Brand: Cisco · SKU: C9600 Series · MPN: Varies by component (e.g., C9606R for chassis) · Category: Networking
The Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches are high-performance, modular core switches designed for enterprise networks, supporting next-generation connectivity, advanced security, and simplified network management. They are built for secure and reliable campus core and data center operations. The series is part of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 family and is built upon the foundation of the Catalyst 9000 architecture, offering scale and security for always-on environments. A fully assembled switch typically includes the chassis (e.g., C9606R), at least one or two supervisor engines (e.g., C9600-SUP-1 or C9600X-SUP-2), at least one line card, a fan tray, and at least two power supplies. The C9606R chassis supports a wired switching capacity of up to 25.6 Tbps, with up to 6.4 Tbps of bandwidth per slot.
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable (C9606R is 8U) |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| High Availability | N+1 power/fan redundancy, 1+1 supervisor redundancy (ISSU support) |
| Security Features | MACsec encryption, Secure Boot, Talos threat intelligence |
| Bandwidth Per Slot | Up to 6.4 Tbps |
| Chassis Slot Details | 6 x Expansion Slot (for line cards) |
| Port Options (General) | 1G/10G/25G/40G/100G/200G/400G (via line cards) |
| Supervisor Engine Support | C9600-SUP-1 and C9600X-SUP-2 |
| Switching Capacity (Chassis) | Up to 25.6 Tbps (with Supervisor Engine 2) |
| Warranty | Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty (E-LLW) / Lifetime Warranty |
| Weight | Approximately 55.91 lb for C9606R Chassis |
| Dimensions | C9606R Chassis: Height: 13.9", Width: 17.4", Depth: 16.1" |
The Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series is a modular core switching platform designed for resiliency, scale, and security in enterprise campus networks. It supports a wide range of granular port densities up to 400 Gigabit Ethernet, utilizing advanced ASICs (UADP 3.0 and Silicon One Q200) for high performance and future-proofing. It is a foundational building block for the Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA), enabling simplified complexity, automation, and integration with solutions like SD-Access.
Yes, this Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Modular Core Switches (C9600 Series) 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 Catalyst 9600 Series Modular Core Switches includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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