Cisco Nexus 9800
Every published platform in the Cisco Nexus 9800 family, with the attributes that differentiate them. Each row links to the full validated specification.
2 platforms
Positioning
Where this family sits and what it is for
Modular data-center spine/core switch built on Cisco Silicon One Q200 (deep HBM buffer) in 10RU (N9K-C9804, 4 line-card slots) and 16RU (N9K-C9808, 8 line-card slots) chassis. 400G QSFP-DD line cards with line-rate MACsec for hyperscale leaf-spine and AI/ML fabrics, with a chassis designed for transition to 800G. Runs NX-OS.
Price band: Premium
Platforms compared
What differs between these models, side by side
Parts and modules
What this family is ordered with. Long lists open on their own page.
- Line cards (3)
- Supervisors (2)
- Fabric modules (3)
- Power supplies (3)
- Fan trays (3)
- Blank panels (2)
- Rack-mount kits (1)
Licence tiers available for this family
Tiers defined for this family
Advantage · Essentials · Premier
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