C9600-LC-48TX – 48 x 10G Ports – Catalyst 9600 Line Card

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C9600-LC-48TX Description

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Cisco Catalyst C9600-LC-48TX, also known as the Catalyst 9600 48-port multigigabit copper line card, provides high-density 10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M Ethernet aggregation for modern campus and enterprise core networks. This module supports 48 multigigabit RJ45 ports, is compatible with both C9600-SUP-1 and C9600X-SUP-2 supervisor engines, and delivers 960 Gbps full-duplex per slot bandwidth. The C9600-LC-48TX is ideal for organizations seeking scalable, non-blocking copper connectivity for access, aggregation, or distribution layers.

Product Highlights

Ports
Slot Bandwidth
Max rated power

Quick Specs

Ports

48 x Multigigabit RJ45 (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M)

Supervisor Compatibility

C9600-SUP-1 / C9600X-SUP-2

Max Per Card Bandwidth

960 Gbps full-duplex per slot

Max Power Consumption

315W (SUP-2) / 315W (SUP-1)

MTBF

543,000 hours

Dimensions

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

Key Features

48 Multigigabit RJ45 Ports

Provides 48 non-blocking RJ45 copper ports, each supporting 10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G, 100M, and 10M speeds, perfect for both high-speed and legacy device aggregation in modern campus networks.

960 Gbps Full-Duplex Bandwidth per Slot

Delivers up to 960Gbps per slot, ensuring wire-speed forwarding for all ports even under full load, and eliminating network bottlenecks.

Supervisor Compatibility & Investment Protection

Compatible with both C9600-SUP-1 and C9600X-SUP-2 supervisors, supporting easy upgrades and mixed deployments in Catalyst 9606R chassis.

Robust Security & Policy Support

Hardware-based access controls, advanced QoS, and traffic segmentation deliver secure, reliable performance for enterprise and education environments.

Operational Excellence & Automation Ready

Hot-swappable design, tool-free installation/removal, and advanced Cisco programmability (NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG) for streamlined operations and rapid provisioning.

High Reliability, Energy Efficient, and Global Compliance

MTBF up to 543,000 hours, typical power efficiency of 94%, and compliance with CE, UL, FCC, RoHS, VCCI, CCC, BSMI for global deployments and sustainable IT.

Applications Scenarios

Enterprise Campus Core & Distribution

Suitable for large campuses or enterprises needing dense multigigabit copper aggregation with support for both modern and legacy Ethernet speeds.

Education & Healthcare Networks

Ideal for universities, schools, and hospitals where high-speed, flexible RJ45 connectivity is required for diverse end-user devices.

Government & Public Sector

Reliable choice for public sector and municipal networks demanding robust, standards-compliant copper aggregation and scalability.

Hardware & Module Support

  • Chassis Compatibility: Cisco Catalyst 9606R chassis only
  • Supervisor Engine Compatibility: C9600-SUP-1 and C9600X-SUP-2
  • 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 Multigigabit RJ45 ports (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M)
  • 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: Up to 4.8 Tbps per slot (SUP-2), 2.4 Tbps (SUP-1)

Product Comparison

Parameter

C9600-LC-48TX

C9600-LC-48YL

C9600-LC-24C

Port Types

48x RJ45 (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M)

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

24x QSFP28 (100G/40G)

Supervisor Support

SUP-1, SUP-2

SUP-1, SUP-2

SUP-1, SUP-2

Max 10G Ports

48

48

N/A

Max 5G/2.5G/1G Ports

48

48

N/A

Max 100G Ports

N/A

N/A

24

Slot Bandwidth

960 Gbps full-duplex

4.8 Tbps (SUP-2)

4.8 Tbps (SUP-2)

Power Consumption

315W (SUP-2)

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

543,000 hrs

640,750 hrs

710,750 hrs

MACsec Support

UADP ASIC only (not on SUP-2)

UADP ASIC only (not on SUP-2)

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

10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100 Mbps/10 Mbps RJ45 copper ports

7

Port Link LED for the port in the bottom row

4

RFID embedded on the left ejector lever

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Quality Certifications

Specifications

Parameter Value Parameter Value
Product ID C9600-LC-48TX Line Card Type 48-port Multigigabit RJ45
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 48x RJ45 (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M) Supported Speeds 10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G, 100M, 10M
Non-blocking Architecture Yes Slot Bandwidth 960 Gbps full-duplex per slot
Maximum Port Density per Chassis 192 (4 cards in C9606R) Hot Swappable Yes
MACsec Support Supported (UADP ASIC only, not on SUP-2) Max Power Consumption 315W (SUP-2), 315W (SUP-1)
Dimensions (H × W × D) 1.7 × 15.0 × 13.41 in
(4.32 × 38.1 × 34.06 cm)		 Weight 4.03 kg (8.88 lbs)
MTBF 543,000 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 543,000 hours

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    Hardware is solid, no compatibility issues.

    Hattie Wood
    Posted on 10/11/2023
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    5.0

    No downtime in six months of operation.

    Jasiah Martinez
    Posted on 24/10/2023
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    5.0

    Plug and play with C9600, support was fast.

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Questions & Answers

  • How many copper RJ-45 ports are included on C9600-LC-48TX line card?

    48 copper RJ-45 ports.

  • Which Catalyst 9600 chassis accept the 48TX module?

    9600 series chassis.

  • Is this card suitable for access layer deployments?

    Yes, it is specifically designed for high-density access layer connectivity in large campus or enterprise environments.

  • What is the recommended cable type for 10GBASE-T?

    Category 6A or better for 10G speeds.

  • Can the line card be replaced while powered?

    Yes, hot-swapping is supported for this line card, which allows for quick replacements without interrupting network services.

  • What security or management features are supported?

    Standard Catalyst security and monitoring tools.

  • What is the maximum power usage?

    See datasheet for specific wattage.

  • Are there any software limitations for port count?

    Check release notes for software details.

  • Is VLAN and QoS supported on all ports?

    Yes, all ports support VLAN and QoS features for flexible network design.

  • How does it compare to fiber line cards?

    Copper ports for access, fiber for uplinks.

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