C9600X-SUP-2 Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9600X Series Supervisor Engine 2 (C9600X-SUP-2) provides market-leading performance, density, and features to power the next generation of enterprise networks. With 25.6 Tbps of switching capacity and support for 400GbE, 100GbE and 50GbE, it future-proofs the network for emerging high-speed workloads and applications.
The C9600X-SUP-2 introduces the revolutionary Silicon One Q200 chip. This purpose-built ASIC drives unmatched table scale, buffering, fine-grained QoS, segmentation, routing, and ACL capabilities optimized for the enterprise campus. Combined with the latest Cisco IOS XE software innovations, the Supervisor 2 readies the network for advanced security, automation, cloud-managed solutions and real-time insights.
With its induustry-leading speed, density, programmability, intelligence, and robust feature set, the C9600X-SUP-2 is ideal for garage, core or aggregation deployments that require investment protection to evolve and support future innovations.
Quick Specifications
Feature | Description |
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Part Number | C9600X-SUP-2 |
Switching Capacity | 25.6 Tbps |
Forwarding Rate | – |
Port Densities | 128x100GbE, 128x40GbE, 256×50/25/10GbE, 8x400GbE |
Software Version | Cisco IOS XE Release 17.7.1 or later |
C9600X-SUP-2 Key Features and Benefits
- Silicon One Q200 ASIC driving market-leading performance
- 8 400G ports and high-density 100G, 50G, 25G, and 10G connectivity
- Incredible table scale, buffering, fine-grained QoS and segmentation
- Advanced security, automation, cloud-managed solutions
- Investment protection for future technologies
Supported Chassis
Chassis | Description |
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Cisco Catalyst 9606R (C9606R) | 6-slot chassis with 40.9 x 44.2 x 35.43 cm dimensions |
Comparison to Similar Models
Feature | C9600X-SUP-2 | C9600-SUP-1 |
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Switching Capacity | 25.6 Tbps | 9.6 Tbps |
400GbE Port Density | 8 ports | Not Supported |
100GbE Port Density | 128 ports | 48 ports |
Full Specifications
Feature | Description |
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Part Number | C9600X-SUP-2 |
Dimensions | 1.75 x 16.84 x 20.16 in (HxWxD) |
Weight | 5.29 lb |
Switching Bandwidth | 25.6 Tbps |
Port Counts: | |
– 400GbE | 8 ports |
– 100GbE | 128 ports |
– 50GbE | 256 ports |
– 25GbE | 256 ports |
– 10GbE | 256 ports |
C9600X-SUP-2 Licensing
- Network Advantage licensing bundled with hardware
- Optional DNA Add-On licenses available
Warranty Information
Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty
Installation and Configuration
- Modular, front-accessible insertion into Catalyst 9600 chassis
- Configuration done through command-line or Cisco DNA Center
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