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C9400-LC-48S – 48 Ports SFP – Catalyst 9400 line card
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| Weight | 12 kg |
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| Dimensions | 58 × 54 × 19 cm |
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C9400-LC-48S Description
C9400-LC-48S, also known as Cisco Catalyst 9400 48-Port 1G SFP line card, offers high-density, line-rate Gigabit fiber connectivity for the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series modular switches. This 48-port SFP card (C9400-LC-48S SFP) is perfect for enterprises seeking robust and scalable 1G fiber aggregation in the core, distribution, or access layer. Supporting up to 48 hot-swappable SFP modules, the card is compatible with all major supervisor engines, including C9400X-SUP-2XL and C9400X-SUP-2, delivering up to 480Gbps throughput per slot. Built-in MACsec-256 security, jumbo frame support, and industry-leading MTBF ensure secure, stable, and flexible deployments. As a 48-port fiber module for Catalyst 9400 switches, it enables seamless migration and reliable, future-ready fiber networking for demanding business environments.
Product Performance
Ethernet Ports
Maximum Bandwidth
Max rated power
Quick Spec
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Parameter |
Specification |
|---|---|
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Product Model |
C9400-LC-48S |
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Port Quantity |
48 SFP ports (1Gbps each) |
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Port Type |
SFP (1G Fiber) |
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Line-rate Capacity |
Up to 480 Gbps (SUP-2XL), 240 Gbps (SUP-2) |
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Supervisor Support |
All SUPs, optimal with SUP-2XL/SUP-2 |
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Jumbo Frame Support |
Up to 9216 bytes |
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MACsec |
IEEE 802.1AE (MACsec-256) hardware support |
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Min. Software |
IOS XE 16.8.1 or later |
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Max Power Usage |
170W |
Key Features
High-Density Fiber Ports
Provides 48 SFP slots for 1G fiber connectivity, enabling scalable Gigabit Ethernet deployment across enterprise core, distribution, or access layers.
Line-Rate Switching
Delivers up to 480Gbps per slot with compatible supervisors, supporting non-blocking, wire-speed performance for bandwidth-intensive networks.
Flexible Supervisor Compatibility
Fully supports all major Catalyst 9400 supervisor engines, allowing seamless integration and future upgrades without module replacement.
Built-in MACsec Security
Offers hardware-based IEEE 802.1AE MACsec-256 encryption, securing all fiber links and protecting sensitive business data at wire speed.
Jumbo Frame Ready
Supports jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes, ensuring efficient transfer of large files and optimized throughput for modern applications.
Hot-Swappable Design
Enables tool-less installation or replacement in any Catalyst 9400 chassis slot, minimizing downtime and simplifying maintenance for enterprise operations.
Product Highlights
- Non-blocking Gigabit Performance
Delivers 48 × 1 Gbps SFP ports with a full-duplex switching capacity of 48 Gbps per slot, ensuring zero-loss aggregation and uplink traffic. - Built-in MACsec Encryption
Hardware-accelerated IEEE 802.1AE (MACsec-256) secures data in transit without impacting throughput. - Jumbo-Frame Support
Optimizes large-packet transport up to 9 216 bytes across Layers 2–4 for server, storage, and virtualization traffic. - Wide Supervisor Compatibility
Seamlessly integrates with C9400-SUP-1, SUP-1XL, SUP-1XL-Y, C9400X-SUP-2, and SUP-2XL modules in any Catalyst 9400 chassis. - Versatile Deployment Applications Scenarios
Ideal for Gigabit Ethernet aggregation, Fiber-to-the-Desktop (FTTD), DSLAM/PON backhaul, and high-density campus or branch access.
Front View
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1 |
STATUS LED |
5 |
Ejector levers |
|---|---|---|---|
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2 |
LOCATE (blue beacon) LED |
6 |
PORT LINK LED for the port in the top row |
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3 |
Model or product number |
7 |
PORT LINK LED for the port in the bottom row |
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4 |
Captive installation screws |
8 |
Line card Radio Frequency Identifier (RFID) |
C9400-LC-48S Slot Bandwidth by SUP & Chassis
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Supervisor Engine |
Chassis |
Per-Slot Bandwidth |
Oversubscription |
|---|---|---|---|
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C9400X-SUP-2XL |
C9404R |
480 Gbps |
1:1 |
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C9407R |
480 Gbps |
1:1 | |
|
C9410R |
480 Gbps |
1:1 | |
|
C9400X-SUP-2 |
All |
240 Gbps |
1:1 |
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C9400-SUP-1XL / 1XL-Y |
All |
120–240 Gbps |
1:1 to 3:1 |
|
C9400-SUP-1 |
N/A |
Not Supported |
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Product Comparison
|
Parameter |
C9400-LC-48S | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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Ports |
48 × 1G SFP |
24 × 1G SFP |
24 × 10G SFP+ |
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Port Speed |
1G |
1G |
1G / 10G |
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MACsec Support |
Yes (256-bit) |
Yes (256-bit) |
Yes (256-bit) |
|
PoE Support |
No |
No |
No |
|
Jumbo Frames |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Slot Bandwidth |
Up to 480 Gbps |
Up to 480 Gbps |
Up to 480 Gbps |
|
Supervisor Support |
SUP-1XL / 2 / 2XL |
SUP-1XL / 2 / 2XL |
SUP-2 / 2XL only |
|
IOS XE Requirement |
16.6.1+ |
16.6.1+ |
17.3.1+ |
|
MTBF |
443,210 hours |
448,350 hours |
456,110 hours |
Line Card Supervisor Module Compatibility Overview
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– |
C9400-SUP-1 |
C9400-SUP-1XL |
C9400-SUP-1XL-Y |
C9400X-SUP-2 |
C9400X-SUP-2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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C9400-LC-12QC |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-24S |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-24XS |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-24XY |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48H |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48HN |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48HX |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48P |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48S |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48T |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48TX |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48U |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48UX |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
C9400-LC-48XS |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | C9400-LC-48S |
| Port Count | 48 × SFP ports |
| Port Speed | 1G fiber (SFP-based) |
| PoE Support | No |
| MACsec | Yes, 256-bit hardware encryption |
| Slot Bandwidth | Up to 480 Gbps (with SUP-2XL) |
| Supervisor Compatibility | SUP-1XL, SUP-2, SUP-2XL |
| Chassis Compatibility | C9404R, C9407R, C9410R |
| IOS XE Requirement | 16.6.1 or later |
| Energy Efficiency | IEEE 802.3az (EEE) |
| Jumbo Frame Support | Up to 9216 bytes |
| RFID | Integrated passive RFID tag |
| MTBF | 443,210 hours |
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Questions & Answers
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What’s the first thing to check if the fiber links on the 48S are all down?
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Which SFP caps are bundled with the 48S line card?
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How does the 48-fiber card compare to the 48-copper TX?
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Is there a RJ-45 replacement card for the 48S fiber only?
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What core aggregation designs favor the 48S module?
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Which LEDs indicate individual fiber port faults on the 48S?
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How to hot-swap a 48S line card in a live chassis?
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Which SFP transceivers (SR/LR) are validated for the 48S?
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How can I test each 48S port with loopback?
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Can I downgrade IOS before removing the 48S card?
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Which installation tools come with the 48S?
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How do I clear MAC-FLT logs on the 48S?
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What routine cleaning prevents dust on the 48S port cage?
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Does the 48S support jumbo frames up to 9 216 bytes?
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Which CLI commands show 48S optical RX/TX power?
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