Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches

SKU: N9K-X97160YC-EX | Part #: N9K-X97160YC-EX | MPN: N9K-X97160YC-EX

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About the Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28

Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28 is a Cisco Network Switches I/O module optimized for high-density 10 and 25 Gigabit Ethernet access with 100 Gigabit uplinks. This versatile line card bridges access and aggregation layers while maintaining non-blocking fabric architecture across the Nexus 9500 platform.

Key Features:

  • 48 ports supporting 10G/25G with flexible port speed configuration
  • 4 dedicated 100G QSFP28 uplink ports for core connectivity
  • 1.3 Tbps aggregate throughput with non-blocking forwarding
  • Support for MACSec encryption on all ports
  • Integrated DDM (Digital Diagnostic Monitoring) for optics management

Ideal for:

  • Virtualization environments requiring dense server connectivity
  • Hyperscale data centers consolidating access and aggregation tiers
  • Campus networks upgrading from 1G to 10/25G infrastructure

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Switches
SKUN9K-X97160YC-EX
Part NumberN9K-X97160YC-EX
ConditionNew
TypeLine Card
Ports48 ports 10G/25G with 4 ports 100G QSFP28
SeriesNexus 9500
Manufacturer Part NumberN9K-X97160YC-EX

Frequently Asked Questions about Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28

What does the Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28 do?

The Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28 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/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28?

Key specifications for the Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28: new condition; type Line Card; ports 48 ports 10G/25G with 4 ports 100G QSFP28; series Nexus 9500; manufacturer Cisco; manufacturer part number N9K-X97160YC-EX. Manufacturer part number N9K-X97160YC-EX. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28 compatible with my infrastructure?

The Nexus 9500 NX-OS linecard, 48p 10G/25G with 4p 100G QSFP28 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.