N9K-C9364C-GX – 64×40/100G QSFP28 – 2RU Spine/Leaf
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N9K-C9364C-GX Description
N9K-C9364C-GX is a Cisco Nexus 9300-GX Series 2RU fixed-port data center switch for high-density 100G leaf or aggregation roles. It provides 64 40/100G QSFP28 ports, 12.8 Tbps switching bandwidth, more than 4.3 Bpps forwarding, four CPU cores, up to 32 GB system memory, 80 MB packet buffer, RJ-45 and SFP management ports, port-side intake or exhaust airflow options, and minimum NX-OS and ACI release baselines. The switch supplies dense 100G fixed-port capacity for Nexus 9000 data center fabrics.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
|---|---|
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SKU |
N9K-C9364C-GX |
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Product Type |
Fixed-port data center switch |
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Form Factor |
2RU |
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Ports |
64 x 40/100G QSFP28 |
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Switching Bandwidth |
12.8 Tbps |
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Forwarding Rate |
Over 4.3 Bpps |
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CPU |
4 cores |
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System Memory |
Up to 32 GB |
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Packet Buffer |
80 MB |
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Management Ports |
1 x RJ-45 and 1 x SFP |
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Airflow Options |
Port-side intake or port-side exhaust |
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Minimum NX-OS Release |
NXOS-9.3.3 |
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Minimum ACI Release |
ACI-N9KDK9-14.2(3) |
Product Performance
Key Features
N9K-C9364C-GX gives data center teams 64 fixed 40/100G QSFP28 ports in a 2RU chassis, which is useful for 100G spine, aggregation, or fabric expansion projects.
The switch belongs to the Cisco Nexus 9300-GX Series and can be planned for NX-OS or ACI mode when the project requires Cisco Nexus 100G switching.
Cisco documents breakout support on the QSFP28 ports, but port groups must be planned carefully because every four-port quad operates at a fixed speed and mixed speeds are not supported inside the same quad.
The platform uses field-replaceable 2000W power supplies and four fan modules, so the bill of materials should match the rack power type and airflow direction.
Cisco lists N9K-C9364C-GX with ACI spine and ACI leaf support, so the same hardware can be evaluated for ACI fabric roles when the software mode and release plan match the project.
Compared with 400G-focused GX alternatives, N9K-C9364C-GX fits projects that are still built around 40/100G QSFP28 links rather than QSFP-DD ports.
Application Scenarios
Use N9K-C9364C-GX when a data center fabric needs a 100G spine switch with many QSFP28 connections to leaf switches. It fits buyers who need high QSFP28 port count and Nexus fabric operation without changing the design to 400G QSFP-DD.
Choose this SKU for aggregation designs that consolidate multiple 40G or 100G downstream switches, storage fabrics, or service blocks. The 64 fixed QSFP28 ports reduce the need for modular expansion planning.
Deploy N9K-C9364C-GX when the existing cabling and optics plan is based on QSFP28 40G or 100G connectivity. Before ordering, confirm quad speed grouping, optics compatibility, airflow direction, power supply type, and NX-OS or ACI release requirements.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
N9K-C9364C-GX |
N9K-C9316D-GX | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Form Factor |
2RU |
1RU |
1RU |
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Port Configuration |
64 x 40/100G QSFP28 |
28 x 40/100G QSFP28 plus 8 x 100/400G QSFP-DD |
16 x 40/100/400G QSFP-DD |
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QSFP28 Port Count |
64 |
28 |
0 |
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QSFP-DD Port Count |
0 |
8 |
16 |
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Supported Speeds |
40/100G QSFP28, 10G with QSA, and documented breakout options |
40/100G QSFP28 and 100/400G QSFP-DD |
40/100/400G QSFP-DD |
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Switching Bandwidth |
12.8 Tbps |
12 Tbps |
12.8 Tbps |
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Forwarding Rate |
Over 4.3 Bpps |
4.0 Bpps |
Over 4.3 Bpps |
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CPU |
4 cores |
4 cores |
4 cores |
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System Memory |
Up to 32 GB |
32 GB |
32 GB |
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SSD Storage |
128 GB |
128 GB |
128 GB |
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Packet Buffer |
80 MB |
80 MB |
80 MB |
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Power supply selection |
NXA-PAC-2KW-PI 2000W AC, NXA-PAC-2KW-PE 2000W AC, NXA-PDC-2KW-PI 2000W DC, NXA-PDC-2KW-PE 2000W DC, or NXA-PHV-2KW-PI 2000W |
1100W AC, DC, or HVAC/HVDC |
1100W AC, DC, or HVAC/HVDC |
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Typical Power |
811W |
586W |
420W |
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Maximum Power |
1622W |
1071W |
1010W |
- Choose N9K-C9364C-GX when the project needs the highest QSFP28 40/100G port density in the compared GX models.
