PX belongs to the Nexus 9300 range within the Cisco Nexus 9000 family and supports top-of-rack, middle-of-row, and end-of-row deployments. The removable uplink architecture separates server-facing connections from aggregation connectivity, rather than supplying built-in aggregation ports. The discontinued N9K-C9396PX-BA-L3 differs by including Enhanced L3 licensing, while the base model requires separate entitlements for those routing features.
N9K-C9396PX price for new stock is $13,611.15. N9K-C9396PX refurb price is $218.98. N9K-C9396PX is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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1920 Gbps maximum switching capacity defines the chassis bandwidth ceiling. Over 1500 Mpps forwarding provides the packet-processing figure for traffic planning. 455W maximum AC consumption sets the published power-draw allowance, compared with 232W typical consumption. N9K-C9396PX uses 16 GB of DRAM and a 64 GB SSD for operating-system and configuration storage. Static routes, SVIs, and HSRP are available without an additional feature license. MAC learning reaches 96000 entries, while 4096 VLANs define the segmentation ceiling; achievable forwarding-table scale depends on the selected forwarding mode. Management includes console access, remote CLI sessions through SSH or Telnet, and an Intelligent API accepting JSON or XML over HTTP/HTTPS. For enclosure planning, allow for an 89 mm height, 445 mm width, and 571 mm depth, with operation between 0°C and 40°C.
Order N9K-C9396PX in new sealed or certified refurbished condition, and specify the assembled hardware and quantities on the PO. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, every port linking at rated speed, clean boot, optics bay and module bay recognition, PSU status, and fan status; firmware is verified and configuration wiped to factory default. ORM provides up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units, with 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. Enterprise and volume purchases support PO acceptance, Net-30 for government, and RMA with advance replacement, with regional stock and RMA across UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1/10G SFP+ / modular uplink bay |
Max Power Draw | 455W AC |
Cooling | 3 N9K-C9300-FAN2 or N9K-C9300-FAN2-B fans |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended April 30, 2023 |
Replacement PID | Migration endpoint N9K-C93180YC-FX3 |
In a large enterprise virtualized data center, IT architects deploy the N9K-C9396PX Nexus 9300 (48p 1/10G SFP+ & 12p 40G QSFP) as leaf switches to aggregate hundreds of blade servers. The 48×10 GbE ports connect VM-hosts, while the 12×40 GbE uplinks feed the spine layer, delivering sub-1 µs latency, linear east-west throughput scale, and VXLAN-based overlay segmentation. Outcome: predictable low-latency performance, seamless multi-tenant isolation, and nondisruptive capacity expansion.
A global university campus upgrades its core network to support 4K lecture streaming, remote labs, and IoT telemetry. By centralizing aggregation on the N9K-C9396PX Nexus 9300, 48×10 GbE ports link distribution switches and wireless controllers, while 12×40 GbE QSFP uplinks connect to the campus data center. Outcome: simplified topology, guaranteed QoS for video and IoT, and 5× higher bandwidth headroom for future digital-learning initiatives.
A research facility deploying an HPC cluster leverages the N9K-C9396PX Nexus 9300 as top-of-rack switches. Each rack’s compute nodes connect via 48×10 GbE SFP+ for storage and MPI traffic, and 12×40 GbE QSFP ports aggregate to the spine for parallel workload distribution. Outcome: consistent sub-microsecond latency, 1.2 Tbps of bi-directional bandwidth per switch, and automated provisioning through Cisco NX-API for rapid job spin-up and tear-down.
When an existing data center rack needs a compatible spare, include N9K-C9300-RMK in the mounting-hardware checklist. Match the spare's assembled configuration to the installed unit rather than ordering only by chassis identity. Specify the required mounting kit, receiving condition, and accessory quantities before issuing the purchase order.
When a lab must reproduce an existing rack configuration, Power-On Auto Provisioning can install software images and configuration files during initial deployment. Four active SPAN sessions provide a defined monitoring limit for the test plan. Specify the intended image, configuration baseline, and monitoring requirements before ordering the staging unit.
Ongoing Cisco support and security fixes
Cisco service and vulnerability support ended April 30, 2023. N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is the current migration endpoint, but changes server-facing connectivity to 1/10/25G rather than providing a like-for-like chassis replacement.
Native 25G server-facing connections
N9K-C9396PX downlinks stop at 10G. N9K-C93180YC-FX3 provides 48 native 1/10/25G ports and six 40/100G uplinks, replacing the older switch's removable uplink architecture.
Four-way breakout from 40G uplinks
N9K-M12PQ's 40G ports do not support four-way 10G breakout, so a breakout cable cannot expand the available server-facing interface count.
