N9K-C93180YC-FX – 48×1/10/25G Fiber Ports – 6×40/100G QSFP28 – Nexus 9300-FX Switch
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N9K-C93180YC-FX Description
N9K-C93180YC-FX is a Cisco Nexus 93180YC-FX fixed 1RU data center switch for Nexus 9300-FX leaf and top-of-rack builds, with 48 1/10/25G fiber downlink ports and six 40/100G QSFP28 uplink ports.
The procurement split is media and port profile. N9K-C93108TC-FX keeps the same 9300-FX family and six QSFP28 uplinks but changes the access side to 48 100M/1/10GBASE-T copper ports, while N9K-C9348GC-FXP is the 1G BASE-T model with four SFP28 ports and two QSFP28 ports.
Order review should confirm NX-OS or ACI mode, the minimum software image, SFP/SFP+/SFP28 and QSFP28 media from Cisco compatibility tables, AC/DC/HVAC/HVDC power choice, airflow direction, license package, regional power cord, support term, price request, and shipping destination.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Product ID |
N9K-C93180YC-FX |
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Product family |
Cisco Nexus 9300-FX Series |
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Product type |
Fixed 1RU data center switch |
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Downlink ports |
48 x 1/10/25G fiber ports |
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Downlink supported speeds |
1/10/25G Ethernet and 16/32G Fibre Channel |
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Uplink ports |
6 x 40/100G QSFP28 ports |
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Switching bandwidth |
3.6 Tbps |
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Forwarding rate |
1.2 bpps |
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System memory |
Up to 32 GB |
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SSD |
128 GB |
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Power supplies |
Up to two 500W AC, 930W DC, or 1200W HVAC/HVDC modules |
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Fan modules |
4 |
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Minimum NX-OS image |
NXOS-703I7.1 |
Product Performance
Key Features
The downlink side is built around 48 fiber ports, so the SKU fits racks using Cisco-supported optics, DAC, or AOC cabling rather than RJ-45 server connections.
The six fixed QSFP28 ports support 40G and 100G fabric links, giving the leaf switch a direct path into aggregation or spine layers without a separate uplink module.
Cisco identifies the base part as Unified Ports capable, so Fibre Channel and Ethernet use must be planned with the correct software mode and license package.
The data sheet lists both minimum NX-OS and ACI images, making operating mode a required design check before the switch is added to a quote.
The chassis supports 500W AC, 930W DC, and 1200W HVAC/HVDC power options, so site power design should be specified before order release.
Cisco requires fan and power-supply modules to use the same airflow direction, which makes port-side intake or exhaust a line-item decision.
Application Scenarios
Select N9K-C93180YC-FX for a Nexus leaf layer where servers or appliances connect through 1G, 10G, or 25G fiber interfaces and the rack needs 40G or 100G fabric uplinks.
Use this model when the design review includes Ethernet and Fibre Channel capability on the same fixed switch, with the final license and software mode checked before procurement.
Fit this SKU into refresh projects that are moving away from 10GBASE-T copper access toward fiber or DAC/AOC server connectivity while retaining a fixed 1RU Nexus platform.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
N9K-C93180YC-FX | ||
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Product ID |
N9K-C93180YC-FX |
N9K-C93108TC-FX |
N9K-C9348GC-FXP |
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Product family |
Nexus 9300-FX Series |
Nexus 9300-FX Series |
Nexus 9300-FX Series |
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Product type |
Fixed 1RU data center switch |
Fixed 1RU data center switch |
Fixed 1RU data center switch |
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Downlink port profile |
48 x 1/10/25G fiber ports |
48 x 100M/1/10GBASE-T ports |
48 x 100M/1G BASE-T ports plus 4 x 1/10/25G SFP28 ports |
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Fibre Channel support |
16/32G on downlink ports |
Not listed in the table |
Not listed in the table |
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QSFP28 ports |
6 x 40/100G |
6 x 40/100G |
2 x 40/100G |
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Switching bandwidth |
3.6 Tbps |
2.16 Tbps |
696 Gbps |
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Forwarding rate |
1.2 bpps |
Over 1.25 bpps |
Over 517 Mpps |
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CPU |
6 cores |
4 cores |
4 cores |
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System memory |
Up to 32 GB |
24 GB |
24 GB |
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SSD |
128 GB |
128 GB |
128 GB |
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Power supplies |
500W AC, 930W DC, or 1200W HVAC/HVDC |
500W AC, 930W DC, or 1200W HVAC/HVDC |
350W AC or 440W DC |
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Fan modules |
4 |
4 |
3 |
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Minimum NX-OS image |
NXOS-703I7.1 |
NXOS-703I7.1 |
NXOS-703I7.1 |
- In a N9K-C93180YC-FX vs N9K-C93108TC-FX comparison, both models belong to the Nexus 9300-FX family and keep six QSFP28 uplinks, but the current SKU uses 1/10/25G fiber downlinks while the 93108TC-FX uses 100M/1/10GBASE-T copper.
- The N9K-C93180YC-FX difference from N9K-C9348GC-FXP is the access and uplink profile: 48 fiber downlinks and six QSFP28 ports versus 48 1G copper ports, four SFP28 ports, and two QSFP28 ports.
- For buyers comparing N9K-C93180YC-FX vs N9K-C93108TC-FX or N9K-C9348GC-FXP, the which model to choose check starts with endpoint media, uplink count, power supply family, and the required bandwidth row.
Selection Guide
1. Choose N9K-C93180YC-FX for fiber 25G access
Select this SKU when the bill of materials requires 48 server-facing 1/10/25G fiber ports and six fixed 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks.
