Cisco Catalyst SM to NIM Module Adaptor

Brand: Cisco | Category: Accessories & Components

SKU: C-SM-NIM-ADPT | Part #: C-SM-NIM-ADPT | MPN: C-SM-NIM-ADPT

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About the Cisco Catalyst SM to NIM Module Adaptor

Cisco Catalyst SM to NIM MODULE ADAPTOR is a Cisco Network Switches connectivity component engineered to provide interface flexibility between modular switch chassis and specialized network interface modules. Enables reconfiguration and capacity expansion of existing network infrastructure.

Key Features:

  • Seamless SM-to-NIM module adaptation for chassis compatibility
  • Supports flexible network module configuration and replacement
  • Enables infrastructure evolution without complete platform replacement
  • Cisco Catalyst ecosystem compatibility

Ideal for:

  • Enterprises upgrading network infrastructure with new module types
  • Data center and campus networks requiring flexible port configuration
  • Network teams optimizing chassis utilization and capacity planning

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryAccessories & Components
SKUC-SM-NIM-ADPT
Part NumberC-SM-NIM-ADPT
ConditionNew
Form factorSM-X
DescriptionCisco single-wide 2x NIM carrier module in SM-X form factor
NIM capacityUp to 2 NIMs are supported per carrier card without any performance or functionality limitations
Backplane connectionTwo 10-Gbps links
CompatibilityCatalyst 8300 Series platforms
Supported modulesA wide variety of NIMs, including the C-NIM Layer 3 WAN modules for the Catalyst 8000 platforms
Hot swapSupports full online insertion and removal
Maximum cards per chassisNo upper limit other than available SM-X slots
NIM density (C8300-2N2S-4T2X)2 NIM, 2 SM; 6x NIMs
NIM density (C8300-2N2S-6T)2 NIM, 2 SM; 6x NIMs