The Cisco Nexus 9396PX is a data center switch from the Nexus 9300 series: 48 ports of 1/10G SFP+ server access with 40G QSFP+ uplinks via its uplink module, deployable standalone on NX-OS or as a leaf switch in a Cisco ACI fabric. It is one of the most commonly deployed top-of-rack switches of its generation, which keeps it liquid, available and affordable on the secondary market.
Buying: IO South stocks and sources the Nexus 9396PX refurbished and tested, with a warranty. Selling: we also buy 9396PX units and full Nexus estates from businesses upgrading their fabric. Request a quote, or get an offer on the ones you have.
| Series | Cisco Nexus 9300 (N9K-C9396PX) |
|---|---|
| Access ports | 48x 1/10G SFP+ |
| Uplinks | 40G QSFP+ via uplink module |
| Modes | Standalone NX-OS or ACI leaf |
| Role | Top-of-rack / server access and aggregation |
| Form factor | 2RU rack mount |
Server access at 10G with 40G uplinks to the spine – the standard leaf role in data centers built through the 9300 generation. Its volume deployment history means spares, optics and replacements are easy to source, which matters when you are keeping a production fabric alive economically.
We hold and source real inventory rather than brokering, test before shipping, and warranty refurbished units. Because we also buy hardware back, the switches you retire can fund part of the upgrade. Call 855-272-5044 or email info@iosouth.com.
It depends on condition, the uplink module included, and licensing needs. Send us the config you need, or the one you have, and we quote it the same business day. Refurbished units run well below Cisco list.
Data center top-of-rack and aggregation switching: 48 ports of 1/10G SFP+ for server connectivity with 40G uplinks to the spine. It runs in standalone NX-OS mode or as a leaf in Cisco ACI fabrics.
Yes. IO South buys used Cisco Nexus data center switches from businesses upgrading or decommissioning. Call 855-272-5044 or email info@iosouth.com with quantities and we come back with an offer.
For 10G server access with 40G uplinks it remains a cost-effective workhorse on the secondary market, which is why it still moves in volume. If your fabric is moving to 25/100G, we can quote the 9300-EX/FX successors and buy back the 9396PX units you retire.
* Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
Ports
48 fixed SPF+ ports
Supported speeds
1/10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds
40 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink Ports
6 or 12 QFSP+ ports active through the uplink module.Customers have the choice of either N9K-M6PQ or N9K-M12PQ for 40 Gigabit Uplink connectivity to aggregation or spine switches.
100 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink Ports
Customer can have 100G uplink connectivity to spine switches or routers through the N9K-M4PC- uplink module, with CPF2 optics as wells as Cisco CPAK 100G module through converters.The N9K-M4PC-CFP2 offers 5MB additional buffer for each port.
Power supplies (up to 2)
650W AC/930W DC
Typical power* (AC)
232W
Maximum power* (AC)
455W
Input voltage (AC)
100 to 240V
Input voltage (DC)
-48V – -60V
Frequency (AC)
50 to 60 Hz
Fans
3
Physical (H x W x D)
3.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 in.
(8.9 x 44.5 x 57.1 cm)
Acoustics
68.3 dBA at 40% fan speed, 78.8 dBA at 70% fan speed, and 84.5 dB at 100% fan speed
RoHS compliance
Yes
