N9K-C93240YC-FX2

The Cisco Nexus 93240YC-FX2 (N9K-C93240YC-FX2) is a 2U, fixed-configuration data center switch from the Nexus 9300-FX2 series. It is a high-density leaf switch optimized for cloud-scale environments, offering a mix of 25G SFP28 downlinks and 100G QSFP28 uplinks. It operates on Cisco NX-OS or ACI mode, making it ideal for high-performance computing (HPC), virtualized data centers, and 5G xHaul networks.

Key Features & Benefits

High-Density 25G/100G Connectivity

48 x 1/10/25G SFP28 downlink ports for server and storage connectivity.
12 x 40/100G QSFP28 uplink ports for high-speed spine connections.
Non-blocking switching capacity: 4.8 Tbps.
Forwarding rate: 2.8 Bpps.
40 MB shared packet buffer for traffic burst absorption.

Powerful Hardware & Scalability

4-core CPU with 24 GB DRAM / 128 GB SSD.
5x hot-swappable fan modules (N+1 redundancy) with Port-side Intake (PI) or Exhaust (PE) airflow.
Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies (750W or 1100W AC options).
Power consumption: 300W (typical) to 650W (max).

Advanced Data Center Features

Comprehensive protocol support: VXLAN EVPN, BGP, OSPF, vPC.
Wire-speed MACsec encryption on all ports for secure data transmission.
Precision Time Protocol (PTP/IEEE 1588v2) for accurate timing.
Telemetry, Python, REST API, NX-API for full programmability.
Manageable via CLI, GUI, DCNM, APIC.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Details
Part Number	N9K-C93240YC-FX2
Form Factor	2U Rack-mountable
Fixed Ports	48 x 1/10/25G SFP28; 12 x 40/100G QSFP28
Switching Capacity	4.8 Tbps (non-blocking)
Forwarding Rate	2.8 Bpps
Buffer	40 MB shared
CPU/Memory	4-core; 24 GB DRAM; 128 GB SSD
Management Ports	1 x RJ-45, 1 x SFP, 1 x USB, 1 x Console
Airflow	Port-side Intake (PI) or Port-side Exhaust (PE)
Power Supplies	Dual, hot-swappable (750W / 1100W AC)
Power Consumption	300W (typical); 650W (max)
Dimensions (WxDxH)	43.9 x 58.4 x 8.9 cm
Weight	10.8 kg (with fans & PSUs)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Operating System	Cisco NX-OS / ACI