Description
The Cisco Nexus N9K-X9636PQ= is a high-performance 40-Gigabit Ethernet aggregation line card designed for Cisco Nexus 9500 Series modular switches. Featuring 36 QSFP+ ports, this line card delivers dense, high-throughput connectivity ideal for data center aggregation and spine-leaf architectures.
Built for enterprise and service provider environments, the N9K-X9636PQ= supports non-blocking performance, high packet forwarding rates, and consistent low latency. It integrates seamlessly with Cisco NX-OS environments and is engineered for reliability with hot-swappable design and port-side airflow, making it well-suited for mission-critical data center deployments.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cisco |
| Product Model | N9K-X9636PQ= |
| Product Type | Aggregation Line Card (Spare) |
| Compatible Platform | Cisco Nexus 9500 Series |
| Port Configuration | 36 × 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ |
| Total Throughput | Up to 2.88 Tbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | Up to 4.29 bpps |
| Packet Buffer | 36 MB |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Airflow | Port-side intake |
| Typical Power Consumption | 260 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 400 W |
| Form Factor | Modular line card |
| Intended Use | Data center aggregation and high-density switching |
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