C9400-SSD-960GB – 960GB M2 SATA SSD – Catalyst 9400
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C9400-SSD-960GB Description
C9400-SSD-960GB is a Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series M.2 SATA SSD module that adds 960GB of supervisor-local storage for Catalyst 9400 modular switch deployments, especially when the supervisor needs local capacity for container-based application hosting and operational files. Cisco lists the orderable PID as a 960GB M2 SATA memory option for the supervisor, the supervisor board uses an M.2 connector for the SATA SSD module, Cisco IOS accesses the mounted storage as disk0: with standard file operations, and the SSD is not hot-swappable, so installation or replacement requires powering down the system.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Product ID |
C9400-SSD-960GB |
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Product type |
M2 SATA SSD module |
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Cisco ordering description |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 960GB M2 SATA memory (Supervisor) |
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Storage capacity |
960GB |
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Storage interface |
M2 SATA |
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Hardware role |
Supervisor storage |
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Supervisor placement |
M2 connector on Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor |
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Default file system format |
EXT4 |
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Supported file systems |
EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 |
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Mounted file system |
disk0: |
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Supported file operations |
Read, write, delete, format, and copy file operations |
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Hot-swap support |
Not supported; the system must be powered down for SSD installation or replacement |
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Minimum software release |
Cisco IOS XE Everest 16.6.1 |
Application Scenarios
Use C9400-SSD-960GB when the Catalyst 9400 bill of materials calls for the largest Cisco-listed M2 SATA supervisor storage option in this SSD group.
The 960GB SSD supports Catalyst 9400 projects where local supervisor storage is needed for application hosting, packet collection, testing, monitoring, or operational files.
When replacing an existing supervisor SSD or aligning a new configuration, match the selected capacity to the customer’s file-storage plan and schedule the work around the required power-down window.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
C9400-SSD-960GB | ||
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Product type |
M2 SATA SSD module |
M2 SATA SSD module |
M2 SATA SSD module |
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Storage capacity |
960GB |
480GB |
240GB |
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Storage interface |
M2 SATA |
M2 SATA |
M2 SATA |
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Hardware role |
Supervisor storage |
Supervisor storage |
Supervisor storage |
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Supervisor placement |
Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor M2 connector |
Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor M2 connector |
Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor M2 connector |
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Default file system format |
EXT4 |
EXT4 |
EXT4 |
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Supported file systems |
EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 |
EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 |
EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 |
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Mounted file system |
disk0: |
disk0: |
disk0: |
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Cisco ordering description |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 960GB M2 SATA memory (Supervisor) |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 480GB M2 SATA memory (Supervisor) |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 240GB M2 SATA memory (Supervisor) |
- C9400-SSD-960GB is the highest-capacity Catalyst 9400 M2 SATA supervisor storage option listed in this 240GB, 480GB, and 960GB group.
- The comparison is a storage-capacity decision; these SSD SKUs do not add Ethernet ports, PoE output, chassis slots, uplink bandwidth, or software entitlement.
- For replacement projects, confirm whether the existing supervisor uses 240GB, 480GB, or 960GB storage before approving a like-for-like or capacity-upgrade order line.
- For new builds, align the SSD capacity with the application-hosting plan and the customer’s operational file-retention requirements. Related SKU checks: C9400-SSD-240GB. Related comparison SKUs: C9400-SSD-480GB.
Selection Guide
1. Choose this SKU for the 960GB Catalyst 9400 SSD option
Select C9400-SSD-960GB when the design specifically requires the Cisco-listed 960GB M2 SATA supervisor storage module.
2. Keep the order tied to supervisor storage
This SKU belongs to the Catalyst 9400 supervisor storage path. It should not be substituted for a supervisor engine, line card, fan tray, power supply, network module, or license.
3. Confirm software and file-system handling
Cisco documentation lists M2 SATA support from Cisco IOS XE Everest 16.6.1, with EXT4 as the default file-system format and EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 support. Confirm the running software and any disk0: files before formatting or replacing the module.
4. Plan the maintenance window before replacement
Cisco states that the M2 SATA SSD module does not support hot-swapping, so installation or replacement should be planned for a powered-down maintenance window.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
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Exact SKU |
C9400-SSD-960GB |
Prevents substitution with the 240GB or 480GB Catalyst 9400 SSD option |
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Target Platform |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor |
Confirms the module is being ordered for supervisor storage |
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Software Context |
Cisco IOS XE release and M2 SATA support |
Reduces deployment risk before installation or replacement |
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File-System Plan |
EXT4 default, with EXT2 and EXT3 support if required |
Helps the engineer plan disk0: preparation and file handling |
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Existing Data |
Files that may need to be copied before formatting or replacement |
Avoids losing operational files stored on the supervisor SSD |
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Maintenance Window |
System power-down requirement for SSD installation or replacement |
Prevents scheduling the work as a hot-swap task |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
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| Product ID | C9400-SSD-960GB | Product type | M2 SATA SSD module |
| Cisco ordering description | Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 960GB M2 SATA memory (Supervisor) | Storage capacity | 960GB |
| Storage interface | M2 SATA | Hardware role | Supervisor storage |
| Supervisor placement | M2 connector on Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series Supervisor | Default file system format | EXT4 |
| Supported file systems | EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 | Mounted file system | disk0: |
| Supported file operations | Read, write, delete, format, and copy file operations | Hot-swap support | Not supported; system power-down is required |
| Minimum software release | Cisco IOS XE Everest 16.6.1 | Related SSD capacities | 240GB, 480GB, and 960GB |
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