Catalyst 9500 Cisco Cards C9500-NM-2Q= 100G/40G SDN-Ready & Secure

Cisco Cards C9500-NM-2Q=: 100G/40G High-Density Ports, SDN-Ready & Secure for Catalyst 9500
 

The Cisco C9500-NM-2Q= is a high-performance network module designed for the Catalyst 9500 Series switches, delivering 100G/40G connectivity with enterprise-grade security and scalability. Ideal for data centers, enterprise core networks, and cloud environments, this module enables seamless high-bandwidth deployments while supporting software-defined networking (SDN) and advanced security features.

Key Features & Benefits

✔ Dual 100G QSFP28 Ports – Supports 100G or 40G speeds per port, with backward compatibility for 4x25G/10G breakout configurations.
✔ SDN & Automation Ready – Compatible with Cisco DNA Center and IOS XE, enabling programmable network management.
✔ Enterprise Security – Features MACsec encryption (IEEE 802.1AE) for secure data transmission.
✔ High-Performance Switching – Optimized for low-latency, high-throughput applications like AI/ML, video streaming, and large-scale data transfers.
✔ Scalable for Future Needs – Supports Cisco StackWise Virtual for simplified multi-switch deployments.

Technical Specifications (C9500-NM-2Q=)

Ideal Use Cases

• Data Center Spine-Leaf Architectures – High-speed server and storage connectivity.

• Enterprise Core Networks – Future-proof aggregation for bandwidth-intensive applications.

• Cloud & Service Providers – Secure multi-tenant environments with scalable bandwidth.

Upgrade your network with the Cisco C9500-NM-2Q= for ultra-fast, secure, and scalable 100G/40G performance. Buy now or contact a Cisco partner for deployment guidance.