Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus N9K-C93180YC-EX is a high-performance, fixed-port data center switch designed for scalable and automated cloud environments. With support for high-density 10G, 25G, and 100G interfaces, it delivers high throughput, low latency, and advanced programmability for next-generation enterprise and cloud deployments.
Product Features
48 fixed 1/10/25-Gbps SFP28 ports
6 fixed 40/100-Gbps QSFP28 ports
High forwarding bandwidth of up to 3.6 Tbps
VXLAN, EVPN, and segment routing support
Flexible pipeline architecture for future-proofing
Low latency, ideal for high-performance workloads
Advanced telemetry and monitoring capabilities
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Model | N9K-C93180YC-EX |
| Switching Capacity | 3.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2.6 Bpps |
| 10/25G Ports | 48 x SFP28 |
| 100G Ports | 6 x QSFP28 |
| Latency | Sub-microsecond |
| MAC Address Table | 288K entries |
| VXLAN Support | Yes |
| Layer Support | L2 and L3 |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 1.72 x 17.3 x 22.5 in (1RU) |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant (AC or DC) |
| Typical Power Consumption | ~290W |
Similar Model Comparison
| Model | 10/25G Ports | 40/100G Ports | Switching Capacity | Key Difference |
| N9K-C93180YC-EX | 48 | 6 | 3.6 Tbps | Standard version |
| N9K-C93180YC-FX | 48 | 6 | 3.6 Tbps | FX series with enhanced features |
| N9K-C93108TC-EX | 48 x 10GBase-T | 6 x 100G | 2.16 Tbps | Copper port variant |
| N9K-C93180YC-FX3 | 48 | 6 | 3.6 Tbps | FX3 supports latest telemetry |
Latest Model Series Comparison
| Model | 10/25G Ports | 40/100G Ports | ASIC Architecture | Key Features |
| N9K-C93180YC-FX3 | 48 | 6 | Cloud Scale | Enhanced VXLAN, advanced QoS |
| N9K-C93240YC-FX2 | 48 | 12 | Cloud Scale | Higher 100G port density |
| N9K-C93360YC-FX2 | 64 | 8 | Cloud Scale | Highest 25G density in 1RU |
| N9K-C93180YC-EX | 48 | 6 | Cloud Scale | Base model in EX series |
