Product Type | Modular line card |
Form Factor | Plug-in module for Cisco Catalyst 9400 chassis |
Module Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Chassis |
Number of Ports | 48 |
Port Types | 24 x mGig RJ-45 + 24 x UPOE RJ-45 |
Power over Ethernet | Cisco UPOE (Up to 60W per port) |
Weight | 5.4 kg (11.9 lb) |
Power Consumption (typical) | 200W |
Power Consumption (maximum) | 275W |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port UPOE, 24p mGig 24p RJ-45



Key Benefits

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- - Supports a flexible mix of mGig and UPOE ports, enabling deployment versatility for modern enterprise networks
- - TAA compliance makes it a strong candidate for government and federally regulated IT projects
- - Designed as part of the modular Catalyst 9400 series, allowing scalable performance and investment protection
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port UPOE line card (model C9400-LC-48UX++=) is engineered for enterprises requiring a highly scalable and resilient modular access platform. Offering a total of 48 network ports, it balances 24 multi-Gigabit (mGig) and 24 standard RJ-45 UPOE ports, enabling flexible connectivity across a wide range of devices and services.
Designed to be a key component of the Catalyst 9400 modular chassis system, this unit adheres to TAA compliance for deployment in federal and government projects. The inclusion of UPOE functionality allows it to support power-hungry devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and video conferencing systems through standard Ethernet cabling.
For organizations seeking high-performance access layer aggregation with flexible power and throughput capabilities, this module delivers an optimal balance of density, compliance, and future-ready design.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Access Point Power Support | Supports powering Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E APs via UPOE |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Environmental Compliance | Yes (WEEE, RoHS, REACH) |
Certifications | FCC Part 15 Class A, UL/CSA 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN55032 Class A |
Advanced Security Features
MACsec Encryption Support | Yes, 256-bit |
Segmentation | Supported (Cisco TrustSec) |
Policy Enforcement | Yes, through Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) |
Secure Boot | Yes |
Software Image Verification | Yes (Cisco Secure Boot and run-time defense) |
Interfaces
Interface Type | RJ-45 Ethernet |
Multi-Gigabit Ports | 24 x 100Mbps/1G/2.5G/5G/10G |
Standard RJ-45 Ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet |
UPOE Support | Yes, 60W per port on all 48 ports |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 10 Gbps per port |
Total Switching Capacity | Up to 480 Gbps per line card |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 14.35 x 21.73 in (4.4 x 36.45 x 55.2 cm) |
Product Height | 1.73 in |
Product Width | 14.35 in |
Product Depth | 21.73 in |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) | 392,780 hours |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco IOS XE via Catalyst 9400 supervisor module |
Software Features | Supports Cisco DNA Center, NetFlow, MACsec |
Licensing Model | Cisco Smart Licensing |
DNA Licensing Required | Yes, for advanced features |
Stacking Support | Yes, via Supervisor and StackWise Virtual |