VXLAN EVPN 1RU Cisco product N9K-C9348GC-FXP Data Center ToR Switch 48x1G BASE-T 4x25G SFP28
Cisco N9K-C9348GC-FXP Data Center ToR Switch – 48×1G BASE-T, 4×25G SFP28, 2×100G QSFP28, VXLAN EVPN, 1RU
Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FXP (N9K-C9348GC-FXP) is a 1-Rack-Unit (1RU) fixed-port, L2/L3 switch designed for data center top-of-rack (ToR) deployments. Part of the Cisco Nexus 9000 series, this switch delivers high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with flexible high-speed uplinks, making it ideal for big data environments requiring local switching .
The switch features 48 100-Mbps/1-Gbps 1GBASE-T host ports, 4 1/10/25-Gigabit SFP28 ports, and 2 40/100-Gigabit QSFP28 uplink ports .
Key Features
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High-Density Gigabit Access: 48 copper ports supporting 100M and 1G speeds for legacy device connectivity
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Flexible High-Speed Uplinks: 4 SFP28 ports (1/10/25G) and 2 QSFP28 ports (40/100G) for future-proof bandwidth growth
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Redundant Design: 1+1 hot-swappable power supplies and 3 hot-swappable fan modules with airflow choice
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Advanced Data Center Features: VXLAN, EVPN, vPC, and 40MB shared system buffer
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Automation Capabilities: POAP (PowerOn Auto Provisioning) for zero-touch deployment
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Model | N9K-C9348GC-FXP |
| Form Factor | 1RU, rack-mountable |
| Port Configuration | 48×100M/1G BASE-T + 4×1/10/25G SFP28 + 2×40/100G QSFP28 |
| Switching Capacity | 2.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 850 Mpps |
| System Buffer | 40 MB |
| DRAM | 24 GB |
| SSD | 128 GB |
| CPU | 4 cores |
Power Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power Supplies | 2 slots, 1+1 redundancy (hot-swappable) |
| Power Options | 350W AC, 350W HVAC/HVDC, 440W DC |
| Typical Power Consumption | 178 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 287 W |
Physical & Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 1.72 × 17.3 × 19.7 in (4.4 × 43.9 × 49.9 cm) |
| Weight (chassis only) | 14.2 lb (6.44 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 90% RH, non-condensing |
| Acoustics | 67.5 dBA @ 50% fan speed, 81.6 dBA @ 100% fan speed |
| MTBF | 257,860 hours |
Fan & Airflow Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Fan Modules | 3 (hot-swappable) |
| Airflow Options | Port-side intake (burgundy) - NXA-FAN-30CFM-B; Port-side exhaust (blue) - NXA-FAN-30CFM-F |
| Typical Fan Speed | 50% (intake) / 70% (exhaust) |
| Redundancy | Each fan has 2 rotors; switch functions normally with 1 rotor failure per fan |
Supported Features & Protocols
| Feature Category | Capabilities |
|---|---|
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP-2, HSRP, PIM-SM, MSDP, ECMP, MPLS, RSVP |
| Data Center Features | VXLAN, EVPN, vPC, N-Port ID Virtualization |
| Management | POAP, SPAN, EEM, SSH, SNMP |
| Scalability | 4K VLANs, 16K VRF instances, 512 port channels, 64 ECMP paths |
| Forwarding Scale | 32K multicast routes, 32K IGMP snooping groups |
Regulatory & Compliance
| Certification | Standard |
|---|---|
| Safety | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 |
| EMC | FCC Class A, VCCI Class A, CE, CISPR22 Class A |
| Environmental | RoHS-6 compliant |
Ordering Information
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | N9K-C9348GC-FXP |
| Series | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series |
| Included | Chassis, power supplies, fan modules, power cables |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (advance parts replacement) |
Important Notes:
The 48 BASE-T ports support 100 Mbps and 1 Gbps speeds only (not 10G)
The switch supports both ACI mode and NX-OS mode deployments
Do not mix AC and DC power sources or mix airflow directions in the same chassis
Minimum NX-OS image: NXOS-703I7.1
Minimum ACI image: ACI-N9KDK9-13.0
The Cisco Nexus 9348GC-FXP provides an optimal balance of Gigabit access density, flexible high-speed uplinks, and data center-class features, making it an ideal top-of-rack switch for enterprises with extensive 1G server or device connectivity requirements.
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