Name: N9K-C9516-FM-E Cisco 100Gb Fabric Module Nexus 9516 Switch Chassis
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N9K-C9516-FM-E
Price: 714.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco 100Gb Fabric Module for the Nexus 9516 chassis acts as the core communication layer within the switch, providing high-speed interconnects essential for data center operations. It fits into environments where reliable and scalable switching fabric is necessary, ensuring that internal data flows remain consistent and efficient across all line cards.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N9K-C9516-FM-E

Technical Information
Data Rate	100 Gbps
Compatibility	Cisco Nexus 9516 Switch Chassis
Connector Type	Backplane (proprietary)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Modular fabric module (pluggable)
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 100Gb Fabric Module for the Nexus 9516 Switch Chassis is built to enhance the switching capacity and backbone performance of data center networks. It is commonly used in large-scale enterprise and service provider environments where high throughput and low latency are critical. Network engineers and data center operators often deploy this module to ensure smooth traffic flow and robust connectivity between line cards within the chassis. Key Features Offers 100Gbps fabric bandwidth to handle intensive data traffic Supports modular and scalable network architecture in Nexus 9516 chassis Compatible with existing Nexus 9000 series infrastructure Provides redundancy and high availability within the switching fabric Designed to maintain optimal performance under heavy workloads This fabric module is typically installed in data centers or large enterprise networks where Nexus 9516 chassis are deployed. It plays a crucial role in maintaining efficient internal communication between line cards, enabling the switch to handle complex and high-volume traffic patterns. Its robust design helps maintain stable network performance even in demanding scenarios.

Use Cases
The Cisco 100Gb Fabric Module for the Nexus 9516 chassis is primarily deployed in large-scale data centers and enterprise core networks where high-speed, low-latency fabric interconnects are critical. Network architects and operations teams managing virtualization-heavy environments and demanding workloads benefit from its scalable and robust fabric capabilities. How It's Used: Facilitating high-throughput interconnects between line cards in hyperscale data centers supporting cloud service providers. Enabling scalable fabric expansion in enterprise IT environments with intensive server virtualization and containerized applications. Supporting converged storage and networking fabrics in storage clusters requiring consistent, high-bandwidth connectivity. Optimizing traffic flow within carrier-grade networks where low latency and high availability are mandatory. Integrating into edge computing deployments that demand efficient data aggregation across distributed rack deployments. This fabric module ensures efficient internal data transfer within Nexus 9516 chassis, enhancing overall switch performance and reliability. Its design supports evolving network scalability requirements, enabling IT teams to maintain seamless operations under increasing workload demands.

N9K-C9516-FM-E Cisco 100Gb Fabric Module Nexus 9516 Switch Chassis

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases