N9K-X9736PQ
Cisco Nexus 9500 36p 40G QSFP ACI Spine line card
The Cisco Nexus 9500 36-port 40GbE QSFP+ line card provides high-density 40G Ethernet connectivity and up to 2.8Tbps throughput for data center spine deployments.
N9K-X9736PQ Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9500 36-port 40GbE QSFP+ line card (N9K-X9736PQ) provides high-speed 40G Ethernet connectivity for large-scale data center deployments. With 36 QSFP+ ports, each supporting 40GbE speeds, this line card is designed for spine switches interconnecting leaf switches in a Clos topology.
The Cisco N9K-X9736PQ offers extensive L2 and L3 features, low latency forwarding, and support for overlay protocols like VXLAN. The line card provides up to 2.8Tbps of system bandwidth with Cisco Nexus 9500 fabric modules.
With its high port density, high bandwidth, and data center features, the Cisco N9K-X9736PQ enables organizations to build flexible, high-performance spine networks for cloud, virtualization, and big data workloads. The line card is optimized for ACI-mode operations in Cisco Nexus 9500 switches.
Quick Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Ports | 36 QSFP+ ports, each supporting 40GbE |
| Throughput | Up to 2.8 Tbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | 6 Bpps |
| Buffer Size | 42 MB |
| Weight | 11.20 lb (5.08 kg) |
| Power | 197W (typical), 211W (max) |
| MTBF | 790,220 hours |
| Software | ACI System Mode |
N9K-X9736PQ Key Features and Benefits
- High-density 40GbE connectivity for data center spine deployments
- Designed for low latency packet forwarding
- Large buffers to handle microbursts and congestion
- Extensive L2 and L3 feature support for data center environments
- Optimized for Cisco ACI deployments on Nexus 9500
- Up to 2.8Tbps system bandwidth with Cisco Nexus 9500 fabric modules
- Can operate in NX-OS mode also if required
Supported Chassis
| Chassis | Description |
|---|---|
| Cisco Nexus 9504 | N9K-C9504, 4-slot modular chassis |
| Cisco Nexus 9508 | N9K-C9508, 8-slot modular chassis |
| Cisco Nexus 9516 | N9K-C9516, 16-slot modular chassis |
Comparison to Similar Models
| Model | Ports | Speed | Buffers | Throughput |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N9K-X9736PQ | 36 | 40GbE | 42MB | 2.8Tbps |
| N9K-X9536PQ | 36 | 40GbE | 104MB | 2.88Tbps |
| N9K-X9432C-S | 32 | 100GbE | 32MB | 6.4Tbps |
Full Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Ports | 36 QSFP+ ports, each supporting 40GbE |
| Throughput | Up to 2.8 Tbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | 6 Bpps |
| Buffer Size | 42 MB |
| Latency | 1us (40GbE) |
| Weight | 11.20 lb (5.08 kg) |
| Typical Power Consumption | 197W |
| Max Power Consumption | 211W |
| MTBF | 790,220 hours |
| Airflow | Port-side intake |
| Supported Power Supplies | 1200W, 2500W, 3500W |
| LED Indicators | Link status, link speed |
| Protocols | Ethernet, FCoE, MPLS, VXLAN, and more |
| Compliance | UL 60950, IEC 60950, EN 60950, ROHS 6, CE marking |
| Operating Temperature | 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 90% (noncondensing) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 13,123 feet (4,000 meters) |
N9K-X9736PQ Licensing
The N9K-X9736PQ requires the LAN Enterprise License (LAN_ENTERPRISE_SERVICES_PKG) enabled by default. Some features may need additional licenses.
Warranty Information
The N9K-X9736PQ comes with a 1 year limited hardware warranty that provides for replacement of hardware failures within the warranty period. Optional Cisco smartnet service contracts are available for extended support.
Installation and Configuration
The N9K-X9736PQ line card can be installed in a Cisco Nexus 9500 switch following the slot restrictions. The line card is hot swappable and auto-discovers on insertion. Standard procedures are used for installing QSFP+ transceivers and cabling to the 40GbE ports. The line card is configured using Cisco NX-OS CLI, GUI tools, or ACI tools depending on the mode enabled.
Brand
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