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Cisco N9K-C9808 N9800 8-Slot Modular Chassis Switch
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High-Density Connectivity for Data Center Spines
N9K-C9808 is an eight-slot modular data center switch chassis for spine and super-spine deployments, rather than a fixed-port access switch. The N9800 architecture uses separately selected line cards for Ethernet connectivity, so the chassis part number does not specify an installed port count or bundled network license. Its 16 RU enclosure accommodates distributed forwarding and configurable hardware redundancy. N9K-C9804 reduces line-card capacity to four slots and occupies 10 RU. Within the Cisco Nexus 9000 family, the Cisco N9808 configuration is a hardware assembly whose connection speeds and port density follow the selected cards, not the chassis label.
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Technical Details
230400 Gbps maximum switching capacity represents the fully configured chassis ceiling; installed line cards and fabric population determine available bandwidth. Four fan-tray positions accommodate the cooling assembly, while AC, high-voltage AC/DC, and DC power configurations support different facility power arrangements. N9K-C9808 provides two supervisor slots for control-plane redundancy and three power-tray positions for the selected power architecture. Remote administration uses the CLI over SSH, while Telnet requires an optional software package. Serial-console setup establishes the management address before the out-of-band network connection is made.
Ordering
Order N9K-C9808 in new sealed or certified refurbished condition, and specify the complete required hardware configuration on the PO. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on, POST, clean boot, and module bay recognition; managed configurations also have firmware verified and are wiped to factory default. ORM Systems provides new orders with up to a 3-year extended warranty, certified refurbished orders with up to a 1-year warranty, and 30-day returns in either condition; terms apply. For enterprise and volume orders, PO acceptance, Net-30 for government, RMA with advance replacement, and regional stock/RMA coverage across UK, EU, US, and MEA apply.
Key Specs
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 8 line-card slots; no fixed Ethernet data ports |
Cooling | 4 fan-tray positions |
N9K-C9808 Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number
- N9K-C9808
- Brand
- Cisco
- Series
- N9800
- Use Case
- Data Center
- Management Type
- Managed
- Software Image
- NX-OS
- Layer
- Layer 3
- RJ-45 Access Port Count
- 0
- Power Input
- Internal AC PSU / Internal high-voltage AC/DC PSU / Internal DC PSU
- PoE Support
- Non-PoE
- Switching Capacity
- 230400 Gbps
- IPv4 Route Scale
- 1000000 Routes
- Form Factor
- Chassis
- Redundant PSU
- Optional
- Cooling
- 4 fan-tray bays
- Operating Temperature
- Maximum 40°C at sea level
- Height
- 711.2 mm
- Width
- 443.2 mm
- Depth
- 857 mm
- Weight
- 347 kg
Best For
Staged Fabric Expansion
When expanding a fabric that initially needs 100G connections, N9K-X98900CD-A can operate in 100G-only mode with four fabric modules. Enabling its 400G connections changes the fabric population required for line-rate operation. Specify the intended operating mode and verify the matching fabric quantity before the purchase order.
Rack Installation Standardization
When standardizing chassis installations across existing racks, N9K-C9800-IN-KIT includes N9K-C9800-AR-KIT with non-adjustable support rails requiring 812.8 mm rail spacing. Rack stabilization and grounding must be addressed before placement. Confirm the rack rail geometry and include the required installation kit on the purchase order.
Not Suitable If
Fixed ports without additional hardware
N9K-C9808 is a chassis, not a populated fixed-port switch. Ethernet connections require compatible line cards and supporting hardware; the chassis PID alone does not define operational data ports.
Rack allocation below 16 RU
N9K-C9808 occupies 16 RU. N9K-C9804 occupies 10 RU but reduces line-card capacity from eight slots to four, requiring the smaller configuration to satisfy the intended port requirement.
