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C9600-LC-24C – 24 x 100G Ports – Catalyst 9600 Line Card
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C9600-LC-24C Description
Cisco Catalyst C9600-LC-24C, also known as the Catalyst 9600 24-port QSFP28 line card, delivers high-density 100G and 40G fiber aggregation for campus core and data center distribution networks. This module, compatible with both C9600-SUP-1 and C9600X-SUP-2 supervisor engines, supports up to 24 non-blocking 100G/40G ports per card and enables flexible scaling, reliable performance, and simplified upgrades for the Catalyst 9606R chassis. The C9600-LC-24C is ideal for organizations seeking scalable, high-bandwidth core switching.
Product Highlights
Ports
Slot Bandwidth(C9600X-SUP-2)
Slot Bandwidth(C9600-SUP-1)
Quick Specs
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Ports |
24 x QSFP28 (100G/40G) |
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Supervisor Compatibility |
C9600-SUP-1 / C9600X-SUP-2 |
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Max Per Card Bandwidth |
4.8 Tbps (SUP-2) / 2.4 Tbps (SUP-1) |
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Max Power Consumption |
280W (SUP-2) / 200W (SUP-1) |
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MTBF |
710,750 hours |
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Dimensions |
1.7 × 15.0 × 13.41 in (4.32 × 38.1 × 34.06 cm) |
Key Features
24 High-Speed QSFP28 Ports
Supports up to 24 non-blocking QSFP28 interfaces for 100G and 40G, enabling high-capacity aggregation in campus core and data center networks.
Dual Supervisor Compatibility & Seamless Scalability
Works with both C9600X-SUP-2 and C9600-SUP-1 supervisor engines, allowing easy upgrades and future-ready expansion. Delivers up to 4.8 Tbps per slot with SUP-2.
Flexible Deployment and Investment Protection
Enables mixed deployment with other Catalyst 9600 line cards; suitable for core and distribution layers with evolving traffic needs.
Robust Security & Network Policy
Offers hardware-level access control, advanced QoS, and secure traffic segmentation for reliable, enterprise-class networking.
Operational Excellence & Automation Ready
Supports hot swapping, tool-free installation, and Cisco programmability (NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG), with advanced monitoring and flexible SDM templates.
High Reliability, Energy Efficient, and Global Compliance
Features high MTBF (710,750 hrs), low power draw, and compliance with CE, UL, FCC, RoHS, and other global standards for mission-critical environments.
Applications Scenarios
Enterprise Campus Core & Distribution
Ideal for large-scale campus environments needing 100G/40G fiber aggregation and scalable, resilient core infrastructure.
Data Center Interconnect & Aggregation
Perfect for data centers requiring high-bandwidth, low-latency 100G/40G connections between core and spine/leaf layers.
Carrier & Service Provider Networks
Reliable for ISPs, carriers, and cloud providers building high-capacity aggregation and backbone layers with future-proof scalability.
Hardware & Module Support
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
C9600-LC-24C |
C9600-LC-40YL4CD | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Port Types |
24x QSFP28 (100G/40G) |
48x SFP56 (50/25/10/1G) |
40x SFP56 (50/25/10G), 2x QSFP56, 2x QSFP-DD |
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Supervisor Support |
SUP-1, SUP-2 |
SUP-1, SUP-2 |
SUP-1, SUP-2 |
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Max 100G Ports |
24 |
N/A |
2 |
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Max 40G Ports |
24 |
N/A |
2 |
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Max 50G/25G/10G Ports |
N/A |
48 |
40 |
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Slot Bandwidth |
4.8 Tbps (SUP-2) |
4.8 Tbps (SUP-2) |
4.8 Tbps (SUP-2) |
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Power Consumption |
280W (SUP-2) |
300W (SUP-2) |
420W (SUP-2) |
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Dimensions (H×W×D) |
1.7×15.0×13.41 in |
1.7×15.0×13.41 in |
1.7×15.0×13.41 in |
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MTBF |
710,750 hrs |
640,750 hrs |
580,420 hrs |
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MACsec Support |
Yes (UADP 3.0 ASIC only) |
UADP ASIC only |
Yes |
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Hot Swappable |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Front Panel Components
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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 |
100G QSFP28 or 40G QSFP+ ports |
7 |
Port Link LED for the port in the bottom row |
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4 |
RFID embedded on the left ejector lever |
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Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Parameter | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product ID | C9600-LC-24C | Line Card Type | 24-port 100G/40G QSFP28 |
| Compatible Chassis | C9606R | Supervisor Compatibility | C9600X-SUP-2, C9600-SUP-1 |
| Fan Tray Compatibility | C9606-FAN | Power Supply Support | C9600-PWR-3KWAC, C9600-PWR-2KWAC, C9600-PWR-2KWDC |
| Port Types | 24x QSFP28 (supports 100G/40G) | Pluggable Optics | QSFP28 |
| Non-blocking Architecture | Yes | Slot Bandwidth | 4.8 Tbps (SUP-2), 2.4 Tbps (SUP-1) |
| Maximum Port Density per Chassis | 96 (4 cards in C9606R) | Hot Swappable | Yes |
| MACsec Support | Supported (UADP 3.0 ASIC only) | Max Power Consumption | 280W (SUP-2), 200W (SUP-1) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 1.7 × 15.0 × 13.41 in (4.32 × 38.1 × 34.06 cm) |
Weight | 3.48 kg (7.67 lbs) |
| MTBF | 710,750 hours | Operating Temperature | -5°C to 45°C (up to 6,000 ft) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 75°C | Relative Humidity | 10% to 95%, non-condensing |
| Altitude | -60 to 3,000 m (-197 to 9,843 ft) | Energy Efficiency | 94% (typical) |
| Green Compliance | RoHS, WEEE, recyclable packaging | Regulatory Compliance | IEEE 802.3z, 802.3x, 802.3ab, CE, UL, FCC, VCCI, CCC, BSMI |
| Certifications | CE, UL, FCC, RoHS | Mixed Line Card Support | Yes, in any of 4 slots |
| Installation | Hot swappable, tool-free | Module MTBF | 710,750 hours |
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