Product Overview
The Cisco C9300-NM-2Q is a 2-port 40G QSFP+ uplink network module designed for use with Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switches. It provides ultra-high-speed 40 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks, ideal for enterprise networks requiring high-bandwidth aggregation, core uplinks, or data center interconnects.
Product Description
The Cisco C9300-NM-2Q delivers 2x 40G QSFP+ ports to dramatically boost the uplink capacity of Catalyst 9300 switches. This module is hot-swappable and plugs into the modular uplink slot of supported 9300 models, allowing administrators to upgrade uplinks without any service interruption. It supports Cisco QSFP+ optics, including 40GBASE-SR4, LR4, and BiDi, making it suitable for both short and long-range fiber deployments. It also supports breakout cables, enabling 4x10G fan-out from each 40G port for flexibility. The C9300-NM-2Q is ideal for connecting access switches to high-speed core switches, data center fabrics, or distribution layers with dense traffic demands.
Key Features
2x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports
Supports breakout mode: 1x40G → 4x10G
Compatible with Cisco QSFP+ optics (SR4, LR4, BiDi)
Enables high-speed uplinks for Catalyst 9300 switches
Hot-swappable and plug-and-play design
Ideal for aggregation, core uplinks, and high-density deployments
Seamless integration with Cisco DNA architecture and SD-Access
Ultra-low latency and high-throughput
Technical Specifications
Specification | Details |
---|---|
Model | C9300-NM-2Q |
Ports | 2x 40G QSFP+ |
Interface Type | QSFP+ (40 Gigabit Ethernet) |
Breakout Support | Yes (4x10G per 40G port) |
Hot Swappable | Yes |
Compatible Optics | QSFP-40G-SR4, QSFP-40G-LR4, QSFP-40G-BiDi |
Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series |
Use Case | High-bandwidth uplinks, aggregation |
Power Draw | Supplied by switch chassis |
Compatible Catalyst 9300 Switches
Switch Model | Compatible | Notes |
---|---|---|
C9300-24T-E | Yes | Boost uplinks to 40G or 4x10G |
C9300-48P-A | Yes | Ideal for PoE access with high uplink demands |
C9300-24UX-E | Yes | Supports 10G/40G uplink versatility |
C9300-24S-E | Yes | Suitable for fiber aggregation |
C9300L Series | No | Fixed uplink ports, not modular |
Comparison with Other Catalyst 9300 Uplink Modules
Module Model | Ports | Speed per Port | Interface | Best For |
---|---|---|---|---|
C9300-NM-4G | 4 | 1G | SFP | Basic Gigabit uplinks |
C9300-NM-4X | 4 | 10G | SFP+ | Moderate-speed fiber uplinks |
C9300-NM-8X | 8 | 10G | SFP+ | High-density 10G uplinks |
C9300-NM-2Q | 2 | 40G | QSFP+ | High-bandwidth core/aggregation |
C9300-NM-2Y | 2 | 25G | SFP28 | High-speed 25G for newer fabrics |
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