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What are Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules?
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Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules are modular line cards for Catalyst 9000 Series chassis, designed to expand port density, performance, and advanced Layer 2/Layer 3 features in enterprise networks.
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How do I choose the right module for my Cisco Catalyst 9000 switch?
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Select a module based on required port speed (1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, 100G), port count, media type (copper or fiber), PoE requirements, and chassis power and cooling capacity.
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Which Catalyst 9000 modules support multigigabit Ethernet?
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Modules like the C9300X-48UXM and C9500-12Q support multigigabit Ethernet (2.5G/5G/10G), ideal for high-performance wireless access points and IoT deployments.
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Are Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules hot-swappable?
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Yes. Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules are fully hot-swappable, allowing line-card insertion or removal without disrupting network traffic or requiring a system reboot.
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What throughput can I expect from Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules?
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Throughput varies by module: 48-port 1G modules deliver up to 80 Gbps, 16-port 10G modules up to 320 Gbps, and 8-port 100G modules up to 1.6 Tbps of switching capacity.
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Do Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules support PoE and PoE+?
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Yes. Select Catalyst 9000 modules provide PoE/PoE+ with up to 30 W per port, powering IP phones, cameras, and wireless APs directly from the switch chassis.
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Can I mix different Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules in one chassis?
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Yes. You can deploy mixed modules in a Catalyst 9000 chassis as long as you comply with its power, cooling, and Cisco IOS XE software compatibility guidelines.
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How is software licensing handled for Cisco Catalyst 9000 modules?
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Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules inherit the chassis’ Cisco IOS XE license tier (Network Essentials, Advantage, or Premier) and are managed via Cisco Smart Licensing.
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What fiber transceivers are compatible with Catalyst 9000 modules?
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Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules support Cisco-approved SFP, SFP+, QSFP, and QSFP28 transceivers, covering 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G fiber deployments.
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What stacking options exist for Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules?
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Stacking is handled at the chassis level using StackWise Virtual or Virtual Switching System (VSS); individual modules do not require separate stacking configuration.
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How do I manage Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules?
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You can manage Catalyst 9000 modules via Cisco DNA Center, Cisco IOS XE CLI, SNMP, REST APIs, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure for unified network control.
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What security features do Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules offer?
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Catalyst 9000 modules include hardware-based TrustSec, MACsec encryption, segmentation with SDA, and embedded threat detection to secure network traffic.
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What redundancy features are available on Catalyst 9000 modules?
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They support dual supervisors, redundant power and fan trays, nonstop forwarding, and stateful switchover to ensure high availability and zero downtime.
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How do I upgrade or replace Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules?
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To upgrade, simply hot-swap the existing line card with a new module. The process is seamless and does not interrupt active network services.
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What warranty covers Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules?
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Cisco Catalyst 9000 Switch Modules come with a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90-day software updates; extended support is available through Cisco SMARTnet service.
