Cisco C9500-NM-8XUncategorized

Catalyst 9500 Series 8×10G SFP+ Network Module

Product Description

The Cisco C9500-NM-8X is a high-performance uplink expansion module designed for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series enterprise core switches from Cisco Systems. It provides scalable fiber uplink capacity for campus core, aggregation, and high-speed inter-switch deployments.

This module offers eight 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports, enabling high-density fiber uplinks between distribution and core layers, as well as high-speed connectivity toward data centers or cloud gateways. Integrated with Cisco IOS-XE, it supports automation, segmentation, telemetry, and advanced enterprise security policies.

The C9500-NM-8X is ideal for organizations needing flexible, high-density 10G uplink expansion without upgrading the base switch platform.

Model Type

Uplink Expansion Network Module — 8× 10G SFP+ Ports for Catalyst 9500 Series

Category

Networking – Enterprise Core / Aggregation Expansion Module

Key Features

8× 10-Gigabit SFP+ Ports
Provides high-density fiber uplinks for campus aggregation and core connectivity.

Flexible Uplink Expansion
Allows enterprises to scale uplink bandwidth without replacing the core switch.

High-Speed Campus Backbone Support
Enables multiple distribution switches to connect to the core using 10G fiber links.

Cisco IOS-XE Integration
Supports programmability, automation, telemetry, and policy-based networking.

Enterprise Security Support
Works with MACsec, TrustSec segmentation, and secure access frameworks.

Hot-Swappable Design
Allows installation or replacement without downtime.

Catalyst 9500 Platform Compatible
Optimized for fixed-core Catalyst 9500 switches in enterprise campus deployments.

Technical Specs at a Glance

Typical Use Cases

Distribution-to-Core Aggregation — Connects multiple access or distribution switches using 10G fiber uplinks.

Campus Core Interconnects — Provides scalable high-speed links between enterprise core switches.

Data Center Edge Connectivity — Enables high-speed links toward enterprise data centers or cloud infrastructure.

Enterprise Network Expansion — Adds uplink capacity without replacing existing Catalyst 9500 hardware.