N9K-C9336C-FX2
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Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 36-Port 40/100G QSFP28 Fabric Switch

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Nexus9300-C9336C-FX2
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36 x 1/10/25 Gbps SFP28 ports, 6 x 40/100 Gbps QSFP28 uplink ports, 1 RU form factor, ideal for scalable data center deployments.
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Cisco Nexus 9300 Series C9336C-FX2 Switch

The Cisco Nexus 9336C-FX2 (N9K-C9336C-FX2) is a 1 RU, fixed-port data-center switch engineered for spine-leaf and converged fabrics across the United States—from hyperscale deployments in Silicon Valley to high-frequency trading backbones on Wall Street.

Based on Cisco Cloud Scale technology, it delivers 7.2 Tbps of full-duplex switching bandwidth and over 2.4 billion packets per second (Bpps) of forwarding capacity in a compact chassis.

Thirty-six QSFP28 ports support flexible speeds (1/10/25/40/50/100 Gbps) with breakout on every interface, while NX-OS software brings wire-rate telemetry, programmability, and enterprise-grade security to your U.S. data centers.

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Core Highlights

  • High-Density 100/40 Gbps Ports
    36 × QSFP28 ports, each configurable as 1/10/25/40/50/100 Gbps, with breakout support on all interfaces for maximum flexibility.

  • Ultra-High Performance
    7.2 Tbps switching capacity and >2.4 Bpps wire-speed forwarding keep mission-critical traffic flowing smoothly.

  • Cloud-Scale Architecture
    Built on Cisco’s UADP 2.0 ASIC and Cloud Scale software, providing large buffers, advanced QoS, and line-rate security.

  • Intelligent Buffer & Telemetry
    40 MB packet buffer with Cisco Intelligent Buffer Management, plus real-time streaming telemetry and Nexus Data Broker support.

  • Enterprise-Grade Security & Automation
    IEEE 802.1ae MACsec, segment routing, VXLAN/EVPN, Trust Anchor Module, RESTCONF/NETCONF, and full programmability via NX-API and Python SDK.

  • Compact & Efficient
    1 RU form factor with hot-swappable fan modules and external 750 W power supplies for optimized airflow and power density.

Recommended Accessories

Accessory Category Description
NXA-PAC-750W-PE AC Power Supply 750 W AC power supply (90–264 VAC) for Nexus 9300-FX2 platforms
NXA-PAC-750W-PI DC Power Supply 750 W DC power supply (100–250 VDC) for high-availability deployments
NXA-FAN-65CFM-PI Fan Module Dual-fan module, 65 CFM port-side intake airflow
NXA-FAN-160CFM-PE Fan Module Single-fan module, 160 CFM port-side exhaust airflow
C1E1TN9300XF-3Y ACI Subscription 3-year Cisco ACI & NX-OS Essential license (supports 10/25/40/100 Gbps Nexus 9K)
C1E1TN9300XF-5Y ACI Subscription 5-year Cisco ACI & NX-OS Essential license

 

Comparison with Similar Models

Feature N9K-C9336C-FX2 N9K-C9336C-FX2-E N9K-C93240YC-FX2
Downlink Ports 36 × 40/100 Gbps QSFP28 36 × 40/100 Gbps QSFP28 48 × 1/10/25 Gbps SFP+ + 12 × 40/100 Gbps QSFP28
Switching Capacity 7.2 Tbps full-duplex 7.2 Tbps full-duplex 4.8 Tbps full-duplex
Forwarding Rate >2.4 Bpps >2.4 Bpps >2.5 Bpps
Breakout Support 1/10/25/40/50/100 Gbps on all ports Same + 16/32 Gbps Fibre Channel option Downlinks: 1/10/25 Gbps; Uplinks: 40/100 Gbps
Ideal Use Case Spine-leaf fabrics in U.S. data centers Converged LAN/SAN with ACI in enterprise cores Leaf deployments with mixed 25 GbE server and 100 GbE uplinks

