Product Type | Software License |
License Name | DCN-SYNCE-XF= GM License |
Supported Platform | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Fixed Switches |
Functionality | Enables Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) and PTP Grandmaster Clock |
Compatible Series | Nexus 9300, 9500 Fixed Switches |
Target Use Case | Synchronized data center infrastructure deployments |
Form Factor | License Key (Digital Software Activation) |
Power Requirements | Not applicable (license only) |
CISCO DCN-SYNCE-XF= GM License for Nexus 9K Fixed Switch


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- Provides reliable network timing with Grandmaster clock and SyncE capability, boosting performance in critical applications
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for secure government and enterprise environments
- Spare license format supports fast replacement and minimal downtime in large-scale deployments
Product Overview
The CISCO DCN-SYNCE-XF= license provides synchronization capabilities for Nexus 9000 Series fixed switches. It enables Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) and Grandmaster clock features for precise network timing. TAA-compliant and manufactured in the United States, it’s designed for secure deployments. Ideal for data centers and synchronized infrastructure, it enhances timing accuracy where network consistency is vital. Technical specifications beyond compliance details are not available.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
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Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Compliant Standards | IEEE 1588v2, SyncE, TAA |
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Advanced Security Features
Security Functionality | Secure time synchronization; timing accuracy toward improved deterministic behavior in network fabric |
Deployment Compatibility | Secure data centers and regulated environments |
Security Compliance | Supports secure network timing infrastructure policies |
Role in Network Infrastructure | Timing and synchronization authority (PTP Grandmaster) |
Interfaces
Compatible Network Interfaces | 10/25/40/100G Ethernet ports on Nexus 9K Fixed models |
Synchronization Protocols | Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE), IEEE 1588 PTP |
Physical & Environmental
Physical Delivery | Electronic software delivery |
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Cloud Management & Licensing
License Type | Feature Enablement License |
License Delivery Method | Digital (Cisco Software Central) |
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI / GUI |
Cloud Managed | Optional through Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
License Duration | Perpetual |
License Term | Perpetual (one-time purchase) |
Included Features | SyncE, Grandmaster Clock, network timing accuracy |
Supported Management Platforms | Cisco DCNM, Cisco NX-OS |