Name: N9K-C9508-FM-E2 Cisco 100Gb Fabric Module for Nexus 9508 ACI NX-OS
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N9K-C9508-FM-E2
Price: 889.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9508 Series 100Gb Fabric Module acts as a vital component inside the Nexus 9508 chassis, responsible for linking various line cards at high speeds. It fits into either traditional NX-OS setups or Cisco’s ACI architecture, providing the backbone for data center traffic. This module focuses on reliable, scalable fabric connectivity, handling substantial traffic loads while supporting network redundancy and expansion needs.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N9K-C9508-FM-E2

Technical Information
Ports	8
Data Rate	100 Gbps per port, 800 Gbps aggregate
Compatibility	Cisco Nexus 9508, ACI, NX-OS
Connector Type	QSFP28

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Fabric module (chassis slot module)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The Cisco Nexus 9508 Series 100Gb Fabric Module is built to enhance the data throughput and connectivity within Cisco Nexus 9508 chassis systems. Often found in large-scale data centers, this fabric module handles high-speed data transfer essential for demanding applications. Commonly used in environments running ACI or NX-OS, it suits enterprises and service providers looking to maintain resilient and scalable network fabrics. Network engineers and system architects benefit from its flexibility and performance in managing complex switch fabrics. Key Features Delivers 100Gbps throughput for high-performance networking Compatible with Cisco ACI and NX-OS for operational flexibility Supports fabric redundancy to minimize downtime Enables scalable expansion within the Nexus 9508 chassis Integrates seamlessly with existing Cisco Nexus infrastructure This module typically runs in core or aggregation layers of large data centers, ensuring reliable and fast connectivity across network fabrics. Its role is critical in maintaining efficient data flows and supporting virtualization and cloud environments without bottlenecks.

Use Cases
The Cisco N9K-C9508-FM-E2 fabric module is primarily utilized within enterprise data centers and large-scale network environments where high-throughput and low-latency switching fabric is critical. It benefits IT teams managing complex network architectures that require seamless integration between ACI and NX-OS platforms to support virtualization, cloud workloads, and high-density server deployments. How It's Used: Enabling high-speed fabric interconnects in data centers running multi-tenant virtualization environments requiring scalable bandwidth. Supporting enterprise IT infrastructures with demanding storage cluster traffic to maintain low latency and high availability. Facilitating scalable network fabric expansion for service providers deploying edge computing nodes with consistent performance. Integrating with Cisco ACI for automated policy-driven connectivity in environments requiring rapid provisioning and network segmentation. Serving as the backbone fabric in rack deployments with dense 100Gbps line card aggregation for optimized traffic flow. This fabric module enhances network operational efficiency by providing a resilient and scalable switching fabric that adapts to evolving workload demands. Its compatibility with both ACI and NX-OS environments ensures flexible deployment options, supporting long-term scalability and consistent network performance across varied data center topologies.

N9K-C9508-FM-E2 Cisco 100Gb Fabric Module for Nexus 9508 ACI NX-OS

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General Information

Technical Information

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Miscellaneous

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