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N9K-C9508-FM-R=
FABRIC MOD FOR N9508R WITH BUFFER SUP NX-OS
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N9K-C9508-FM-R= Overview
N9K-C9508-FM-R= is a high-performance fabric module designed for the Cisco Nexus 9500 Series, engineered to interconnect line cards through a high-speed, non-blocking internal fabric. It provides scalable connectivity for demanding data center environments, enabling efficient and resilient network operations without compromise.
This fabric module integrates seamlessly within modular chassis architectures, supporting the rapid internal transfer of data across high-speed channels. Optimized for mission-critical deployments, the N9K-C9508-FM-R= offers high availability, reliability, and the robust performance required to meet the evolving demands of modern data centers.
N9K-C9508-FM-R= price is $16,332.00, a 47.2% saving from the Cisco list price of $30,954.00. N9K-C9508-FM-R= is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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N9K-C9508-FM-R= Specifications
- Product Type
- Fabric Module
- Module Type
- N/A
- Data Rate
- N/A
- Connector Type
- N/A
- Supported Protocols
- N/A
- Form Factor
- Modular
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- N/A
- Compatibility
- Cisco Nexus 9500 Series
- Max Speed
- N/A
- Supported Features
- High Availability, Scalability, Redundancy
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Interface Ports
- N/A
- Expansion Slots
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Nexus 9508 Fabric Module (N9K-C9508-FM-R=)
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
N9K-C9508-FM-R= Use Case
Ultra-Low Latency Trading Platform for Financial Services
In a global equities trading firm, the N9K-C9508-FM-R fabric module with buffer support on NX-OS enables sub-5µs switching latency and microburst absorption between trading engines and risk engines. Benefit: Guarantees deterministic transaction times, minimizes order re-quotes, and sustains sub-millisecond slippage targets under peak market volatility.
High-Performance Computing Cluster with Deep-Buffer Traffic Management
A research institution running large-scale simulations on a parallel file system deploys the N9K-C9508-FM-R buffer-enhanced fabric module to mitigate congestion and packet drops during synchronized I/O spikes. Benefit: Delivers sustained multi-terabit throughput, smooth data staging for HPC jobs, and predictable run-time for compute-intensive workloads.
Multi-Tenant Cloud Data Center with SLA-Driven Microburst Control
A cloud service provider integrates the N9K-C9508-FM-R NX-OS fabric module to enforce per-tenant QoS policies and absorb unpredictable traffic bursts in a spine-leaf topology. Benefit: Ensures consistent VM performance, maintains 5-9s availability SLAs, and simplifies buffer-based congestion management across hundreds of virtual networks.
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Product Comparison Table
 N9K-C9508-FM-R= |  N9K-C9508-FM-Z= |  N9K-M6PQ-E |  N9K-C9504-FM-R |  N9K-M4PC-CFP2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Fabric Module | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module |
| Module Type | N/A | Fabric Module | Ethernet | Fabric Module | CFP2 |
| Data Rate | N/A | N/A | 40G | 40G | 40G |
| Connector Type | N/A | N/A | SFP+ | QSFP+ | CFP2 |
| Supported Protocols | N/A | N/A | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | N/A | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | N/A | N/A | 3.3V | N/A | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco Nexus 9500 Series | Cisco Nexus 9508 Series | Cisco Nexus Series | Cisco Nexus 9504 | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches |
| Max Speed | N/A | N/A | 40Gbps | 40Gbps | 40Gbps |
| Supported Features | High Availability, Scalability, Redundancy | N/A | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | High-Density Connectivity, Redundant Operation | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | N/A | N/A | SFP+ | QSFP+ | CFP2 |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 9508 Fabric Module (N9K-C9508-FM-R=) | Cisco Nexus 9508 Fabric Module N9K-C9508-FM-Z= | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series N9K-M6PQ-E | Cisco Nexus 9504 Fabric Module - Redundant | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series M4PC CFP2 Module |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
F
Farzana Qasim
4
Consistent fabric performance.
R
Rui Fernandes
5
Good redundancy option.
K
Karen Mills
3
Worked as expected.
S
Shahzaib Khan
4
Satisfied overall.
Questions & Answers
What is the N9K-C9508-FM-R=?
The N9K-C9508-FM-R= is a Cisco fabric module with integrated buffer support designed for the Nexus 9508R switch, enabling scalable, low-latency data forwarding under NX-OS.
Which switch models are compatible with the N9K-C9508-FM-R=?
The N9K-C9508-FM-R= is fully compatible with Cisco Nexus 9508R chassis running NX-OS version 9.3(7) or later.
What key features does the N9K-C9508-FM-R= provide?
This fabric module offers high-density, low-latency switching, on-chip buffer support, in-line congestion management, and seamless integration with Cisco NX-OS for advanced feature sets.
How much buffer capacity does the fabric module include?
The N9K-C9508-FM-R= includes up to 12 MB of line-rate buffer per ASIC, ensuring consistent performance under bursty traffic conditions.