Type | Line Card |
Form Factor | Plug-In Card |
Product Family | Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series |
Model | C9400-LC-48TX++= |
Weight | 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) |
Power Consumption | Up to 200W |
Intended Application | Campus and Branch Deployments |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port 10GbE RJ-45 Line Card



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- Offers 48-port 10GbE line rate performance, ideal for expanding high-speed enterprise networks
- Integrated MACsec encryption enhances network security without external add-ons
- Backed by Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty, ensuring reliable long-term deployment
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port 10 Gigabit Ethernet Line Card offers secure and scalable high-density switching for enterprise environments. This plug-in module supports 48 RJ-45 ports with up to 10 Gbps data transfer each, featuring built-in MACsec encryption and IEEE 802.1AE compliance for secure communications. Compact yet powerful, its 1.6-inch height fits well in constrained spaces, while the Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty provides long-term reliability. Ideal for branch and campus deployments, it ensures excellent scalability and performance standards.
Specifications
Product Overview
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Support | MACsec |
MACsec Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.1AE |
Layer 2–4 Packet Filtering | Yes |
Denial-of-Service Protection | Yes |
Port-Level Security | Yes |
Policy-Based Access Control | Yes |
Physical & Environmental
Height | 1.6 Inch (40.6 mm) |
Width | 14.92 Inch (379 mm) |
Depth | 14.57 Inch (370 mm) |
Mounting Type | Chassis Plug-In Module |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% - 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% - 95% (non-condensing) |
Warranty & Support
Warranty Type | Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty (ELLW) |
Support Coverage | Cisco Smart Net Total Care (optional) |
Interfaces
Interface Type | RJ-45 |
Port Count | 48 |
Data Transfer Rate per Port | 10 Gbps |
Total Switching Capacity | 960 Gbps |
Aggregate Throughput | 720 Mpps |
Interface Standard | 10GBASE-T |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, web UI |
Software Licensing | Requires Cisco DNA software license (Essentials, Advantage, or Premier) |
Included Cloud Features | DNA Assurance, Software-Defined Access (SDA) |
Remote Management | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Part 15 Class A, VCCI Class A |