 

Specifications

Parameter Specification
Product Code N9K-C9336C-FX2
Form Factor 1 RU rack-mountable (chassis height: 1.72″)
Downlink Interfaces 36 × QSFP28 supporting 1/10/25/40/50/100 Gbps (breakout on all ports)
Switching Capacity 7.2 Tbps full-duplex
Forwarding Performance >2.4 Bpps (64-byte packets)
Packet Buffer Memory 40 MB
ASIC Architecture Cisco Cloud Scale (UADP 2.0)
Telemetry & Programmability Nexus Data Broker, streaming telemetry, PTPv2, NX-API, RESTCONF/NETCONF
Management NX-OS CLI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, OpenConfig, REST API, Python SDK
Operating Temperature 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)
Operating Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Altitude 0 to 13,123 ft (0 to 4,000 m)
Power Supply External NXA-PAC-750W-PE (AC) or NXA-PAC-750W-PI (DC)
Cooling Hot-swappable fan modules (65 CFM & 160 CFM options)
Weight 18.8 lb (8.5 kg) without power supplies or fans
Regulatory Compliance CE, UL 60950-1, FCC Class A, RoHS


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Frequently Questions and Answers

Q1. What is the Cisco Nexus 9336C‑FX2?

A: It is a 1 RU fixed-port data center switch with 36 QSFP28 ports supporting 40/100 GbE speeds, ideal for high-density connectivity.

Q2. How many ports does the N9K‑C9336C‑FX2 have, and what speeds?

A: It has 36 QSFP28 ports that support 1/10/25/40/100 Gbps speeds, with breakout support for flexible deployment.

Q3. What power supply options are available?

A: The switch supports dual hot‑swappable AC, DC, or HVAC/HVDC power supply units.

Q4. Does the N9K‑C9336C‑FX2 support virtualization features like VXLAN/EVPN?

A: Yes, it supports advanced virtualization technologies including VXLAN and EVPN for modern data center fabrics.

Q5. What are its bandwidth and forwarding capabilities?

A: It delivers up to 7.2 Tbps switching capacity and 2.8 billion packets per second (bpps) throughput.

Q6. Does it support MACsec encryption?

A: Yes, wire‑rate MACsec encryption is supported on all ports for secure link-level traffic.

Q7. What kind of cooling and airflow design does it use?

A: It includes three fan trays with front-and-side to back airflow options suitable for data center environments.

Q8. How cost-effective is the N9K‑C9336C‑FX2?

A: Its high port density, flexible speed options, security, and virtualization features make it a highly cost-efficient choice for dense data center environments.

Q9. What deployment scenarios suit this switch?

A: Ideal for leaf/spine fabrics in data centers, cloud and HPC clusters requiring low latency, high throughput, and advanced security.

Q10. How do I install the N9K‑C9336C‑FX2?

A: Rack-mount it in a 1 RU space, connect redundant power and QSFP cables, then configure using Cisco NX‑OS or ACI mode.

Q11. Does it need regular firmware upgrades?

A: Yes, routine NX‑OS updates are recommended to maintain security, performance, and feature availability.

Q12. Are there alternative models within the Nexus lineup?

A: Alternatives include higher-density FX2 models (9316D‑GX, 93600CD‑GX, etc.) or other 9000-series products depending on port and speed needs.

Q13. What accessories are available for N9K‑C9336C‑FX2?

A: Support includes QSFP28 optics, power supplies, rack-mount kits, spare fans, management cables, and module options.

Q14. What are common troubleshooting steps?

A: Validate port link states, check power and fan status, review NX‑OS logs and port stats, and ensure firmware is current.

Q15. How does it compare to similar switches?

A: It offers excellent mid-level density with flexible multi-rate ports, MACsec security, and strong virtualization support, bridging the gap between 9316D‑GX and 93600CD‑GX.

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