Product Type | Network Adapter |
Form Factor | Plug-In Card |
Device Type | Line Card |
Compatible Series | Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series |
Module Model | C9400-LC-48S++= |
Insertion Type | Hot-Swappable |
Weight | 9.55 lb (approx. 4.33 kg) |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 120W |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet SFP TAA Plug-In Card

Key Benefits

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- Ideal for enterprise networks requiring high-density fiber connectivity with modular SFP support
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for government and federally regulated applications
- Plug-in architecture enables simple upgrades and reduces downtime during deployment
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet (SFP) TAA plug-in card (model C9400-LC-48S++=) is designed for high-performance, enterprise-grade networking. It offers 48 nonblocking SFP ports with 1 Gbps throughput, supporting Gigabit Ethernet in a modular format optimized for Catalyst 9400 chassis. With dimensions of 14.92" x 14.57" x 1.6", it provides dense fiber connectivity in a compact layout. TAA compliance and quality manufacturing in Mexico make it ideal for regulated, secure deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 14.92 in (37.9 cm) |
Depth | 14.57 in (37.0 cm) |
Height | 1.6 in (4.06 cm) |
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 Type | Chassis-based |
MTBF | 474,860 hours |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Managed via Catalyst 9400 Supervisor Engine |
Software Licensing | Requires DNA License (Essentials/Advantage/Premier) |
Included Management Features | Centralized management via Cisco DNA Center |
Monitoring Capabilities | NetFlow, SNMP, Syslog |
Interfaces
Interface Type | SFP |
Total Ports | 48 |
Port Type | Gigabit Ethernet (SFP) |
Data Transfer Rate Per Port | 1 Gbps |
Total Aggregate Throughput | 48 Gbps |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Port Density | High Density |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, RoHS |
Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3z |
Safety Compliance | UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 |
Advanced Security Features
Network Access Control | 802.1X, MACsec |
Secure Boot | Yes |
Trust Anchor Technologies | Cisco Trust Anchor, Signed Image, Runtime Defense |
Encryption Support | MACsec 256-bit encryption |