Cisco Nexus N9K-C9504 Modular Switch

The Cisco Nexus N9K-C9504 is a high-performance 4-slot modular data center switch designed for enterprise and cloud environments. This compact yet powerful switch delivers up to 25.6 Tbps of switching capacity with ultra-low latency under 2 microseconds, making it ideal for high-frequency trading, real-time analytics, and latency-sensitive applications.

Key features include support for 1/10/25/40/50/100 Gigabit Ethernet ports, advanced VXLAN capabilities for network virtualization, and comprehensive telemetry for real-time network monitoring. The switch runs Cisco’s NX-OS operating system, providing robust security features, automated provisioning, and seamless integration with software-defined networking (SDN) architectures.

The modular design offers exceptional flexibility and investment protection, allowing organizations to start with basic configurations and scale bandwidth as needed. Hot-swappable line cards and redundant power supplies ensure maximum uptime, while the compact 4RU form factor optimizes rack space utilization.

Unique selling points include Cisco’s Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) readiness, enabling policy-driven automation and simplified network management. The switch also features advanced buffer architecture and intelligent traffic management, ensuring consistent performance even under heavy network loads. With comprehensive APIs and programmability features, the N9K-C9504 seamlessly integrates into modern DevOps workflows and cloud-native environments.