C9600-LC-48YL – 48 x 50G Ports – Catalyst 9600 Line Card

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C9600-LC-48YL Description

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Cisco Catalyst C9600-LC-48YL, also called the Catalyst 9600 48-port SFP56 line card, delivers ultra-high-density fiber aggregation for enterprise core, distribution, and large campus networks. Compatible with both C9600-SUP-1 and C9600X-SUP-2 supervisor engines, it ensures flexible scaling, long-term investment protection, and seamless upgrades in the C9606R chassis. The module features non-blocking architecture, advanced security with MACsec support, robust automation, and best-in-class reliability for next-generation campus and data center networking.

Product Highlights

Ports
Slot Bandwidth(C9600X-SUP-2)
Slot Bandwidth(C9600-SUP-1)

Quick Specs

Ports

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

Supervisor Compatibility

C9600-SUP-1 / C9600X-SUP-2

Slot Bandwidth

4.8 Tbps (SUP-2) / 2.4 Tbps (SUP-1)

Max Power Consumption

300W (SUP-2) / 230W (SUP-1)

MTBF

640,750 hours

Dimensions

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

Key Features

48 High-Speed SFP56 Ports

Provides 48 non-blocking SFP56 ports supporting 50G, 25G, 10G, and 1G speeds, ideal for high-density campus core, data center aggregation, or ISP deployments demanding maximum flexibility and bandwidth.

Dual Supervisor Compatibility & Seamless Scalability

Fully compatible with both C9600X-SUP-2 and C9600-SUP-1 supervisor engines, enabling easy future upgrades and mixed deployments. Supports slot bandwidth up to 4.8 Tbps (SUP-2) for seamless expansion.

Future-Proof Non-blocking Architecture

Ensures line-rate performance on all ports, eliminating bottlenecks for evolving cloud, video, and critical enterprise workloads. Ready for large-scale Layer 2/3 campus and segmented network environments.

Enterprise-Grade Security & Policy Enforcement

Features hardware-based MACsec encryption (UADP ASIC), extensive ACL resources, and Cisco Trust Anchor for high-assurance, end-to-end secure deployments in regulated or sensitive environments.

Operational Excellence & Automation Ready

Supports hot swapping, tool-free installation/removal, and advanced programmability with NETCONF, RESTCONF, and YANG. Flexible SDM templates and container-ready for rapid automation and easy network lifecycle management.

High Reliability, Energy Efficient, and Global Compliance

MTBF up to 640,750 hours, typical energy efficiency of 94%, and full compliance with international safety and environmental standards (CE, UL, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, VCCI, CCC, BSMI). Built for demanding 24/7 enterprise and carrier operations.

Applications Scenarios

Enterprise Campus Core & Distribution

Ideal for large-scale organizations requiring secure, high-speed fiber aggregation, resilient backbone connectivity, and flexible campus expansion.

Data Center Aggregation & Interconnect

Perfect for modern data center and cloud environments demanding dense multi-rate SFP ports, high throughput, and low latency for mission-critical workloads.

Service Provider & Carrier Networks

Reliable choice for ISPs and carriers to build scalable aggregation or core layers, especially where compliance, uptime, and traffic growth are essential.

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
  • Pluggable Optics Support: SFP56, SFP28, SFP+ (supporting 50G/25G/10G/1G); SFP-1G-SX/LH only for 1G on SUP-2
  • 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-48YL

C9600-LC-40YL4CD

C9600-LC-24C

Port Types

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

40x SFP56 (50/25/10G), 2x QSFP56, 2x QSFP-DD

24x QSFP28 (100/40G)

Supervisor Support

SUP-1, SUP-2

SUP-1, SUP-2

SUP-1, SUP-2

Max 50G Ports

48

40

N/A

Max 25G/10G Ports

48

40

N/A

Max 100G Ports

N/A

2

24

Slot Bandwidth

4.8 Tbps (SUP-2)

4.8 Tbps (SUP-2)

4.8 Tbps (SUP-2)

Power Consumption

300W (SUP-2)

420W (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

580,420 hrs

710,750 hrs

MACsec Support

UADP ASIC only

Yes

Yes

Hot Swappable

Yes

Yes

Yes

Front Panel Components

1

Status LED

5

RFID embedded on the left ejector lever

2

Locate (Blue beacon) LED

6

Ejector levers

3

Sharp-edge hazard icon

7

Port Link LED for the port in the top row

4

50G/25G/10G/1G SFP56/SFP28/SFP+ ports

8

Port Link LED for the port in the bottom row

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Quality Certifications

Specifications

Parameter Value Parameter Value
Product ID C9600-LC-48YL Line Card Type 48-port 50G/25G/10G/1G SFP56
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 SFP56 (supporting 50G/25G/10G/1G) Pluggable Optics SFP56, SFP28, SFP+
1G support (SUP-2): SFP-1G-SX/LH only
Non-blocking Architecture Yes Slot Bandwidth 4.8 Tbps (SUP-2), 2.4 Tbps (SUP-1)
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 300W (SUP-2), 230W (SUP-1)
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, 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 MTBF 640,750 hours

Customer Reviews

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    Koa Rivera
    Posted on 11/12/2023
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    5.0

    No downtime, excellent for dense aggregation.

    Royal Brooks
    Posted on 29/11/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Perfect for C9600 upgrades.

    Azariah King
    Posted on 24/11/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Module runs cool and stable. Would buy again.

    Lance Allen
    Posted on 26/10/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Layer23-switch.com confirmed SFP+ compatibility.

    Rosie Scott
    Posted on 13/09/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Shipping was fast, original Cisco hardware.

Questions & Answers

  • How many total 1G/10G/25G/40G/100G ports are provided by C9600-LC-48YL?

    48 ports total; see datasheet for exact speed mix.

  • What Catalyst 9600 chassis are compatible with this line card?

    9600 series chassis.

  • Is the module hot-swappable for live replacement?

    Yes, the line card can be replaced or added while the chassis remains powered, reducing maintenance downtime.

  • What is the recommended use case for C9600-LC-48YL in campus networks?

    Core or distribution layer.

  • Does it support MACsec or advanced security features?

    Yes, MACsec and advanced security are supported for encrypted and protected data transmission.

  • Is monitoring via DNA Center or SNMP supported?

    Both methods supported, offering robust network visibility and analytics.

  • What are the airflow and installation requirements?

    Check chassis specs for details.

  • What is the power consumption for a fully populated card?

    See product datasheet.

  • Are there limitations for stacking?

    Depends on chassis.

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

    Port type and speed differences.

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