Cisco Catalyst C9300X-NM-8Y – Network Module

Guide price: Price range: £750.00 through £869.39 Ex. VAT

Overview

The Cisco Catalyst C9300X-NM-8Y is an optional uplink network module designed for Cisco Catalyst 9300X Series switches, adding flexible high-speed SFP28 uplink ports to support scalable aggregation and core connectivity. It provides eight SFP28 ports capable of operating at 25 Gb/s, 10 Gb/s, or 1 Gb/s per port depending on the installed Cisco optics, enabling adaptable link speeds for multi-generation network environments and bandwidth-intensive applications. The module is hot-swappable, integrates directly into the modular uplink slot of compatible 9300X switches, and supports advanced Cisco IOS XE networking, security and programmability features for enterprise campus deployments.

Key Features​

Port count: 8 × SFP28 uplink ports for high-speed connectivity. Supported speeds: 25 Gb/s, 10 Gb/s and 1 Gb/s per port depending on optics used. Transceiver compatibility: Supports Cisco SFP28, SFP+ and SFP optics as supported by the platform. Platform support: Designed exclusively for Cisco Catalyst 9300X Series switches (network modules not supported on standard 9300 models). Hot-swappable: Can be installed or replaced without powering down the switch, maintaining operational continuity. Use cases: Ideal for distribution/core uplinks, high-bandwidth uplinks to aggregation switches, data centre interconnects, or connections to high-speed servers.

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