Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M6PQ Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-N9K-M6PQ | Part #: N9K-M6PQ | MPN: N9K-M6PQ
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About the Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M6PQ Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
The Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M6PQ line card delivers six 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports with aggregate bandwidth up to 240 Gbps, enabling network engineers to build high-density interconnect fabrics within modular datacenter environments. This expansion module supports 4x10GbE breakout capability per port, offering flexible port density options for evolving enterprise traffic patterns.
The N9K-M6PQ is designed for installation in Cisco Nexus 9500 Series chassis (N9K-C9504, N9K-C9508, N9K-C9516) and operates on Cisco NX-OS and Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) platforms. The module provides Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing with full support for VXLAN, EVPN, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, PIM, IGMP, and FabricPath protocols. Comprehensive QoS capabilities—including hierarchical QoS, traffic classification, shaping, and policing—ensure deterministic performance across workloads. Management is simplified through Cisco DCNM, Cisco Nexus Dashboard, SNMP, CLI, and NETCONF integration.
Deployment Scenarios
- Datacenter spine-and-leaf fabric expansion for high-speed East-West traffic in cloud and virtualized environments
- Multi-tenant service provider networks leveraging VXLAN and EVPN overlay technologies
- Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) deployments requiring policy-driven segment routing and traffic isolation
- High-performance computing and big data clusters demanding low-latency, high-bandwidth interconnects
- Modular scaling of core switching capacity without entire chassis replacement
For network architects and IT procurement teams planning Nexus 9500 deployments, the N9K-M6PQ provides the port density and protocol flexibility required for modern datacenter operations. Contact Omnixon Global to request an RFQ and discuss integration with your infrastructure roadmap.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-N9K-M6PQ |
| Part Number | N9K-M6PQ |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N9K-M6PQ |
| Product Line | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series |
| Module Type | Line Card / Expansion Module |
| Compatible Chassis | Cisco Nexus 9500 Series (N9K-C9504, N9K-C9508, N9K-C9516) |
| Number of Ports | 6 |
| Port Type | 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ |
| Breakout Support | 4x10GbE per QSFP+ port (40GbE to 4x10GbE breakout) |
| Total Module Bandwidth | Up to 240 Gbps (6 x 40GbE) |
| Operating Modes | Cisco NX-OS; Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) |
| Supported Protocols | VXLAN, EVPN, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, PIM, IGMP, FabricPath |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing |
| Management Compatibility | Cisco DCNM, Cisco Nexus Dashboard, SNMP, CLI, NETCONF |
| Form Factor | Line card module for Nexus 9500 modular chassis |
| Transceiver Interface | QSFP+ (40GbE) |
| QoS Support | Hierarchical QoS, traffic classification, shaping, and policing |
| Product Series | Nexus 9000 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M6PQ Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
What does the Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M6PQ Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module do?
The Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M6PQ Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M6PQ Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Nexus 9000 N9K-M6PQ Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.