C9600-LC-48S – 48 x 1G Ports – Catalyst 9600 Line Card

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C9600-LC-48S Description

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Cisco Catalyst C9600-LC-48S, also known as the Catalyst 9600 48-port SFP line card, provides high-density 1G and 100M fiber aggregation for campus access, distribution, and aggregation networks. This module, compatible with the C9600-SUP-1 supervisor engine, delivers up to 48 non-blocking SFP ports and 96Gbps full-duplex per slot bandwidth. Designed for the Catalyst 9606R chassis, the C9600-LC-48S is ideal for organizations that need reliable, secure, and scalable fiber connectivity in enterprise or service provider deployments.

Product Highlights

Ports
Slot Bandwidth
Max rated power

Quick Specs

Ports

48 x SFP (1G/100M)

Supervisor Compatibility

C9600-SUP-1

Max Per Card Bandwidth

96 Gbps full-duplex per slot

Max Power Consumption

160W

MTBF

640,750 hours

Dimensions

1.7 × 15.0 × 13.41 in (4.32 × 38.1 × 34.06 cm)

Key Features

48 High-Density SFP Ports

Delivers 48 non-blocking SFP ports supporting 1G and 100M speeds, ideal for large-scale fiber access, aggregation, or distribution.

96 Gbps Full-Duplex Bandwidth per Slot

Provides up to 96Gbps full-duplex per slot, ensuring wire-speed forwarding and non-blocking performance across all ports.

Optimized for C9600-SUP-1 Supervisor

Fully compatible with the C9600-SUP-1, allowing seamless integration and reliable scaling in Catalyst 9606R chassis.

Enterprise Security and Policy Enforcement

Supports hardware-based ACLs, advanced QoS, and network segmentation for secure, policy-driven enterprise networking.

Operational Excellence & Programmability

Hot-swappable design, tool-free installation, and Cisco automation support (NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG) for simplified operations and rapid deployment.

High Reliability, Energy Efficiency, and Compliance

MTBF up to 640,750 hours, low power consumption (160W max), 94% energy efficiency, and compliance with CE, UL, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, VCCI, CCC, BSMI.

Applications Scenarios

Enterprise Access & Aggregation

Perfect for enterprise or campus networks demanding high-density, secure, and scalable 1G/100M fiber access and aggregation.

Service Provider & Metro Networks

Ideal for ISPs and metro Ethernet providers deploying high-density, non-blocking fiber aggregation at scale.

Education & Healthcare Networks

Well suited for universities, schools, and hospitals requiring reliable, energy-efficient, and policy-driven fiber connectivity.

Hardware & Module Support

  • Chassis Compatibility: Cisco Catalyst 9606R chassis only
  • Supervisor Engine Compatibility: C9600-SUP-1
  • Fan Tray Compatibility: C9606-FAN (side-to-side airflow, 9 redundant fans)
  • Power Supply Compatibility: C9600-PWR-3KWAC, C9600-PWR-2KWAC, C9600-PWR-2KWDC
  • Port Support: 48 x SFP (supports 1G and 100M speeds)
  • Hot Swappable: All modules (line card, fan tray, PSU) are hot-swappable
  • Mixed Line Card Support: Can be used with other Catalyst 9600 line cards in any of the four slots
  • Slot Bandwidth: 96 Gbps full-duplex per slot

Product Comparison

Parameter

C9600-LC-48S

C9600-LC-48YL

C9600-LC-24C

Port Types

48x SFP (1G/100M)

48x SFP56 (50/25/10/1G)

24x QSFP28 (100G/40G)

Supervisor Support

SUP-1

SUP-1, SUP-2

SUP-1, SUP-2

Max 1G Ports

48

48

N/A

Max 100M Ports

48

N/A

N/A

Max 10G/25G/50G Ports

N/A

48

N/A

Max 100G Ports

N/A

N/A

24

Slot Bandwidth

96 Gbps full-duplex

4.8 Tbps (SUP-2)

4.8 Tbps (SUP-2)

Power Consumption

160W

300W (SUP-2)

280W (SUP-2)

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

MTBF

640,750 hrs

640,750 hrs

710,750 hrs

MACsec Support

UADP 3.0 ASIC only

UADP ASIC only

Yes (UADP 3.0 ASIC only)

Hot Swappable

Yes

Yes

Yes

Front Panel Components

1

Status LED

5

Ejector levers

2

Locate (Blue beacon) LED

6

Port Link LED for the port in the top row

3

Sharp-edge hazard icon

7

Port Link LED for the port in the bottom row

4

1G SFP ports

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Quality Certifications

Specifications

Parameter Value Parameter Value
Product ID C9600-LC-48S Line Card Type 48-port SFP (1G/100M)
Compatible Chassis C9606R Supervisor Compatibility C9600-SUP-1
Fan Tray Compatibility C9606-FAN Power Supply Support C9600-PWR-3KWAC, C9600-PWR-2KWAC, C9600-PWR-2KWDC
Port Types 48x SFP (1G/100M) Supported Speeds 1G, 100M
Non-blocking Architecture Yes Slot Bandwidth 96 Gbps full-duplex per slot
Maximum Port Density per Chassis 192 (4 cards in C9606R) Hot Swappable Yes
MACsec Support UADP 3.0 ASIC only Max Power Consumption 160W
Dimensions (H × W × D) 1.7 × 15.0 × 13.41 in
(4.32 × 38.1 × 34.06 cm)		 Weight 3.55 kg (7.83 lbs)
MTBF 640,750 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, IEEE 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 640,750 hours

Customer Reviews

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    Kamari Martinez
    Posted on 16/12/2023
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    5.0

    Documentation is a bit brief but product is excellent.

    Sloan Rivera
    Posted on 09/11/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Shipping was fast, all modules fit perfectly.

    Jaxtyn Hayes
    Posted on 28/10/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    No failures in eight months of use.

    Dulce Scott
    Posted on 18/10/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Support answered all config questions.

    Madisyn Foster
    Posted on 20/09/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Layer23-switch.com shipped quickly, support was responsive.

Questions & Answers

  • How many SFP/SFP+ ports are available on C9600-LC-48S line card?

    48 SFP/SFP+ ports.

  • Is this module best for fiber aggregation scenarios?

    Yes, designed to provide high-density fiber aggregation and flexible uplink capacity for campus or data center networks.

  • What is the recommended deployment role in a campus core?

    Distribution or core layer.

  • Is hot-swapping supported?

    Yes, the module is hot-swappable, reducing downtime during upgrades or maintenance.

  • Does the line card support port-based analytics or segmentation?

    Yes, via network management tools such as DNA Center or SNMP.

  • Are all ports line-rate at 10G?

    Yes, all ports can operate at full 10G speeds with no oversubscription.

  • What monitoring options are available?

    DNA Center, SNMP, and CLI.

  • What certifications or standards apply?

    Global safety and emissions.

  • How does it compare to C9600-LC-48YL?

    Different port types and speeds.

  • Is MACsec supported on this line card?

    Yes, if enabled in software for secure communications.

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Original price was: $23,040.00.Current price is: $7,254.87.
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Original price was: $23,040.00.Current price is: $7,254.87.