Cisco Nexus 9400 Chassis with 8 Linecard Slots, N9K-C9408

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  • 4RU chassis supporting 8 modular linecard slots
  • 10Gbps wired switching throughput
  • IEEE 802.1ae compliance for MAC layer security
  • 32GB RAM for enhanced switching performance
  • Multiple interfaces: RJ-45, RS232, 1/10-Gbps SFP, USB 3.0
  • Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking capabilities

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Key Benefits

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  • Highly modular design with 8 linecard slots enables scalable network growth.
  • Supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations for versatile deployment scenarios.
  • Includes 32GB RAM and multiple connection types to optimize high-volume traffic handling.

Product Overview

The Cisco Nexus 9400 Chassis with 8 Linecard Slots (N9K-C9408) is a modular, high-performance switch chassis built for enterprise and data center environments. This 4RU system supports eight linecard modules and delivers Layer 2 and Layer 3 wired switching at 10Gbps throughput. It complies with IEEE 802.1ae and includes 32GB RAM to manage demanding network loads. Connectivity options include RJ-45, RS232, 10/100/1000BASE-T, 1/10-Gbps SFP, and USB 3.0. With TAA compliance and a 1-year limited hardware warranty, the chassis is ideal for scalable, secure, and reliable network infrastructure.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Modular Ethernet Switch Chassis
Model Cisco Nexus 9400 Series
Product Name Cisco Nexus 9400 Chassis with 8 Linecard Slots
Manufacturer Part Number N9K-C9408
Rack Units 4RU
Max Installed Linecards 8
Switching Capacity Up to 12.8 Tbps
Forwarding Rate Up to 4.8 Bpps
RAM 32 GB
Flash Memory 64 GB
Redundant Power Supply Support Yes
Power Requirements 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz
Hot-Swappable Components Linecards, Power Supplies, Fans
Warranty 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty

Wireless Features

Wireless Capabilities

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin China / Mexico
TAA Compliant Yes
RoHS Compliance Yes
Certifications UL, CSA, CE Marking, FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003

Advanced Security Features

Access Control Lists (ACLs) Standard and Extended Layer 2 and Layer 3 ACLs
Secure Management SSH, SNMPv3, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Control Plane Policing Yes
MACsec (802.1AE) Encryption Support Yes
Network Segmentation VRF, VLAN, VxLAN support

Interfaces

Management Ports 1x RJ-45 (Ethernet), 1x USB 3.0, 1x RS-232 Serial
Supported Linecard Port Types 1/10/25/40/50/100Gbps Ethernet
Available Interface Options SFP, SFP+, QSFP, QSFP28, QSFP-DD (via linecards)
Out-of-Band Management Yes

Physical & Environmental

Chassis Dimensions (H x W x D) 6.9 x 17.4 x 30 in (17.5 x 44.2 x 76.2 cm)
Weight (Fully Loaded Approx.) 130 lbs (59 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% (noncondensing)
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% (noncondensing)
Noise Level Typical 77 dBA

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Interface Cisco NX-OS CLI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), REST APIs
Cloud Monitoring Compatibility Via Cisco DCNM and Nexus Dashboard
Licensing Model Cisco Smart Licensing
Included Licenses Base license included; feature licenses optional
Telemetry & Analytics Integrated with Cisco Nexus Insights and Nexus Dashboard