| Product Type | Network Module | 
| Product Series | Catalyst 9500 Series | 
| Compatible Products | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches | 
| Form Factor | Plug-in module | 
| Hot-swappable | Yes | 
| Power Consumption | Max 22 Watts | 
| Weight | 1.06 lb (0.48 kg) | 
CISCO Catalyst 9500 8 x 10GE Network Module C9500-NM-8X=

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- Provides eight high-speed 10GE ports, improving network scalability and throughput
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for U.S. government and public sector deployments
- Designed specifically for seamless integration into Cisco Catalyst 9500 infrastructure
Product Overview
The CISCO Catalyst 9500 8 x 10GE Network Module, part number C9500-NM-8X=, delivers eight 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports to expand the performance of Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches. Suitable for high-density enterprise use, it is TAA-compliant and manufactured in China and Mexico. This module enhances data throughput in demanding environments and integrates seamlessly into Cisco’s enterprise networking solutions, offering a flexible connectivity upgrade path for mission-critical applications.
Specifications
                      Product Overview
                      
                    
                    
                      Physical & Environmental
                      
                    
                    | Dimensions (W x D x H) | 1.75 x 14.5 x 11.5 in (approximate) | 
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) | 
| Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) | 
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% (non-condensing) | 
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) | 
| MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) | 514,150 hours | 
                      Cloud Management & Licensing
                      
                    
                    | Network Management | Cisco IOS XE with CLI, NetConf, RESTCONF, SNMP | 
| Licensing | No licensing required for module hardware | 
| Module Management Interface | Managed through host Catalyst 9500 switch | 
                      Interfaces
                      
                    
                    | Port Type | 10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP+) | 
| Number of Ports | 8 | 
| Interface Speed | 10 Gbps per port | 
| Aggregate Throughput | 80 Gbps | 
| Interface Connector Type | SFP+ | 
| Data Link Protocol | Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 
| Maximum Transmission Distance | Depends on SFP+ module used | 
                      Compliance & Origin
                      
                    
                    | TAA Compliant | Yes | 
| Country of Origin | China / Mexico | 
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | 
| Certifications | UL, CE Mark, FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, VCCI Class A, RCM, BSMI, EAC | 
| EMC Standards | EN 55032, EN 55024, CISPR 32 Class A | 
| Safety Standards | UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1 | 
                      Advanced Security Features
                      
                    
                    | MACsec Encryption Support | Yes (dependent on switch and software license) | 
| Secure Boot | Supported via host switch | 
| Hardware Encryption Acceleration | Supported via switch platform | 
 
              