N9K-C9504-B3-E – Nexus 9504 4-Slot Chassis – 4xFM-E Bundle
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N9K-C9504-B3-E Description
N9K-C9504-B3-E is a Cisco Nexus 9504 chassis bundle for modular Nexus 9500 data center switching deployments. The bundle includes the Nexus 9504 7RU base chassis, up to four line-card slots, one supervisor module, three power supplies, two system controllers, four N9K-C9504-FM-E fabric modules with 100G support, three fan trays, and separately ordered line cards. It supplies the chassis, fabric, power, controller, and fan foundation for a Nexus 9504 build before final line-card selection.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
|---|---|
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SKU |
N9K-C9504-B3-E |
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Product Type |
Nexus 9504 chassis bundle |
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Base Chassis |
Cisco Nexus 9504 |
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Form Factor |
7RU modular chassis |
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Line Card Slots |
Up to 4 |
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Included Supervisor Modules |
1 |
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Included Power Supplies |
3 |
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Included System Controllers |
2 |
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Included Fabric Modules |
4 x N9K-C9504-FM-E |
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Included Fan Trays |
3 |
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Fabric Module Type |
FM-E fabric modules with 100G support |
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Supported Power Supplies |
Nexus 9500 3-kW power supplies |
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Line Cards |
Ordered separately |
Product Performance
Key Features
N9K-C9504-B3-E gives procurement teams a Nexus 9504 bundle instead of a bare chassis, reducing separate chassis, controller, fabric, fan, and power line items in the first quote.
The included N9K-C9504-FM-E modules provide the FM-E fabric path for Nexus 9504 designs that use compatible EX or FX generation line cards.
The 9504 chassis supports up to four line cards, so engineers can build the final port mix around the actual access, aggregation, or spine requirement.
The bundle includes two system controllers and three fan trays, covering core chassis infrastructure that would otherwise need to be specified as separate items.
Cisco lists N9K-C9504-FM-E for Cisco ACI spine and Cisco NX-OS use, so deployment mode should be confirmed with the selected line cards and software release.
Because N9K-C9504-B3-E does not include line cards, optics, or cables, buyers should validate the complete BOM before comparing price, stock, or lead time between suppliers.
Application Scenarios
Use N9K-C9504-B3-E when a refresh project needs the Nexus 9504 chassis with FM-E fabric modules already included. It fits buyers who will select compatible EX or FX line cards as separate BOM items.
Choose this SKU when the design requires a 4-slot Nexus 9500 chassis and the final port mix will be determined by line cards. It helps procurement quote the chassis bundle while engineering finalizes the line-card and optics plan.
N9K-C9504-B3-E can be evaluated when an organization already operates Nexus 9500 infrastructure and needs another 9504 chassis bundle. Engineers should verify fabric module type, line-card support, fan type, power supply type, and software mode against the installed environment.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
N9K-C9504-B3-E |
N9K-C9504-B3-S |
N9K-C9504-B3 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Base Chassis |
Nexus 9504 |
Nexus 9504 |
Nexus 9504 |
Nexus 9508 |
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Line Card Slots |
4 |
4 |
4 |
8 |
|
Included Supervisor Modules |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Included Power Supplies |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
|
Included System Controllers |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Included Fabric Modules |
4 FM-E |
4 FM-S |
4 FM |
4 FM-E |
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Included Fan Trays |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
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Fabric Module Role |
100G support, ACI and NX-OS |
100G support, NX-OS |
Fabric modules |
100G support, ACI and NX-OS |
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Fabric Module Part |
N9K-C9504-FM-E |
N9K-C9504-FM-S |
N9K-C9504-FM |
N9K-C9508-FM-E |
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Chassis Scale |
4-slot modular chassis |
4-slot modular chassis |
4-slot modular chassis |
8-slot modular chassis |
- Choose N9K-C9504-B3-E when the shortlist requires a 4-slot Nexus 9504 bundle with FM-E fabric modules.
- Compare N9K-C9504-B3-S only when the design specifically calls for the FM-S fabric module path.
- Move to N9K-C9508-B3-E when four line-card slots are not enough for the target port plan.
Selection Guide
1. Choose N9K-C9504-B3-E for a 4-slot Nexus 9504 FM-E bundle
Select N9K-C9504-B3-E when the bill of materials needs a Nexus 9504 chassis bundle with 1 supervisor, 3 power supplies, 2 system controllers, 4 FM-E fabric modules, and 3 fan trays.
2. Do not use it as a complete port-capacity quote
This SKU does not define the final Ethernet port count because line cards are ordered separately. Confirm the required line-card models before quoting port density, optics, cables, or transceivers.
3. Verify fabric and line-card compatibility
N9K-C9504-FM-E supports specific Nexus 9500 EX and FX line cards. Confirm the selected line cards, required fabric module quantity, and fabric slot placement before ordering.
