Cisco Nexus 9504 N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis with 4 Linecard Slots

Product Overview of N9K-C9504

Manufacturer Details

• Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
• Part Number: N9K-C9504
• Brand: Cisco

Product Line and Series

• Product Line: Nexus
• Series: 9000
• Model: 9504

Product Specifications

Chassis Details

• Product Name: Nexus 9504 Chassis with 4 Linecard Slots
• Type: Switch Chassis

Interfaces and Ports

• Token Ring Port: No
• LRE Port: No
• Uplink Port: No
• Bypass: No
• Modular: Yes
• Management Port: Yes
• USB Ports: Yes
• Stack Port: No
• Port/Expansion Slot Details: 12 x Expansion Slot

Expansion and Memory

Expansion Slots

• Total Expansion Slots: 12
• Slot Types:
  • Supervisor Engine
  • Line Card
  • Switch Fabric

Memory Specifications

• Standard Memory: 16 GB
• Maximum Memory: 48 GB
• Memory Technology: DRAM

Network and Communication

• Layer Supported: 3

Management and Protocols

• Manageable: Yes
• Supported Protocols:
  • Management VLAN
  • Syslog
  • QoS

Power and Environmental Specifications

Power Description

• PoE (RJ-45) Port: No
• Input Voltage: 120 V AC / 230 V AC
• Power Source: Power Supply

Environmental Compliance

• Certifications & Standards:
  • CISPR 22 Class A
  • CISPR 24
  • EN 61000-3-2
  • EN 61000-3-3
  • EN55024
  • EN55022 Class A
  • AS/NZS 60950-1
  • ICES-003 Class A
  • UL 60950-1 Second Edition
  • GB 4943
  • CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 Second Edition
  • EN 60950-1 Second Edition
  • VCCI Class A
  • KN22
  • CNS 13438(95) Class A
  • EN 300386
• Environmentally Friendly: Yes
• Environmental Certification: RoHS

Linecard Slots

The Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis is a powerful networking solution designed to meet the demands of modern data centers. One of its key features is the Linecard Slots, which play a crucial role in enhancing the functionality and scalability of the switch.

Enhanced Flexibility and Scalability

With four Linecard Slots available, the Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis offers enhanced flexibility and scalability to meet the growing needs of businesses. These slots allow users to customize their switch configuration by adding linecards based on their specific requirements. This flexibility enables businesses to adapt their network infrastructure to changing needs, ensuring seamless operations and future-proofing their investments.

Increased Port Density

Each Linecard Slot on the Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis supports multiple linecards, offering increased port density. This feature is particularly beneficial for organizations that require a high volume of network connections. With four Linecard Slots available, users can add linecards with varying port densities to accommodate a large number of devices and optimize network performance.

Improved Network Performance

The Linecard Slots on the Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis contribute significantly to improved network performance. By allowing the addition of linecards with higher port speeds, such as 40G or 100G, businesses can achieve faster data transfer rates and reduced latency. This is especially crucial in data centers where high-performance networking is essential for managing bandwidth-intensive applications and ensuring smooth operations.

Redundancy and High Availability

Redundancy is a critical aspect of any reliable network infrastructure. The Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis with its four Linecard Slots provides redundancy capabilities that enhance network availability. Users can configure multiple linecards in each slot, ensuring that if one linecard fails, traffic can be automatically rerouted through the remaining functional linecards. This setup minimizes downtime and ensures uninterrupted network connectivity.

Easy Upgrades and Maintenance

The availability of four Linecard Slots simplifies the upgrade and maintenance process for the Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis. Users can easily replace or add linecards without disrupting the entire network infrastructure. This flexibility allows businesses to implement upgrades or perform maintenance tasks with minimal downtime, reducing operational disruptions and associated costs.

Cost-Effective Scalability

The Linecard Slots feature on the Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis offers cost-effective scalability options for businesses. Instead of investing in an entirely new switch chassis to accommodate growing network demands, users can simply add linecards to the existing slots. This scalability approach saves costs by utilizing the existing infrastructure while expanding network capabilities as needed.

Future-Proof Investment

The Linecard Slots feature of the Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis ensures that your investment remains future-proof. As technology advances, network requirements evolve, and higher port speeds become commonplace, having four Linecard Slots provides room for growth and compatibility with emerging technologies. This future-proofing capability helps businesses avoid premature equipment obsolescence and ensures their network infrastructure can adapt to future technological advancements seamlessly.

In conclusion, the Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis's Linecard Slots feature is a crucial element that enhances flexibility, scalability, performance, redundancy, and ease of maintenance. With four Linecard Slots available, users can easily expand their network capacity, increase port density, and achieve higher data transfer rates. Moreover, this feature enables cost-effective scalability and future-proofs investments by accommodating emerging technologies. Whether you are building a data center or upgrading an existing network infrastructure, the Cisco N9K-C9504 Switch Chassis with its Linecard Slots ensures optimal performance and adaptability to meet your evolving networking needs.