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Product Comparison Table 
| N9K-C9808 |  N9K-C9804 |  N9K-C93108TC-FX-24 |  N9K-C93360YC-FX2 |  N9K-C9396TX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 857 mm | 838.2 mm | 571 mm | 613.1 mm | 571 mm |
| Form Factor | Chassis | Chassis | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 2U |
| Height | 711.2 mm | 444.5 mm | 44 mm | 85.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N9K-C9808 | N9K-C9804 | N9K-C93108TC-FX-24 | N9K-C93360YC-FX2 | N9K-C9396TX |
| Width | 443.2 mm | 443.2 mm | 439 mm | 442 mm | 445 mm |
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Questions & Answers
What does the N9K-C9808 part number mean?
N9K-C9808 identifies the N9800 eight-slot chassis, not an eight-port fixed switch. The eight-slot designation describes line-card capacity rather than installed Ethernet ports. The chassis part number is separate from the supervisor, fabric-module, line-card, power-hardware, and software-license selections that define the complete ordered configuration.
How is N9K-C9808 managed?
N9K-C9808 is managed through the CLI using a local serial console or remote SSH; Telnet requires installation of an optional package. Initial setup assigns the management IP address before the out-of-band connection is made. Supervisor management interfaces provide the network management path.
Is the N9800 series end of sale?
Cisco has not announced an end-of-sale date for N9800. N9K-C9808 is the eight-slot chassis in the series, with component choices determining the assembled configuration. Keep the chassis and installed component PIDs separate when planning lifecycle coverage, replacement inventory, and the hardware configuration on a purchase order.
Which conditions and warranties does ORM Systems offer for N9K-C9808?
ORM Systems offers N9K-C9808 new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to a 1-year warranty. Both conditions carry 30-day returns; terms apply. These are ORM Systems order warranties, separate from Cisco hardware coverage.
What licensing options does N9K-C9808 support?
N9K-C9808 supports DCN Essentials, Advantage, and Premier subscriptions with a three-year minimum, plus NX-OS Advantage perpetual licensing through NXOS-AD-DM8. Essentials has no perpetual option. The chassis PID does not select a tier, so the PO must identify the entitlement and any MACsec security license separately.
What is the difference between N9K-C9808 and N9K-C9804?
N9K-C9808 has eight line-card slots in a 16 RU enclosure, whereas N9K-C9804 has four slots in a 10 RU enclosure. Both are modular N9800 chassis. N9K-C9808 accommodates larger line-card configurations; N9K-C9804 suits orders requiring fewer line cards and less rack height.
Which 800G line card works with N9K-C9808?
N9K-C9808 supports the 36-port 800G N9K-X9836E-SP2R-O line card with N9K-C9800-SUP-B and N9K-C9808-FM-B. Seven N9K-C9808-FM-B modules are needed for line-rate operation, while eight provide 7+1 redundancy. First-generation N9K-C9800-SUP-A or N9K-C9808-FM-A hardware cannot support this 800G line card, so these component selections must match.
What power configurations does N9K-C9808 accept?
N9K-C9808 accommodates three power trays, supporting nine AC/HV supplies or twelve DC60 supplies. NXK-HV6.3KW20A-A and NXK-HV6.3KW30A-A are 6300W AC/HV power-supply options, not chassis consumption figures. Size the selected supply population against installed hardware and the required redundancy mode before ordering the complete configuration.
How much rack space does the N9800 eight-slot chassis require?
The N9800 eight-slot chassis occupies 16 RU and measures 711.2 mm high, 443.2 mm wide, and 857 mm deep. A fully populated N9K-C9808 can weigh 347 kg. Verify rack capacity, support-rail spacing, grounding, and service access before installation; this chassis requires a complete mounting arrangement.
How many Ethernet ports does N9K-C9808 include?
Ethernet port counts on N9K-C9808 depend on installed line cards, not the chassis PID. N9K-X9836DM-A provides 36 ports at 400G; N9K-X98900CD-A combines 14 ports at 400G with 34 ports at 100G. Select cards and compatible optics for each required link; the chassis has no fixed data ports.