Brand: Cisco · SKU: ACI-N9KDK9 · MPN: ACI-N9KDK9 · Category: Networking
The Cisco ACI-N9KDK9 is the foundational software image and base operating system package for the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series switches (including both the Nexus 9300 fixed-configuration and Nexus 9500 modular chassis) when operating in Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) mode. This software enables the transition of hardware from standalone NX-OS mode to a policy-driven ACI fabric, supporting centralized automation, simplified management, and multi-tenancy. It provides the core capabilities required for the Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) to manage the switch as a leaf or spine node within a software-defined networking (SDN) environment. Key functionalities include support for VXLAN, integrated security policies, and high-performance Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding under the ACI policy model.
| Product Type | System Software / Base Image |
|---|---|
| Role Support | Leaf and Spine nodes |
| Operating Mode | ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) |
| Software Series | Cisco NX-OS Rel 11.x, 12.x, 14.x, 15.x, 16.x |
| Installation Type | Digital Download / Electronic Delivery |
| Supported Hardware | Cisco Nexus 9300 and 9500 Series Switches |
| Warranty | Standard Cisco Software Warranty (90 Days) |
| Weight | 0 lb |
| Dimensions | Not Applicable (Software) |
Cisco ACI-N9KDK9 serves as the primary software component for the Nexus 9000 family within an ACI fabric. It is required to initialize switches as part of an automated, policy-based data center network managed by Cisco APIC.
Yes, this Cisco Nexus 9000 Series ACI Base Software (ACI-N9KDK9) is 100% genuine Cisco hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Cisco Nexus 9000 Series ACI Base Software includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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