Cisco Nexus 93108TC-EX 48 Port Managed Rack Switch

Overview

The Cisco N9K-C93108TC-FX3P is a managed rack switch designed to deliver high-performance networking for data centers, campus cores, and enterprise aggregation layers. It features 48 10GBASE-T ports that support speeds of 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, and 10 Gbps, along with six QSFP28 uplink ports capable of flexible speeds up to 100 Gbps. This switch provides a total switching bandwidth of 2.16 terabits per second and can process over 1.7 billion packets per second, ensuring smooth traffic flow even under heavy loads.

Key features

• 48 copper 10GBASE-T ports that simplify cabling by supporting existing copper infrastructure while enabling faster server connections
• Six QSFP28 uplink ports offering versatile speeds from 10 Gbps to 100 Gbps to accommodate growing bandwidth demands without chassis replacement
• High switching capacity of 2.16 Tbps to handle east-west traffic efficiently in virtualization clusters and hyperconverged infrastructures
• Compact 1RU rack-mount design that conserves valuable rack space and keeps cabling organized
• Fully managed platform allowing flexible configuration and monitoring to adapt to evolving network workloads
• Scalable architecture that supports gradual bandwidth upgrades port by port, making it practical for expanding enterprise networks

Key specs

• Host ports: 48 x 10GBASE-T with auto-negotiation for 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, or 10 Gbps
• Uplink ports: 6 x QSFP28 supporting 10, 25, 40, 50, or 100 Gbps speeds
• Total switching bandwidth: 2.16 terabits per second
• Packet forwarding rate: over 1.7 billion packets per second
• Form factor: 1 rack unit (1RU) rack-mount enclosure

Connectivity and compatibility

This switch integrates seamlessly into existing network environments by supporting standard copper cabling for access ports and high-speed fiber connections for uplinks. The 10GBASE-T ports allow easy migration from 1 Gbps to 10 Gbps server links without rewiring, while the QSFP28 uplinks provide flexible options for connecting to spine switches or core networks. Its managed capabilities ensure compatibility with modern network management tools and protocols.

Ideal uses and environments

The Cisco N9K-C93108TC-FX3P fits well in enterprise data centers, financial trading floors, research laboratories, and university campuses where high throughput and low latency are critical. It supports teams upgrading from 1 gigabit networks to 10 gigabit or building 100 gigabit spine layers. Its ability to handle heavy east-west traffic makes it suitable for virtualization and storage networks that demand consistent performance.