- Choose N9K-C93600CD-GX when the design needs a mix of 100G QSFP28 and 400G QSFP-DD ports in a 1RU form factor.
- Choose N9K-C9316D-GX when the required interfaces are primarily 400G QSFP-DD instead of dense 100G QSFP28.
Selection Guide
1. Choose N9K-C9364C-GX for dense 100G QSFP28 fabrics
Select N9K-C9364C-GX when the network design is centered on 40G or 100G QSFP28 links and requires 64 fixed ports in a Cisco Nexus 9300-GX platform.
2. Choose a QSFP-DD alternative when 400G is required
If the project requires 400G interfaces, compare N9K-C9364C-GX with N9K-C93600CD-GX or N9K-C9316D-GX because N9K-C9364C-GX is a QSFP28-based 40/100G switch.
3. Verify quad speed planning before deployment
Cisco notes that every four-port quad operates at a fixed speed and does not support mixed speeds inside the same quad, so engineers should map 10G, 40G, and 100G requirements before finalizing the port plan.
4. Confirm power, airflow, software mode, and optics before ordering
Before ordering, confirm 2000W AC, DC, or HVAC/HVDC PSU type, port-side intake or exhaust airflow, NX-OS or ACI release, rack kit, and QSFP28 optics, DAC, or breakout cable compatibility.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
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Software Mode |
NX-OS or ACI deployment requirement and minimum software release |
Prevents ordering hardware that does not match the intended operating model |
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Port Plan |
40G, 100G, 10G with QSA, and breakout requirements by port group |
Quad speed grouping affects how ports can be mixed |
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Power Supply Type |
2000W AC, DC, or HVAC/HVDC power supply selection |
Power type must match the rack power design and redundancy plan |
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Airflow Direction |
Port-side intake or port-side exhaust for fans and power supplies |
Fan and PSU airflow must match for correct cooling |
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Optics and Cables |
QSFP28 optics, DACs, AOCs, QSA adapters, or breakout cables |
Ensures physical connectivity is compatible before installation |
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Rack Mounting |
N9K-C9300-RMK or required rack accessory kit |
Avoids installation delay for the 2RU chassis |
Optional Add-ons
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Model |
Description |
|---|---|
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NXA-FAN-160CFM2PI |
Nexus 160CFM fan, port-side intake airflow |
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NXA-FAN-160CFM2PE |
Nexus 160CFM fan, port-side exhaust airflow |
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NXA-PAC-2KW-PI |
Nexus AC 2000W power supply, port-side intake |
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NXA-PAC-2KW-PE |
Nexus AC 2000W power supply, port-side exhaust |
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NXA-PDC-2KW-PI |
Nexus 2000W Platinum DC power supply, port-side intake |
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NXA-PDC-2KW-PE |
Nexus 2000W Platinum DC power supply, port-side exhaust |
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NXA-PHV-2KW-PI |
Nexus 2000W Platinum HVAC/HVDC power supply, port-side intake |
