C9K-F2-SSD-960GB – 960GB SATA SSD – Catalyst 9600 Supervisor Storage
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C9K-F2-SSD-960GB Description
C9K-F2-SSD-960GB is a Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 960GB SATA SSD storage module for supervisor engines in Catalyst 9600 modular switches, used to provide local M.2 SATA storage for application hosting and related supervisor storage needs. The exact Cisco ordering description is Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 960GB SSD Storage; it belongs to the Catalyst 9600 supervisor SATA SSD set with 240GB, 480GB, and 960GB configurations, uses the supervisor M.2 connector, supports EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 file systems, and includes S.M.A.R.T. health monitoring for the SSD.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Product ID |
C9K-F2-SSD-960GB |
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Product type |
SATA SSD module for the supervisor |
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Storage capacity |
960GB |
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Storage role |
Catalyst 9600 supervisor storage |
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SSD module format |
M.2 SATA SSD module |
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M.2 SATA capacity range |
240GB, 480GB, and 960GB configurations |
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Application hosting media |
Catalyst 9600 supports M.2 SATA modules for application hosting |
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Adjacent Cisco SSD capacities |
C9K-F2-SSD-240GB and C9K-F2-SSD-480GB |
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Cisco ordering description |
Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 960GB SSD Storage |
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Cisco IOS XE introductory release |
Cisco IOS XE Gibraltar 16.11.1 |
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Installation context |
Installed and removed through the Catalyst 9600 supervisor engine procedure |
Application Scenarios
C9K-F2-SSD-960GB belongs in Catalyst 9600 bills of materials where the engineering requirement is the Cisco-listed 960GB supervisor SSD option, not the 240GB or 480GB capacity.
Use this SKU when the Catalyst 9600 application-hosting design is built around M.2 SATA media. Cisco documentation keeps Catalyst 9600 application hosting on M.2 SATA modules and excludes the front-panel USB path for that role.
Add C9K-F2-SSD-960GB to a service plan when the field team needs the 960GB F2 SSD line and can schedule powered-down handling, ESD protection, supervisor removal, and SSD module reinstallation.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
C9K-F2-SSD-960GB | ||
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Product type |
SATA SSD module for the supervisor |
SATA SSD module for the supervisor |
SATA SSD module for the supervisor |
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Storage capacity |
960GB |
480GB |
240GB |
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Capacity position |
Largest Cisco-listed C9K-F2 SSD capacity |
Mid Cisco-listed C9K-F2 SSD capacity |
Smallest Cisco-listed C9K-F2 SSD capacity |
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Cisco ordering description |
Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 960GB SSD Storage |
Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 480GB SSD Storage |
Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 240GB SSD Storage |
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Cisco IOS XE introductory release |
Cisco IOS XE Gibraltar 16.11.1 |
Cisco IOS XE Gibraltar 16.11.1 |
Cisco IOS XE Gibraltar 16.11.1 |
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Supervisor role |
Catalyst 9600 supervisor storage |
Catalyst 9600 supervisor storage |
Catalyst 9600 supervisor storage |
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M.2 SATA storage family |
240GB, 480GB, and 960GB configurations |
240GB, 480GB, and 960GB configurations |
240GB, 480GB, and 960GB configurations |
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Application-hosting media family |
M.2 SATA module |
M.2 SATA module |
M.2 SATA module |
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Ordering table group |
Catalyst 9600 SSD storage options |
Catalyst 9600 SSD storage options |
Catalyst 9600 SSD storage options |
- In a C9K-F2-SSD-960GB vs C9K-F2-SSD-480GB comparison, the table-confirmed difference is the 960GB capacity versus the 480GB capacity in the same Catalyst 9600 F2 SSD storage group.
- A C9K-F2-SSD-960GB vs C9K-F2-SSD-240GB comparison is the widest capacity gap in the Cisco-listed C9K-F2 supervisor SSD set.
- The C9K-F2-SSD-960GB difference from both adjacent models is storage capacity; the product family, supervisor storage role, ordering group, and introductory release remain aligned in the comparison table.
- For buyers deciding which model to choose, keep the Catalyst 9600 supervisor storage role fixed and select the order line that matches the required 960GB, 480GB, or 240GB storage size.
Selection Guide
1. Use it for the 960GB storage line
Choose C9K-F2-SSD-960GB when the bill of materials specifies Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 960GB SSD Storage.
2. Keep the category clear
Classify this SKU as a Catalyst 9600 supervisor SATA SSD module, not as a chassis, supervisor engine, line card, optic, power supply, or software license.
3. Downsize only when the storage target changes
Select C9K-F2-SSD-480GB or C9K-F2-SSD-240GB only when the same Catalyst 9600 supervisor storage role needs a smaller Cisco-listed capacity.
4. Prepare the platform and maintenance checks
Confirm the IOS XE reference, M.2 SATA media plan, supervisor access method, powered-down handling requirement, and ESD-safe service process before installation work is scheduled.
Ordering Checklist
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Review Area |
Required Match |
Procurement Impact |
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Capacity intent |
The project must require the 960GB Catalyst 9600 supervisor storage option |
Avoids buying more or less local supervisor storage than the design requests |
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Hardware category |
The item should be treated as supervisor M.2 SATA storage media |
Keeps it out of chassis, line-card, optic, PSU, and license categories |
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IOS XE checkpoint |
Engineering should note Cisco IOS XE Gibraltar 16.11.1 as the introductory release reference |
Gives the deployment team a Cisco release anchor before scheduling work |
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Hosting storage path |
The application-hosting plan should use M.2 SATA media |
Prevents a design assumption around front-panel USB on Catalyst 9600 |
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Field handling plan |
The maintenance window should cover power-down work, ESD handling, supervisor removal, and mounting-screw work |
Reduces avoidable errors during SATA SSD installation or replacement |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product ID | C9K-F2-SSD-960GB | Product type | SATA SSD module for the supervisor |
| Storage capacity | 960GB | SSD module format | M.2 SATA SSD module |
| Cisco ordering description | Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series 960GB SSD Storage | Adjacent Cisco SSD capacities | C9K-F2-SSD-240GB and C9K-F2-SSD-480GB |
| Cisco IOS XE introductory release | Cisco IOS XE Gibraltar 16.11.1 | M.2 SATA file system support | EXT2, EXT3, and EXT4 |
| Application hosting media | Catalyst 9600 supports M.2 SATA modules for application hosting | S.M.A.R.T. health monitoring | Supported through Cisco IOS XE CLI health monitoring |
| Supervisor handling | SSD module installation and removal are documented in the Catalyst 9600 supervisor engine procedure | Ordering table group | Catalyst 9600 SSD storage options |
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