atalyst 9500 Series 8×10G SFP+ Spare Network Module
Product Description
The Cisco C9500-NM-8X= is the spare/refresh SKU of the C9500-NM-8X uplink expansion module, designed for Catalyst 9500 Series enterprise core switches from Cisco Systems. It provides high-density fiber uplink expansion for campus core, aggregation, and high-speed inter-switch connectivity.
This module offers eight 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports, enabling scalable backbone connections, distribution uplinks, and high-speed connectivity toward data centers or cloud environments. Running under Cisco IOS-XE, it supports automation, telemetry, segmentation, and enterprise-grade security policies.
The “=” suffix indicates a spare or replacement unit, typically ordered for maintenance inventory, hardware refresh cycles, or rapid replacement in mission-critical enterprise networks.
Model Type
Uplink Expansion Network Module — 8× 10G SFP+ Ports (Spare Unit)
Category
Networking – Enterprise Core / Aggregation Expansion Module
Key Features
8× 10-Gigabit SFP+ Ports
Provides high-density fiber uplinks for enterprise aggregation and campus core interconnects.
Spare / Replacement SKU
Designed for replacement stock, maintenance inventory, or hardware refresh planning.
Flexible Uplink Scaling
Allows enterprises to expand uplink capacity without upgrading the base switch.
Cisco IOS-XE Compatibility
Supports automation, programmability, telemetry, and policy-based networking.
Enterprise Security Integration
Works with MACsec encryption, segmentation policies, and secure access frameworks.
Hot-Swappable Module Design
Enables installation or replacement without interrupting switch operation.
Catalyst 9500 Optimized
Built specifically for fixed-core Catalyst 9500 switches in enterprise deployments.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco C9500-NM-8X= |
| Series | Catalyst 9500 |
| Port Count | 8 |
| Port Type | 10G SFP+ Fiber |
| Module Role | Uplink Expansion Module (Spare) |
| Compatibility | Catalyst 9500 Series Switches |
| Software | Cisco IOS-XE |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes |
| Deployment | Core uplinks / aggregation / data-center edge |
Typical Use Cases
Spare Hardware Inventory — Maintained as a backup module for high-availability enterprise core switches.
Distribution-to-Core Aggregation — Connects multiple distribution switches using 10G fiber uplinks.
Campus Core Interconnects — Provides scalable backbone links between enterprise core switches.
Data Center Edge Connectivity — Enables high-speed links toward data centers or cloud gateways.
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