| Product Type | Network Adapter |
| Form Factor | QSFP28 |
| Model Number | N9K-X97160YC-EX++= |
| Product Family | Cisco Nexus 9500 |
| Platform Compatibility | Cisco Nexus 9500 Series Switches |
| Supported Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Power Consumption | 270W (typical) |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Slot Type | Linecard Slot |
| Module Type | TAA-Compliant Linecard |
Cisco Nexus 9500 TAA Linecard 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G
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- 48-port support for 10G/25G Ethernet
- 4-port support for 100G high-speed connections
- Compliant with Trade Agreements Act (TAA)
- QSFP28 form factor compatibility
- Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet protocol
- Manufactured in Mexico
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- Provides scalable 10G/25G and 100G connectivity to meet growing data center traffic demands.
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for government and federally regulated environments.
- Built by Cisco, ensuring product reliability and interoperability within NX-OS Networking environments.
Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9500 NX-OS TAA Linecard delivers high-density 10G/25G connectivity and includes four 100G ports for high-performance network environments. Manufactured in Mexico and TAA-compliant, it’s well-suited for government and regulated deployments. Supporting the QSFP28 form factor and 10 Gigabit Ethernet protocol, it operates on the Nexus NX-OS platform to provide scalable and low-latency connections. Ideal for data centers and enterprise core networks, this Cisco linecard delivers robust and reliable connectivity for future-ready infrastructure.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 15.3 x 20.6 x 1.7 inches (38.9 x 52.3 x 4.3 cm) |
| Weight | 17.3 lbs (7.85 kg) |
| 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 95% non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Cooling | Front-to-back or back-to-front airflow (dependent on chassis configuration) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Platform | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
| Supported Operating Mode | NX-OS standalone mode |
| Management Interface | CLI, SNMP, NetFlow, REST APIs |
| License Required | Yes, Cisco NX-OS Network Advantage License |
Interfaces
| Total Ports | 52 |
| 10G/25G Ports | 48 x SFP28 |
| 100G Ports | 4 x QSFP28 |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps / 25 Gbps / 100 Gbps |
| Port Type | SFP28 / QSFP28 |
| Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3by (25G), IEEE 802.3ba (40G/100G), IEEE 802.3ae (10G) |
| Transceiver Support | Hot-swappable SFP28/QSFP28 transceivers |
| Latency | <1 microsecond |
| Packet Buffer | 40 MB |
| Throughput | Up to 3.2 Tbps |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| TAA Compliance | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| EMC Compliance | FCC Part 15 (Class A), ICES-003 |
| Safety Certifications | UL/CSA, CE Mark, IEC/EN 60950-1 |
Advanced Security Features
| MACsec Encryption Support | Yes |
| ACLs | Yes (Ingress and Egress) |
| Control Plane Policing | Yes |
| Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |
| Storm Control | Yes |
