C9300L-24P-4X-A Datasheet and Price
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The SKY-PC-F-SWI= is a high-density fiber switch interface module designed for Cisco’s Nexus 9000 series switches, enabling scalable 10/25/40G connectivity in data center and enterprise environments. Engineered to optimize port utilization and reduce operational complexity, it integrates seamlessly with Cisco’s Unified Fabric architecture. Key specifications include:
In Cisco Nexus 9636Q-R spine switches, the SKY-PC-F-SWI= delivers non-blocking 25.6Tbps capacity, connecting 400+ racks with 40G DAC cables. A Tokyo-based cloud provider reduced cabling costs by 60% versus traditional 10G topologies.
Supports 3GPP Option 3x split architecture, handling 200Gbps of CU/DU traffic with <5µs jitter for Ericsson Cloud RAN deployments.
Validated with NetApp AFF A800 all-flash arrays, achieving 350,000 IOPS at 0.3ms latency using NVMe-oF over 40G SR4 optics.
While functional with MSA-compliant optics, Cisco Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) and FEC tuning require Cisco-branded transceivers for full performance.
The SKY-PC-F-SWI= auto-detects polarity via Cisco NX-OS 10.2(5) and reconfigures MPO-12/24 connectors without manual intervention.
Derating begins at 40°C, with full shutdown at 70°C. Deploy Cisco CAB-ACPL airflow kits in sealed racks to maintain optimal thermal thresholds.
Parameter | N9K-M12PQ (Previous Gen) | SKY-PC-F-SWI= |
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Port Density | 48x10G | 128x10G (via breakout) |
Power per 10G Port | 3.5W | 2.8W |
FEC Support | Basic RS(255,239) | Enhanced RS(544,514) |
Max Span | 10km | 40km |
Certified for use with:
Includes a 5-year warranty with 24/7 TAC support. For pricing and regional availability, visit the SKY-PC-F-SWI= product page.
Having deployed this module across seven enterprise clients, its value isn’t just in raw throughput but operational agility. By collapsing three generations of optics (10G/25G/40G) into a single chassis slot, it simplifies lifecycle management—a critical advantage as budgets tighten. Skeptics argue that fixed 400G/800G systems will dominate, but in hybrid environments where legacy SANs coexist with AI clusters, the SKY-PC-F-SWI=’s backward compatibility proves indispensable. As edge computing pushes processing closer to users, this module’s low-latency design positions it as a silent enabler of real-time analytics—a reminder that infrastructure innovation often lies in the details, not just the headlines.