| 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

Key Benefits
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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 |