N9K-C9364C

The Cisco Nexus 9364C (N9K-C9364C) is a 2RU, high-density 100G data center spine switch. It is designed for large-scale cloud, AI/ML, and enterprise data center spine-leaf architectures. This model offers 64 x 40/100G QSFP28 ports in a compact form factor, supporting ultra-high bandwidth and low-latency switching. It runs Cisco NX-OS or ACI mode and is ideal for high-speed aggregation and core layers.

Key Features & Benefits

Ultra-High Density 100G Connectivity

64 x 40/100G QSFP28 ports (Ports 1-48: standard; Ports 49-64: wire-speed MACsec encryption).
2 x 1/10G SFP+ management/copper ports.
Total switching capacity: 12.8 Tbps.
Forwarding rate: 4.8 Bpps.
40 MB shared packet buffer.

Robust Hardware & Resiliency

Multi-core CPU, 16 GB DRAM / 64 GB SSD.
4x hot-swappable fan modules (N+1 redundancy).
Dual hot-swappable power supplies (1100W AC/DC).
Port-side Intake (PI) / Exhaust (PE) airflow.
Power consumption: ~600W (typical).

Advanced Data Center Features

VXLAN EVPN, BGP, OSPF, vPC, Segment Routing.
MACsec encryption on ports 49-64.
Telemetry, Python, REST API, NX-API.
PTP (IEEE 1588v2) precision timing.
Manageable via CLI, DCNM, APIC.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Details
Part Number	N9K-C9364C
Form Factor	2U Rack-mountable
Fixed Ports	64 x 40/100G QSFP28; 2 x 1/10G SFP+
MACsec Ports	16 ports (49-64)
Switching Capacity	12.8 Tbps (non-blocking)
Forwarding Rate	4.8 Bpps
Buffer	40 MB shared
CPU/Memory	Multi-core; 16 GB DRAM; 64 GB SSD
Power Supplies	Dual, hot-swappable 1100W AC/DC
Airflow	Port-side Intake (PI) / Exhaust (PE)
Dimensions (WxDxH)	43.9 x 62.3 x 8.9 cm
Weight	~10.4 kg (23 lb)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Operating System	Cisco NX-OS / ACI
Product Status	End of Sale (EoS) Jan 2024