4. Confirm software mode, power, rack, and service requirements
Before purchase, confirm Cisco NX-OS or ACI mode, power supply type, rack installation hardware, service coverage, and whether any empty fabric slots require covers.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
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Bundle Contents |
1 supervisor, 3 power supplies, 2 system controllers, 4 FM-E modules, and 3 fan trays |
Confirms the SKU is being selected as a bundle, not a bare chassis |
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Line Cards |
Exact Nexus 9500 line-card models and quantities |
Final port count and speeds depend on line cards, not the chassis bundle alone |
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Optics and Cables |
Required transceivers, DACs, AOCs, and fiber patching |
N9K-C9504-B3-E is a chassis bundle; network media must be planned separately |
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Fabric Compatibility |
FM-E compatibility with the selected EX or FX line cards |
Prevents fabric and line-card mismatch during installation |
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Fabric Slot Plan |
Required FM-E slot placement and any needed fabric module covers |
Cisco requires specific fabric slot placement for valid operation |
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Power Plan |
Power supply type, number of installed power supplies, and expected load |
The chassis supports up to four power supplies, while this bundle includes three |
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Software Mode |
Cisco NX-OS or ACI deployment mode |
Line-card and fabric support can depend on operating mode |
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Rack Installation |
Rack space, rail kit, chassis depth, and lifting plan |
Nexus 9504 is a 7RU modular chassis and requires planned installation |
Optional Add-ons
|
Model |
Description |
|---|---|
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N9K-C9504-FM-E |
Fabric Module for Nexus 9504 with 100G support, ACI and NX-OS |
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N9K-C9504-FM-CV |
Fabric module slot cover for Nexus 9504 FM or FM-E empty slots |
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N9K-C9504-FAN |
Fan tray for Nexus 9504 chassis, port-side intake |
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N9K-PAC-3000W-B |
Cisco Nexus 9500 3-kW AC power supply |
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N9K-PUV-3000W-B |
Cisco Nexus 9500 3-kW universal power supply, port-side intake |
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N9K-SC-A |
Nexus 9500 system controller |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKU | N9K-C9504-B3-E | Product Type | Nexus 9504 chassis bundle |
| Base Chassis | N9K-C9504 | Chassis Description | Nexus 9504 chassis with 4 line-card slots |
| Rack Units | 7RU | Line Card Slots | Up to 4 |
| Included Supervisor Modules | 1 | Power supply selection | N9K-PAC-3000W-B 3000W AC, N9K-PDC-3000W-B 3000W DC, N9K-PUV-3000W-B 3000W universal, or N9K-PUV2-3000W-B 3000W dual-input universal selected for the three included power-supply positions |
| Included System Controllers | 2 | Included Fabric Modules | 4 x FM-E |
| Included Fan Trays | 3 | Fabric Module Part Number | N9K-C9504-FM-E |
| Fabric Module Description | Fabric Module for N9504 with 100G support, ACI and NX-OS | Fabric Modules Required for Maximum Bandwidth | 4 with listed FM-E compatible line cards |
| Fabric Module Slot Rule for Four Modules | Install in slots FM2, FM3, FM4, and FM6 | System Controller Part Number | N9K-SC-A |
| Fan Tray Part Number | N9K-C9504-FAN | Power Supply Capacity | Up to 4 power supplies |
| Supported AC Power Supply | N9K-PAC-3000W-B | Supported Universal Power Supply | N9K-PUV-3000W-B |
| Supported DC Power Supply | N9K-PDC-3000W-B | Supported Dual Input Universal Power Supply | N9K-PUV2-3000W-B |
| Weight | 84.0 lb (38.2 kg) | System Controller Weight | 1.9 lb (0.9 kg) |
| Fan Tray Weight | 6.4 lb (2.9 kg) | N9K-C9504-FM-E Weight | 6.6 lb (2.98 kg) |
| N9K-C9504-FM-E Total Capacity | 3,200 Gbps | N9K-C9504-FM-E Capacity per Slot | 800 Gbps |
| N9K-C9504-FM-E Maximum Flow Size | 100 Gbps | N9K-C9504-FM-E Typical Power | 234W |
| N9K-C9504-FM-E Maximum Power | 313W | N9K-C9504-FM-E MTBF | 829,890 hours |
| N9K-C9504-FM-E Hot Swappable | Yes | N9K-C9504-FM-E Airflow | Port-side intake |
| Chassis Width | 17.5 in (44.5 cm) | Chassis Depth | 33.15 in (84.20 cm) for chassis and handles |
| Height | 12.25 in (31.1 cm) | 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) |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty | RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| Notes | Line cards, optics, and cables must be selected separately |
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