2. Use N9K-C93108TC-FX only for copper access
Move to N9K-C93108TC-FX when the rack must connect devices through 100M, 1G, or 10GBASE-T RJ-45 copper ports instead of fiber or DAC/AOC media.
3. Keep N9K-C9348GC-FXP for 1G BASE-T density
Use N9K-C9348GC-FXP when the design is mainly 1G BASE-T access and does not need the current SKU’s 48-port 25G fiber profile or six QSFP28 uplinks.
4. Verify software, licenses, airflow, and media together
Confirm NX-OS or ACI image, license package, supported optics or cables, power supply type, and matching airflow direction before releasing the quote.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
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Exact PID |
N9K-C93180YC-FX |
Prevents substitution with the non-C typo SKU or a copper 93108TC-FX model |
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Access media |
Cisco-supported SFP, SFP+, SFP28, DAC, or AOC media for the 48 downlink ports |
The base switch does not provide RJ-45 downlink ports |
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Uplink plan |
QSFP28 optics or cables for six 40G or 100G uplink ports |
Fabric links are selected separately from the base chassis |
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Operating mode |
NX-OS or ACI image and the required license package |
Unified port and advanced features depend on software and licensing decisions |
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Power design |
500W AC, 930W DC, or 1200W HVAC/HVDC power supplies |
Site power input and redundancy depend on the selected PSU family |
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Airflow direction |
Port-side intake or port-side exhaust across fans and power supplies |
Cisco warns that mixed airflow modules can overheat the switch |
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Service and logistics record |
Support term, regional power cord, price request, availability review, and destination shipping details |
Commercial handling should stay attached to the confirmed hardware and media scope |
Optional Add-ons
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Model |
Description |
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NXA-PAC-500W-PI |
Nexus 9000 500W AC power supply with port-side intake airflow |
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NXA-PAC-500W-PE |
Nexus 9000 500W AC power supply with port-side exhaust airflow |
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NXA-PDC-930W-PI |
Nexus 9000 930W DC power supply with port-side intake airflow |
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NXA-PDC-930W-PE |
Nexus 9000 930W DC power supply with port-side exhaust airflow |
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N9K-PUV-1200W |
Nexus 9300 1200W universal HVAC/HVDC power supply with bidirectional airflow |
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NXA-FAN-30CFM-B |
Nexus 30CFM fan module with port-side intake airflow |
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NXA-FAN-30CFM-F |
Nexus 30CFM fan module with port-side exhaust airflow |
Nexus N9K-93180YC-FX Front Panel
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1 |
Two power supplies (one used for operations and one used for redundancy) (AC power supplies shown) with power supply slot 1 on the left and slot 2 on the right. |
5 |
L1 (software defined port) |
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2 |
Four fan modules with fan slot 1 on the left and fan slot 4 on the right |
6 |
Out-of-band management port (RJ-45 port) |
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3 |
L2 (software defined port) |
7 |
USB port used for saving or copying functions |
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4 |
Console port (RS232 port) |
8 |
Out-of-band management port (RJ-45 port) |
Nexus N9K-93180YC-FX Rear Panel
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1 |
Chassis LEDs (Beacon [BCN], Status [STS], and Environment [ENV]) |
3 |
6 40/100-Gigabit QSFP28 optical ports for uplink connections to |
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2 |
48 10/25-Gigabit SFP28 ports to |
Specifications
Packaging weight and dimensions included:| Weight | 24.77 kg |
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| Dimensions | 67 × 60.5 × 23.5 cm |
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product ID | N9K-C93180YC-FX | Product family | Cisco Nexus 9300-FX Series |
| Product type | Fixed 1RU data center switch | Form factor | 1RU |
| Downlink ports | 48 x 1/10/25G fiber ports | Downlink Fibre Channel support | 16/32G Fibre Channel |
| Uplink ports | 6 x 40/100G QSFP28 ports | Uplink flexible speeds | 1/10/25/40/50/100G combinations |
| Switching bandwidth | 3.6 Tbps | Forwarding rate | 1.2 bpps |
| Latency | Less than 1 microsecond | System buffer | 40 MB |
| CPU | 6 cores | System memory | Up to 32 GB |
| SSD | 128 GB | Management ports | 1 RJ-45 port |
| USB ports | 1 | RS-232 serial ports | 1 |
| Power supply slots | 2 | Power redundancy | 1 for operation and 1 for redundancy |
| Power supply options | 500W AC, 930W DC, or 1200W HVAC/HVDC | Power source mixing | Do not mix AC and DC power sources |
| Typical power | 260 W | Maximum power | 425 W |
| Heat dissipation | 1450.16 BTU/hr | AC input voltage | 100 to 240V |
| DC input voltage | -48 to -60V | HVAC input voltage | 200 to 277V |
| HVDC input voltage | -240 to -380V | AC frequency | 50 to 60 Hz |
| Fan modules | 4 | Airflow options | Port-side intake or port-side exhaust |
| Fan module options | NXA-FAN-30CFM-B or NXA-FAN-30CFM-F | Airflow matching | Fans and power supplies must use the same airflow direction |
| Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 22.5 in. (4.4 x 43.9 x 57.1 cm) | Chassis weight | 17.4 lb (7.9 kg) without power supplies or fans |
| Operating temperature | 32 to 104F (0 to 40C) | Operating altitude | 0 to 13123 ft (0 to 4000 m) |
| Minimum ACI image | ACI-N9KDK9-12.2A | Minimum NX-OS image | NXOS-703I7.1 |
| MTBF | 238470 hours | RoHS compliance | Yes |
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Questions & Answers
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