Name: N9K-C9272Q Cisco Nexus 9000 72-Port 40G QSFP+ Layer 3 Switch 2U Rack
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N9K-C9272Q
Price: 1419.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9000 Series 9272Q switch provides high-speed 40G connectivity in a dense, 2U rack-mount form. It fits well in data center cores and large enterprise networks where Layer 3 routing and robust performance are essential. This switch balances capacity and management features without overcomplicating the setup, serving as a reliable backbone for modern network infrastructures.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N9K-C9272Q
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	72
Number of Ports	72-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+
Port Speed	40GBase-X
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	5.76 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	4.29 Bpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4096
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACLs), 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, Telnet, SNMP, HTTP/HTTPS, NX-API/REST, NETCONF
Routing Protocol	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
This Cisco Nexus 9000 Series 9272Q switch delivers robust 40Gbps connectivity across 72 QSFP+ ports, making it ideal for high-density data centers and enterprise network cores. It's built for environments that require fast, reliable switching combined with advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities. Often found in large-scale deployments, the switch suits network engineers and IT professionals managing cloud infrastructures or large campus networks. Its 2U rack-mountable form factor fits neatly into standard server racks, optimizing space while supporting heavy traffic loads. Key Features Supports multiple routing protocols, including OSPF and BGP, for flexible network design. Delivers consistent 40Gbps per port to handle demanding traffic. Offers hardware-based forwarding for low latency and high throughput. Equipped with Cisco's NX-OS for familiar and scalable network management. Includes redundant power supplies to ensure continuous operation. This switch is typically deployed as a core or spine switch within data center fabrics where high bandwidth and reliability are critical. It helps maintain efficient data flow and minimizes network bottlenecks, supporting large-scale virtualization and cloud services.

Use Cases
The Cisco Nexus 9000 Series 9272Q switch is designed for high-density, high-speed network environments requiring robust Layer 3 routing capabilities. It is particularly suitable for data center cores, large enterprise networks, and service provider infrastructures where scalable performance and efficient network management are critical. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in hyperscale data centers to support virtualization and cloud services with low latency and high throughput. Serving as a core switch in large enterprise IT networks to enable advanced routing and segmentation between diverse business units. Building high-performance storage clusters with 40G connections to accelerate data access and backup operations. Interconnecting multiple network fabrics in service provider environments to maintain scalable and resilient data transport. Deploying in campus data centers where rack space is limited but high port density and Layer 3 routing are required. This switch supports operational efficiency by consolidating high-speed connections in a compact form factor, allowing for scalable network growth. Its Layer 3 capabilities ensure optimized routing across complex topologies, enabling consistent performance in demanding enterprise and data center environments.