Cisco C9500-NM-8X - Interface Module

Cisco Part Number: C9500-NM-8X is a Cisco Catalyst 9500 8 x 10GE Network Module

Network Modules

The Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches family features fixed core and aggregation layer switches designed with redundant power supplies and modular fans. These switches come in various models with different downlink port configurations:

• 8 ports of 400G QSFP-DD
• 16, 28, and 32 ports of 100G QSFP28
• 12, 24, and 32 ports of 40G QSFP
• 24 and 48 ports of 25G SFP28
• 16, 24, 40, and 48 ports of 10G SFP/SFP28

The Catalyst 9500 Series Switches support the following features:

• Uplink Connectivity:

  • Network modules with SFP (C9500-NM-8X) and QSFP uplink ports providing 10G and 40G connectivity on C9500-16X and C9500-40X switches.
  • Fixed QSFP uplink ports supporting 40G/100G connectivity on C9500-24Y4C and C9500-48Y4C switches.

• Advanced Security Capabilities:

  • MACSec-256 encryption
  • TrustWorthy systems

• IoT Integration and Automation:

  • Policy-based automation from the edge to the cloud with Cisco's SD-Access solution.

• Connectivity Options:

  • RJ-45, USB Mini-Type B, and USB Type C console ports.

• Application Hosting:

  • Supports SATA SSD storage for container-based application hosting on select switch models.