N9K-C93360YC-FX2-WS Cisco Excess Eligible for Support

Cisco Nexus N9K-C93360YC-FX2-WS: 96-Port 25G/100G Data Center Switch Next-Generation Nexus Switch for High-Density Networking The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93360YC-FX2-WS is an advanced, high-performance network switch from the Nexus 9000 Series. Engineered for enterprise-level data centers and complex network infrastructures, this switch delivers exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability. As an Excess Eligible product, it offers a cost-effective solution for organizations seeking powerful networking capabilities without the full price of new equipment. Product Specifications Specification Details Brand Cisco Product Series Nexus 9000 Model N9K-C93360YC-FX2-WS Form Factor 1U rack-mountable Total Ports 36 x 100G/40G QSFP28 ports Switching Capacity 7.2 Tbps Forwarding Rate 5.4 Bpps (Billion packets per second) Power Supply Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies Layer Support Layer 2 and Layer 3 MAC Address Table 512K entries VLAN Support 4,096 VLAN IDs Buffer Size 64 MB shared buffer Latency Sub-microsecond latency Stacking Support Virtual Port Channel (VPC), VXLAN, MPLS Routing Protocols BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS Security Features Advanced ACLs, MACsec encryption, Secure Boot Management Options CLI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), SNMP, SSH Dimensions Approximately 1.7 x 17.3 x 22.5 in (4.37 x 43.9 x 57.2 cm) Weight Around 22-24 lbs (10-11 kg) Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) Warranty Cisco Limited Hardware Warranty What is Cisco Excess Eligible for Support? Cisco Excess Eligible products provide: * Surplus inventory with validated functionality * Complete IOS version installation * Fully operational networking equipment * Potential minor cosmetic variations * Eligibility for Cisco Smart Net Total Care Service * Significant cost savings compared to new equipment * Part of Cisco's Circular Economy initiative * Identified by specific part number (-WS) and Excess labeling Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): 1. What distinguishes the N9K-C93360YC-FX2-WS in the Nexus lineup? This model stands out with its high-density 36 x 100G/40G port configuration, offering maximum bandwidth and connectivity for demanding data center environments. 2. What network environments are most suitable for this switch? Ideal for: * Hyperscale data centers * Cloud computing infrastructures * High-performance computing clusters * Enterprise networks requiring massive bandwidth * Financial trading and content delivery networks 3. How does the Excess Eligible status affect the switch's performance? Excess Eligible switches: * Maintain full functional capabilities * Undergo Cisco's rigorous quality checks * Provide cost-effective networking solutions * Offer identical performance to new units * Come with potential Smart Net Total Care eligibility 4. What are the key management and monitoring capabilities? Management is supported through: * Comprehensive Command-Line Interface (CLI) * Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) * SNMP monitoring * Secure SSH access * Advanced network visibility and control 5. What virtualization and networking technologies are supported? Supports advanced technologies including: * Virtual Port Channel (VPC) * VXLAN * MPLS * Software-defined networking architectures * Seamless integration with modern network designs 6. How significant is the switching and forwarding performance? * 7.2 Tbps switching capacity * 5.4 Bpps forwarding rate * Sub-microsecond latency * Supports ultra-high-performance network requirements * Ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications 7. What security features are integrated into the switch? Enhanced security includes: * Advanced Access Control Lists (ACLs) * MACsec encryption * Secure Boot technology * Role-Based Access Control * Comprehensive threat mitigation capabilities