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N9K-C9300-RMK |
Nexus 9000 fixed rack mount kit |
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N9K-C9300-ACK |
Nexus 9000 fixed accessory kit |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKU | N9K-C9364C-GX | Device Type | Fixed-port data center switch |
| Form Factor | 2RU | Software Mode | Cisco NX-OS or Cisco ACI mode |
| Minimum NX-OS Release | NXOS-9.3.3 | Minimum ACI Release | ACI-N9KDK9-14.2(3) |
| ACI Spine Support | Yes | ACI Leaf Support | Yes |
| Switching Bandwidth | 12.8 Tbps | Forwarding Rate | Over 4.3 Bpps |
| Ports | 64 x 40/100G QSFP28 | Supported Speeds | 40/100G; 10G with QSA; 2×50, 2×25, 2×10 breakout on all ports; 4×10 and 4×25 breakout on odd-numbered ports |
| Quad Speed Rule | Every 4 ports operate at a fixed speed; mixed speeds are not supported within a quad | CPU | 4 cores |
| System Memory | Up to 32 GB | SSD Storage | 128 GB |
| Packet Buffer | 80 MB | Management Ports | 2 ports: 1 RJ-45 and 1 SFP |
| USB Ports | 1 | RS-232 Serial Ports | 1 |
| Power supply selection | NXA-PAC-2KW-PI 2000W AC, NXA-PAC-2KW-PE 2000W AC, NXA-PDC-2KW-PI 2000W DC, NXA-PDC-2KW-PE 2000W DC, or NXA-PHV-2KW-PI 2000W selected by input type | Power Supply Slots | 2 |
| Power Redundancy | 1+1 | Supported AC Power Supplies | NXA-PAC-2KW-PI, NXA-PAC-2KW-PE |
| Supported DC Power Supplies | NXA-PDC-2KW-PI, NXA-PDC-2KW-PE | Supported HVAC/HVDC Power Supply | NXA-PHV-2KW-PI |
| Typical Power Consumption | 811W | Maximum Power Consumption | 1622W |
| Heat Dissipation Requirement | 5534.494 BTU/hr | AC Input Voltage | 100 to 240V |
| HVAC Input Voltage | 100 to 277V | DC Input Voltage | -40 to -72V |
| HVDC Input Voltage | -240 to -380V | AC Frequency | 50 to 60 Hz |
| Fan Modules | 4 | Fan Redundancy | 3+1 |
| Supported Fan Modules | NXA-FAN-160CFM2PE, NXA-FAN-160CFM2PI | Airflow | Port-side intake or port-side exhaust |
| Airflow Matching Requirement | All fan modules and power supplies must use the same airflow direction | Chassis Width | 17.41 in (44.23 cm) |
| Chassis Depth | 22.59 in (57.4 cm) | Height | 3.39 in (8.61 cm) |
| Weight Without Fans or PSUs | 29.2 lb (13.2 kg) | Fan Module Weight | 1.3 lb (0.59 kg) |
| 2000W AC Weight | 2.64 lb (1.2 kg) | 2000W DC Weight | 2.42 lb (1.1 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104F (0 to 40C) | Nonoperating Temperature | -40 to 158F (-40 to 70C) |
| Operating Relative Humidity | 5 to 90% | Nonoperating Relative Humidity | 5 to 95% |
| Operating Altitude | 0 to 13,123 ft (0 to 4,000 m) | RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| MTBF | 237,760 hours | Maximum IPv4 LPM Routes | 896,000 |
| Maximum IPv4 Host Entries | 896,000 | Maximum IPv6 LPM Routes | 448,000 |
| Maximum IPv6 Host Entries | 896,000 | Maximum MAC Address Entries | 512,000 |
| Maximum Multicast Routes | 32,000 | Maximum IGMP Snooping Groups | 32,000 |
| Maximum VLANs | 4096 with 127 reserved | Maximum VRF Instances | 16,000 |
| Maximum ECMP Paths | 64-way | Maximum Port Channels | 512 |
| Maximum Links in a Port Channel | 32 | Active SPAN Sessions | 4 |
| RPVST VLAN Instances | 3967 | HSRP Groups | 490 |
| NAT Entries | 1023 | MST Instances | 64 |
| Rack Mount Kit | N9K-C9300-RMK | Accessory Kit | N9K-C9300-ACK |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty |
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