Product Summary
The Cisco Nexus N9K C9336C FX2 is a high-performance, fixed-port switch optimized for data center spine and leaf deployments. It features 36 ports of 100-Gigabit QSFP28 interfaces with comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities. Designed for scalability, programmability, and performance, it is suitable for both traditional and automated data center environments.
Product Details
| Feature | Description |
| Product Code | N9K C9336C FX2 |
| Interface | 36 x 100G QSFP28 |
| Throughput | Up to 7.2 Tbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | Up to 2.16 Bpps |
| Latency | Sub-microsecond |
| Software Compatibility | Cisco NX OS, ACI Mode |
| Architecture | Spine or Leaf |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Use Case | High-density 100G data center deployments |
Key Features
36-port 100G QSFP28 interfaces for ultra-high-speed connectivity
1RU compact design, ideal for space-saving deployments
Flexible architecture supporting both NX OS and ACI environments
Advanced telemetry, automation, and programmability features
Wire-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding
Suitable for cloud-scale data center fabric deployment
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Switching Capacity | 7.2 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2.16 Billion packets per second |
| Dimensions | 1RU (1.72 x 17.3 x 22.8 inches) |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant (AC/DC) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| MTBF | Over 190,000 hours |
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Ports | Switching Capacity | Positioning |
| N9K C9336C FX2 | 36 x 100G | 7.2 Tbps | High-density leaf/spine |
| N9K C93180YC FX3 | 48 x 25G + 6 x 100G | 3.6 Tbps | Leaf switch with mixed speeds |
| N9K C9364C | 64 x 100G | 12.8 Tbps | Ultra-high performance spine |
