C9600X-SUP-2 C9600X-SUP-2- Cisco Supervisor Engine

NEW C9600X-SUP-2 C9600X-SUP-2- Cisco Supervisor Engine

Overview

The Cisco C9600X-SUP-2 is a supervisor module for the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series switches. It is designed to provide centralized control, management, and high-speed switching for enterprise networks. This module is critical for managing the network operations of the Cisco Catalyst 9600 chassis, including handling forwarding, routing, and switch management functions.The Cisco C9600X-SUP-2 supervisor module is designed for high-performance, high-availability deployments in large enterprise networks, data centers, and service provider environments. It provides essential routing, switching, and management functions with extensive redundancy and automation capabilities. Below are the detailed specifications of the C9600X-SUP-2:

Specifications

• Product Type: Supervisor module for the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series switches.
• Model: C9600X-SUP-2
• Chassis Compatibility: Compatible with the Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series chassis, such as the C9606R.
• Performance:
• Switching Capacity: Up to 9.6 Tbps (Terabits per second).
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 3.6 Bpps (Billion packets per second).
• Fabric Capacity: Provides up to 9.6 Tbps of fabric capacity for the entire system, allowing high-speed data throughput and efficient traffic management.
• Ports:
• Network Management and Connectivity:
• 2 x 40/100GE QSFP28 uplink ports.
• 1 x 1G (RJ-45) management port.
• 1 x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 for console management.
• 1 x USB Type-A port for external storage.
• Routing and Forwarding Features:
• Layer 2 Features:
• VLAN support (802.1Q VLAN tagging) with up to 4094 VLANs.
• Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) for port bundling.
• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), including RSTP and MSTP.
• Layer 3 Features:
• Full support for IPv4 and IPv6 unicast and multicast routing.
• Routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP, and IS-IS.
• Policy-Based Routing (PBR).
• VRF (Virtual Routing and Forwarding) for Layer 3 isolation.
• High Availability Features:
• Redundancy:
• 1+1 Supervisor Redundancy: Can be deployed with a second supervisor for redundancy and failover, enabling minimal network downtime.
• Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF): Ensures continuous packet forwarding during a supervisor switchover event.
• In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU): Allows software updates without network downtime, providing seamless network operation.
• Security:
• Control Plane Policing (CoPP): Protects the control plane from excessive traffic or malicious attacks.
• Access Control Lists (ACLs): Provides filtering capabilities based on Layer 2, Layer 3, and Layer 4 parameters for secure traffic management.
• MACsec (802.1AE): Hardware-based encryption for securing traffic on the wire.
• Quality of Service (QoS):
• Advanced QoS:
• Supports classification, marking, policing, and shaping for traffic control.
• Supports 8 egress queues per port for prioritized traffic handling.
• Hierarchical QoS (HQoS) for handling multi-level traffic priority.
• System Management and Automation:
• Cisco DNA Center: Provides centralized management, policy creation, automation, and analytics.
• Cisco IOS XE Software: Runs the modular Cisco IOS XE operating system, offering programmability and flexibility.
• Programmability: Supports REST APIs, NETCONF/YANG, and Python scripting for network automation and monitoring.
• Telemetry: Real-time data collection and analytics for network performance monitoring.
• Environmental and Power:
• Power Consumption: Approximately 200W (depending on traffic load and configuration).
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C).
• Operating Humidity: 5% to 90%, non-condensing.
• Physical Dimensions:
• Dimensions: 1.72 inches (4.37 cm) height x 14.49 inches (36.80 cm) width x 15.20 inches (38.61 cm) depth.
• Weight: Approximately 12.13 pounds (5.5 kg).
• Use Cases:
• Enterprise Core and Aggregation: Suitable for large enterprise core and aggregation layers, where high throughput and performance are critical.
• Data Center Aggregation: Can serve as the main switching and routing supervisor for data center environments.
• Campus Core: Ideal for large campus networks requiring high availability, security, and scalability.
• Key Features:
• High Throughput: With up to 9.6 Tbps of switching capacity, the C9600X-SUP-2 is designed for high-demand enterprise networks.
• Advanced Routing: Full Layer 2 and Layer 3 support, with comprehensive routing protocols, ensuring flexibility for complex network architectures.
• Redundancy and High Availability: Designed for mission-critical environments, with features such as ISSU and NSF, ensuring continuous operation.
• Security: Offers robust security features, including MACsec encryption and control plane protection.

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