Product Description | Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 - switch - 36 ports - managed - rack-mountable - with QSFP-40/100-SRBD Transceiver |
Device Type | Switch - 36 ports - L3 - managed - with QSFP-40/100-SRBD Transceiver |
Packaged Quantity | 2 (specifications are for single item) |
Enclosure Type | Front and side to back rack-mountable 1U |
Ports | 36 x 100 Gigabit QSFP28 / 40 Gigabit QSFP28 |
Performance | Bandwidth: 7.2 Tbps ¦ Bandwidth: 2.8 bpps |
Capacity | Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol instances: 64 ¦ HSRP groups: 490 ¦ ACL entries (ingress): 5000 ¦ Maximum number of links in a port channel: 32 ¦ Maximum number of port channels: 512 ¦ ECMP paths: 64 ¦ Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) instances: 16000 ¦ VLANs supported: 3967 ¦ ACL entries (egress): 2000 ¦ IGMP snooping groups: 32000 ¦ Multicast routes: 32000 ¦ NAT entries: 1023 |
Routing Protocol | OSPF, RIP, RIP-2, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, MSDP, ECMP, MPLS |
Features | STP support, MSTP support, ACL support, port exhaust, vPC technology, MACsec support, VXLAN, SSM, EVPN, 40MB system buffer, 3 fan trays, POAP |
Power | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) - power supply not installed |
Power Redundancy | Optional |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.3 in x 24.5 in x 1.7 in |
Weight | 18.74 lbs |
Manufacturer Warranty | 1-year warranty |
Packaged Quantity | 2 (specifications are for single item) |
Device Type | Switch - 36 ports - L3 - managed - with QSFP-40/100-SRBD Transceiver |
Enclosure Type | Front and side to back rack-mountable 1U |
Ports | 36 x 100 Gigabit QSFP28 / 40 Gigabit QSFP28 |
Performance | Bandwidth: 7.2 Tbps ¦ Bandwidth: 2.8 bpps |
Capacity | Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol instances: 64 ¦ HSRP groups: 490 ¦ ACL entries (ingress): 5000 ¦ Maximum number of links in a port channel: 32 ¦ Maximum number of port channels: 512 ¦ ECMP paths: 64 ¦ Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) instances: 16000 ¦ VLANs supported: 3967 ¦ ACL entries (egress): 2000 ¦ IGMP snooping groups: 32000 ¦ Multicast routes: 32000 ¦ NAT entries: 1023 |
Routing Protocol | OSPF, RIP, RIP-2, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, MSDP, ECMP, MPLS |
Features | STP support, MSTP support, ACL support, port exhaust, vPC technology, MACsec support, VXLAN, SSM, EVPN, 40MB system buffer, 3 fan trays, POAP |
RAM | 24 GB |
Built-in Devices | 128 GB SSD |
Interfaces | 36 x 100Gbit/40Gbit LAN QSFP28 ¦ 1 x management RJ-45 ¦ 1 x management SFP+ ¦ 1 x USB ¦ 1 x serial (RS-232) |
Power Device | Internal power supply (not installed) |
Max Supported Qty | 2 |
Power Redundancy | Optional |
Voltage Required | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
Power Consumption Operational | 777 Watt |
MTBF | 352,590 hours |
Compliant Standards | RoHS |
Width | 17.3 in |
Depth | 24.5 in |
Height | 1.7 in |
Weight | 18.74 lbs |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - advance parts replacement - 1 year - response time: 10 days |
Min Operating Temperature | 32 °F |
Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
Humidity Range Operating | 5 - 95% (non-condensing) |
Min Storage Temperature | -40 °F |
Max Storage Temperature | 158 °F |
COO | BRAZIL / CHINA / MEXICO |
TAA compliance | Yes |
Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 36-Port 100G Switch with Optics (2-Pack)



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- Delivers ultra-high bandwidth and throughput suitable for high-performance data centers
- Includes 8x 100G optics and comprehensive Layer 3 features, reducing additional hardware investment
- Supports advanced security and virtualization features such as MACsec and VXLAN for scalable segmentation
Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 is a 36-port 100G/40G managed Layer 3 switch delivering up to 7.2 Tbps bandwidth and 2.8 bpps throughput. Bundled with 8x 100G optics and sold as a two-switch pack, this solution supports front and side-to-back rack mounting and features a 1U form factor ideal for high-density deployments. Advanced features include VXLAN, MACsec, and vPC support, robust protocol handling (OSPF, BGP, RIP, etc.), and hardware with 24 GB RAM and 128 GB SSD. Designed for scale, it supports up to 16,000 VRFs, 32K multicast routes, and 3967 VLANs, offering superior flexibility in multi-tenant or segmented network environments.
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