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N9K-C9516-FM= Overview
N9K-C9516-FM= is a high-performance fabric module engineered for advanced data center environments. Designed for integration with high-density Cisco Nexus chassis, this module supports data rates of up to 40Gbps via SFP+ connectors, ensuring rapid and reliable data transmission for mission-critical network applications.
Optimized for seamless modular installation and low-latency performance, the N9K-C9516-FM= fabric module enhances network scalability and efficiency. Its robust design meets the rigorous demands of modern enterprise networks and is ideally suited for expanding data center capacity and upgrading high-speed network interfaces.
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N9K-C9516-FM= Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Module
- Module Type
- Fabric Module
- Data Rate
- 40Gbps
- Connector Type
- SFP+
- Supported Protocols
- Ethernet
- Form Factor
- Modular
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- N/A
- Input Voltage
- N/A
- Compatibility
- Cisco Nexus 9500 Series
- Max Speed
- 40Gbps
- Supported Features
- Low latency, High throughput, Plug-and-play installation
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Interface Ports
- SFP+
- Expansion Slots
- N/A
- Product Name
- N9K-C9516-FM=
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
N9K-C9516-FM= Use Case
Hyperscale Spine-and-Leaf Fabric Deployment with N9K-C9516-FM for N9516 Chassis
Scenario: A global e-commerce data center requires sub-100 ns latency and seamless capacity growth during flash sales. Deploy the N9K-C9516-FM Cisco Fabric Module in the N9516 chassis as the spine layer, delivering 19.2 Tbps aggregate bandwidth via 48×100 GbE ports. Outcome: Ultra-low latency, non-stop operations, and on-demand scalability that ensures consistent digital experiences and accommodates traffic surges without forklift upgrades.
5G Core Edge Transport Using N9K-C9516-FM in N9516 Chassis
Scenario: A leading telecom operator upgrades its 5G core to support real-time subscriber services and edge analytics. Integrate the N9K-C9516-FM Fabric Module in the N9516 chassis to achieve multi-terabit throughput with hitless software upgrades. Outcome: Guaranteed sub-microsecond latency, carrier-grade reliability, and simplified maintenance that meets stringent SLAs, accelerates service rollout, and enhances network resilience.
Secure Multi-Tenant Cloud Fabric with N9K-C9516-FM for N9516 Chassis
Scenario: A managed cloud provider needs strict tenant isolation, dynamic provisioning, and policy automation. Leverage the N9K-C9516-FM Cisco Fabric Module in the N9516 chassis with Cisco ACI integration for automated segmentation, micro-segmentation, and policy enforcement. Outcome: Robust multi-tenant security, rapid service onboarding, and operational efficiency that accelerates time-to-revenue, simplifies compliance audits, and reduces operational overhead.
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Product Comparison Table
 N9K-C9516-FM= |  N9K-M4PC-CFP2 |  N9K-C9504-FM-R= |  N9K-M12PQ |  N9K-C9516-FM-E2= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module | Network Module | Fabric Module | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card |
| Module Type | Fabric Module | CFP2 | Fabric Module | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 40Gbps | 40G | 40Gbps | 40Gbps | 40G |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | CFP2 | QSFP+ | QSFP+ | QSFP+ |
| Supported Protocols | Ethernet | TCP/IP, Ethernet | TCP/IP, Fibre Channel | TCP/IP, VLAN, LACP, QoS | TCP/IP |
| 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 | N/A | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | N/A | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco Nexus 9500 Series | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches | Cisco Nexus 9504 | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series | Cisco |
| Max Speed | 40Gbps | 40Gbps | 40Gbps | 40Gbps | 40Gbps |
| Supported Features | Low latency, High throughput, Plug-and-play installation | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | N/A | 15W | N/A |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | CFP2 | QSFP+ | QSFP+ | QSFP+ |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | N9K-C9516-FM= | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series M4PC CFP2 Module | N9K-C9504-FM-R= | Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M12PQ Ethernet Module | Cisco Nexus 9516 Fabric Module E2 |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.7 inches | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | 8.66 inches | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | 10.2 inches | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.2 lbs | N/A |
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Fabric Module for N9516 Chassis (SKU: N9K-C9516-FM=)?
The N9K-C9516-FM is a high-performance fabric module designed for the Cisco Nexus 9516 chassis that delivers scalable, low-latency switching across the entire data center fabric.
What performance and throughput does the N9K-C9516-FM deliver?
The N9K-C9516-FM provides up to 30 Tbps of non-blocking switching capacity with sub-microsecond latency, supporting up to 480 100 GbE or 960 40 GbE ports via line cards.
Which interface modules are supported by the N9K-C9516-FM?
The fabric module is fully compatible with all Cisco Nexus 9500 series line cards, including 10/25/40/50/100 GbE modules, providing seamless fabric connectivity.
How many fabric modules can the Nexus 9516 chassis accommodate?
The Nexus 9516 chassis supports two N9K-C9516-FM modules for active/active fabric redundancy and full mesh switching resiliency.