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Cisco C9500-NM-2Q Catalyst 9500 Series 2-Port 40GbE QSFP+ Network Module for Optical Fiber
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The module integrates two QSFP+ expansion slots, each capable of 40GbE throughput using 40GBase-X network technology. It is optimized for optical fiber media, ensuring long-distance data transmission with minimal signal degradation.
Designed to minimize power and CPU utilization, it maintains efficient performance while supporting demanding network workloads. The hot-pluggable design allows for easy installation and maintenance without disrupting switch operations.
This section brings together practical product details such as Application/Usage, Media Type Supported, Ethernet Technology, Network Technology, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This network module enhances network capacity and performance with high-speed 40GbE connectivity, ideal for aggregating traffic and supporting bandwidth-intensive applications.
High-Speed Connectivity
Delivers 40Gbps data transfer rates per port, reducing bottlenecks and improving network throughput for optical fiber infrastructures.
- Supports 40GBase-X technology
- Optimized for low latency and high reliability
Scalable Design
Adds two 40GbE ports to Catalyst 9500 switches, enabling flexible network expansion without replacing core hardware.
- Hot-pluggable for easy upgrades
- Compatible with existing Catalyst 9500 deployments
Deployment / Use Cases
The C9500-NM-2Q is suited for environments requiring high-bandwidth optical fiber connections, such as data centers, enterprise backbones, and network aggregation points.
It can be used to connect servers, storage arrays, or other switches over long distances, leveraging optical fiber's speed and reach. Typical applications include data networking uplinks, optical network interconnects, and high-performance computing clusters.
Data Center Uplinks
Provides 40GbE connectivity between Catalyst 9500 switches and core network equipment, supporting scalable data center architectures.
Enterprise Backbone
Enhances network capacity for large offices or campuses, ensuring fast data transmission across optical fiber links.
Highlights
- 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet network module with QSFP+ connectors
- Supports 40GBase-X technology for 40Gbps data transfer rates
- Compatible with optical fiber media for long-distance transmission
- Designed for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches
- Hot-pluggable design for easy installation and maintenance
- Optimized to minimize power and CPU utilization
- Ideal for data networking and optical network applications
- Enables high-density 40GbE connectivity in scalable deployments
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9500-NM-2Q |
| Brand Name | Cisco |
| Product Name | Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+ |
| Product Type | Network Module |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Optical Network,Data Networking |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Ethernet Technology | 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 40GBase-X |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 2 |
| Expansion Slot Type | QSFP+ |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches |
FAQ
What is the speed and port count of the C9500-NM-2Q module?
The C9500-NM-2Q provides two ports, each supporting 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40GbE) speed using 40GBase-X technology. This allows for aggregate throughput of up to 80Gbps, suitable for high-bandwidth optical fiber networks.
Which Cisco switches is this network module compatible with?
This module is specifically designed for compatibility with Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches. It integrates seamlessly into these platforms to add 40GbE QSFP+ ports for network expansion.
What type of media does the C9500-NM-2Q support?
The module supports optical fiber media, enabling data transmission over fiber optic cables. It uses QSFP+ connectors, which are commonly paired with optical transceivers for long-reach and high-speed connections.
What are the key applications for this network module?
Key applications include optical network and data networking environments, such as data center uplinks, enterprise backbone connections, and high-performance server interconnects. It is ideal for scenarios requiring scalable 40GbE over optical fiber.
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