Product Type | Line Card |
Form Factor | Plug-In Card |
Compatible Chassis | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches |
Port Configuration | 48 x 25GE/10GE/1GE |
Maximum Data Rate per Port | 25 Gbps |
Total Switching Capacity | 2.4 Tbps |
Forwarding Rate | 1.2 Bpps (billion packets per second) |
Weight | 7.54 lbs (3.42 kg) |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 206W |
Power Consumption (Maximum) | 248W |
Cisco Catalyst 9600 48-Port 25GE/10GE/1GE Line Card TAA

Key Benefits

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- Delivers high port density and multi-speed Ethernet, supporting scalable enterprise networks.
- TAA compliance ensures eligibility for U.S. federal and government contracts.
- Modular plug-in card design allows seamless integration into Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series infrastructure.
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 48-Port line card (model C9600-LC-48YL++=) delivers multirate Ethernet support through its 48 high-speed ports configured for 25GE, 10GE, and 1GE. Designed for integration into Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series switches, this plug-in module features a 25 Gbps data rate and Gigabit Ethernet protocol. Its TAA compliance and compact form factor enable flexible deployment in secure and space-conscious environments. Manufactured in Mexico, it suits deployment in federally regulated enterprises seeking high network throughput and future-ready architecture.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
Height | 1.7 in (4.32 cm) |
Depth | 21.75 in (55.25 cm) |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cooling | Chassis-based airflow (fan tray required in chassis) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Integrated via Catalyst 9600 switch chassis |
Software Licensing | Cisco DNA license required (Essentials, Advantage, or Premier) |
Supported Management Platforms | Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure |
Telemetry Support | Yes, via model-driven telemetry |
Software Upgrades | Via Cisco IOS XE (common image across Catalyst 9000 family) |
Interfaces
Network Interface Type | Ethernet 25GBase, 10GBase, 1000Base |
Interface Ports | 48 x SFP28/SFP+ ports |
Port Type | SFP28 (backward compatible with SFP+ and SFP) |
Port Speeds Supported | 1 GbE, 10 GbE, 25 GbE |
Transceiver Support | SFP/SFP+/SFP28 transceivers |
Throughput | Up to 2.4 Tbps |
Switch Fabric Bandwidth | Fully distributed architecture |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC Class A, UL/CSA 60950, CE, VCCI |
Safety Standards | UL/IEC/EN 60950-1, UL/IEC/EN 62368-1 |
Advanced Security Features
Segmentation Support | Yes, with Cisco TrustSec and SGT-based policies |
MACsec Encryption | Yes, hardware-based line-rate encryption |
Role-Based Access Control | Yes, via Cisco ISE integration |
Enforcement Features | Segment routing, microsegmentation |