Cisco Switch N9K-C9396TX - 10G/25G/100G , EVPN & Automation For
Cloud Networks
The Cisco Nexus 9396TX (N9K-C9396TX) is a high-density,
high-performance data center switch designed for modern cloud,
enterprise, and service provider networks. Featuring 96 flexible
1G/10G/25G Ethernet ports and 6 expansion slots for 40G/100G
uplinks, it delivers scalable bandwidth (3.6 Tbps throughput) with
ultra-low latency, making it ideal for AI/ML workloads,
virtualization, and storage networks.
Key Features & Benefits:
✅ Multi-Speed Ports: Supports 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G
connectivity, enabling seamless migration to higher speeds.
✅ EVPN/VXLAN Support: Enables software-defined networking (SDN) and
scalable multi-tenant cloud architectures.
✅ Cisco NX-OS Automation: Integrates with Ansible, Python, and REST
APIs for DevOps-friendly network automation.
✅ High Availability: Redundant power supplies, hot-swappable fans,
and 99.999% uptime reliability.
✅ Telemetry & Analytics: Real-time monitoring for predictive
maintenance and performance optimization.
Technical Specifications (N9K-C9396TX):
| Category | Specification |
|---|
| Ports | 96x 1G/10G/25G + 6x 40G/100G expansion slots |
| Throughput | 3.6 Tbps |
| Latency | <1 microsecond (cut-through switching) |
| Power Supply | Dual 1200W AC/DC (hot-swappable) |
| Cooling | Front-to-back airflow |
| OS | Cisco NX-OS with Docker & Kubernetes support |
| Security | MACsec, ACLs, RBAC, and micro-segmentation |
Ideal Use Cases:
Cloud & Hyperscale Data Centers – Supports VXLAN/EVPN for scalable
multi-cloud networking.
High-Frequency Trading (HFT) – Ultra-low latency for financial
applications.
AI/ML & HPC Clusters – High-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity for
GPU/CPU workloads.
Why Choose the Cisco Nexus 9396TX?
The N9K-C9396TX combines future-proof scalability, automation, and
carrier-class reliability, making it a top choice for enterprises
upgrading to 25G/100G data center networks. Its Cisco NX-OS ensures
seamless integration with ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure)
and third-party SDN solutions.
