Name: N9K-C93180LC-EX Cisco 24x40/50G QSFP+ 6xQSFP28 Layer3 Managed Switch
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N9K-C93180LC-EX
Price: 739.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9300-EX Series 93180LC-EX provides a mix of dense 40/50G ports and advanced Layer 3 management features suited for modern data centers. It fits into standard racks with a 1U form factor, making it practical for environments needing high throughput in a small space. Its routing capabilities and port flexibility support a variety of network designs without sacrificing performance.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N9K-C93180LC-EX
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24 x 40/50GBase-X QSFP+ ports, 6 x QSFP28 ports
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, 100G QSFP28, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	40G,50G,100G
UpLink Ports	QSFP+,QSFP28
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	3.6 Tbps (full duplex)
Switch Forwarding Rate	2,678 Mpps (approx.)
DRAM	16 GB
Flash Memory	8 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP+,QSFP28,RJ-45 (Console),USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	32,000 entries (approx.)

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+
Management Type	CLI (NX-OS),Web UI (where applicable),SNMP
Security	Access control lists (ACLs), 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, SSH, SNMPv3, MACsec support (hardware dependent/ports dependent)
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,SNMP
Routing Protocol	Static routing, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, RIP, VRF support (NX-OS routing protocols)

Power & Cooling
Fans	Redundant hot-swappable fan modules (front-to-back airflow), 4
Power	Supports dual hot-swappable AC power supplies; typical per-PSU ratings up to ~1100W (platform supports redundant PSUs)
Power Supply	Single hot-pluggable AC PSU (field-upgradeable to dual redundant 1100W AC PSUs)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.72 in x 17.5 in x 20.0 in (4.4 cm x 44.5 cm x 50.8 cm) - 1U
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ae (10G), IEEE 802.3ba (40G/100G), IEEE 802.3by (25G/50G), IEEE 802.1Q (VLAN), IEEE 802.1p (CoS), IEEE 802.1X (port-based network access control), IEEE 802.3x (flow control)

Product Description
The Cisco Nexus 9300-EX Series 93180LC-EX is a high-performance network switch designed for data centers and enterprise networks requiring fast, reliable connectivity. It is commonly used in environments where high bandwidth and low latency are critical, such as cloud computing or large-scale virtualization setups. Built for network administrators and IT teams, it provides granular control over traffic and efficient data forwarding. Key Features Offers a mix of 40/50G QSFP+ and QSFP28 ports for flexible deployment Enables Layer 3 routing to support complex network topologies Compact 1U chassis fits easily into standard racks, saving space Supports robust management interfaces for monitoring and configuration Designed to handle dense traffic loads typical in data center fabrics This switch is often found in server farms and colocation facilities, where it helps maintain smooth traffic flow between servers and storage. Its role in managing high-speed data streams ensures that applications perform without interruption, making it a reliable choice for demanding network environments.

Use Cases
The Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX switch is ideal for data center environments that demand high-density, low-latency connectivity and robust Layer 3 routing. It is particularly beneficial for enterprises and service providers deploying virtualization, high-performance computing, and storage networking where scalable, high-throughput connections are critical. How It's Used: Facilitating spine-leaf architectures in large-scale data center deployments to enhance east-west traffic flow. Supporting cloud service providers with scalable 40/50G port density for multi-tenant infrastructure and virtualized workloads. Enabling enterprise IT to interconnect storage clusters and compute nodes with high-speed QSFP+ and QSFP28 links. Deploying in high-performance computing environments requiring low-latency, high-bandwidth switching between compute racks. Implementing in network aggregation layers to consolidate multiple 10/25G access switches into a compact 1U footprint. This switch supports operational efficiency by combining dense port configurations with advanced routing capabilities, allowing networks to scale horizontally without compromising performance. Its compact design reduces data center space requirements while delivering the throughput necessary for demanding applications and evolving network topologies.