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| N9K-C9396PX |  N9K-C9316D-GX |  N9K-C9272Q |  N9K-C9372TX |  N9K-C9372PX-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 571 mm | 648 mm | 623 mm | 571 mm | 571 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 100 Gigabit Ethernet | 40 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 89 mm | 43.7 mm | 89 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N9K-C9396PX | N9K-C9316D-GX | N9K-C9272Q | N9K-C9372TX | N9K-C9372PX-E |
| Memory | 16 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Power Consumption | 455W | 1010W | 975W | 694W | 537W |
| Switching Capacity | 1920 Gbps | 12800 Gbps | 5760 Gbps | 1440 Gbps | 1440 Gbps |
| Width | 445 mm | 441.3 mm | 442 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
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Reviewed on the 21 July 2023
48x1/10G-T and 6x40G QSFP+ switch provided flexible connectivity with stable throughput.
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Reviewed on the 6 December 2018
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N9K-C9396PX identifies the Nexus 9300 model with 48 1/10G SFP+ downlinks and modular uplinks. The complete model designation does not indicate 96 server-facing ports. Additional routing entitlements and an uplink card are separate selections; twelve 40G connections require N9K-M12PQ rather than built-in chassis ports.
The Cisco Nexus 9396PX supports NX-OS CLI management through a local console, SSH, or Telnet, plus programmable management through its Intelligent API. API requests use JSON or XML over HTTP/HTTPS. Specify the intended NX-OS image and management-access configuration when preparing the unit for deployment.
Yes, N9K-C9396PX reached end of sale on May 1, 2018, and its last date of Cisco support was April 30, 2023. Cisco service and vulnerability support have ended. Purchases therefore need an explicit hardware-condition decision and a support arrangement independent of Cisco's retired service coverage.
N9K-C9396PX provides base NX-OS functions without an added routing license; Enhanced L3 uses legacy N93-LAN1K9. Tier-based paths include perpetual NX-OS Advantage or DCN Advantage, and DCN Essentials, Advantage, or Premier subscriptions with a three-year minimum. Match entitlements to the installed release; an ORM hardware order does not replace required software licensing.
No, N9K-C9396PX provides non-PoE SFP+ server-facing interfaces rather than powered RJ-45 access ports. Connected equipment needs its own power source; the switch's internal supplies power the chassis, not attached endpoints through Ethernet. Do not specify this model for a purchase requiring powered copper access connections.
N9K-C9396PX accepts N9K-M6PQ or N9K-M6PQ-E for six 40G QSFP+ ports, N9K-M12PQ for twelve 40G QSFP+ ports, or N9K-M4PC-CFP2 for four 100G CFP2 ports. An installed uplink card is required for normal operation. Specify the selected card and compatible optics instead of treating aggregation ports as included chassis interfaces.
No, the Cisco Nexus 9396PX does not support four-way 10G breakout from N9K-M12PQ's 40G uplink ports. Those interfaces remain single-port connections rather than becoming four independent server links. Plan endpoint density against the native SFP+ interfaces and do not include additional breakout ports in the purchase configuration.
Yes, N9K-C9396PX uses two power supplies in a 1+1 redundant arrangement. AC choices include N9K-PAC-650W and N9K-PAC-650W-B; DC choices include UCSC-PSU-930WDC and UCS-PSU-6332-DC. Match supply airflow to the fan configuration and identify the actual installed supply PIDs when ordering a replacement or spare unit.
The Cisco Nexus 9396PX requires 2U of rack space and measures 89 mm high, 445 mm wide, and 571 mm deep. N9K-C9300-RMK is its rack-mount kit. Confirm cabinet depth, cable clearance, and mounting-hardware inclusion before ordering, rather than treating a chassis-only offer as a complete rack installation.
N9K-C9396PX provides a maximum switching capacity of 1920 Gbps and a forwarding rate exceeding 1500 Mpps. These are separate bandwidth and packet-processing figures. Evaluate them alongside the selected uplink card and traffic profile; the chassis rating does not mean an empty uplink bay supplies aggregation connectivity.
N9K-C9396PX uses a removable uplink card, while N9K-C9372PX has six fixed 40G QSFP+ uplinks. Both models are discontinued. N9K-C9396PX matches installed configurations requiring a selected uplink card; N9K-C9372PX matches legacy configurations using fixed aggregation interfaces. Neither should be treated as a current-generation migration purchase.
N9K-C9396PX-BA-L3 includes Enhanced L3 licensing, whereas N9K-C9396PX is the base model with additional routing entitlements selected separately. Both are discontinued. The bundled variant addresses an existing configuration requiring that routing entitlement; the base model addresses buyers selecting hardware and software rights independently for a legacy installation.
N9K-C9396PX has 48 1/10G server-facing interfaces, while N9K-C93180YC-FX3 has 48 1/10/25G interfaces. N9K-C9396PX is discontinued and no longer supported by Cisco; N9K-C93180YC-FX3 is the current migration endpoint. The older model serves like-for-like legacy sparing, while the newer model addresses native 25G connectivity and current hardware procurement.
New sealed and certified refurbished N9K-C9396PX units carry ORM coverage: new, up to a 3-year extended warranty; refurbished, up to 1 year. Returns are available for 30 days in either condition; terms apply. Cisco's original 1-year limited hardware warranty is no longer active; Cisco service ended April 30, 2023.
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