Cisco C9500-NM-2Q Catalyst 9500 2-Port 40GE Network Module

Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9500 2-Port 40GE Network Module (model C9500-NM-2Q) delivers high-density, ultra-fast connectivity for enterprise core and aggregation layers. Designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches, this module provides two independent 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports that enable seamless scaling of bandwidth intensive applications such as data center interconnect, high-performance computing, and video streaming.

Key Features

• Two 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports with full line-rate performance
• Supports both QSFP+ and breakout configurations for flexible deployment
• Advanced forwarding engine with Cisco Silicon One for low latency and high throughput
• Built-in support for MACsec encryption to secure data in transit
• Compliant with IEEE 802.3ba and 802.3bj standards for interoperability
• Hot-swappable design for zero-downtime upgrades and maintenance

Technical Specifications

• Model number: C9500-NM-2Q
• Port type: 2 x QSFP+ (40GE)
• Maximum bandwidth: 80 Gbps aggregate
• Power consumption: approx 12 W per port
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Dimensions: 1.0 in (2.54 cm) height, 6.5 in (16.5 cm) width
• Supported protocols: L2/L3 forwarding, MPLS, VXLAN, OTV, and more

Applications
The C9500-NM-2Q is ideal for organizations that need to consolidate high-speed links into a single chassis. Typical use cases include:

• Data center interconnect for low-latency traffic between sites
• High-performance computing clusters requiring fast data exchange
• Enterprise core routing with heavy video and multimedia streams
• Campus backbone upgrades to support next-generation wireless and IoT devices
• Secure, high-throughput connections for financial trading platforms

By integrating the Cisco Catalyst 9500 2-Port 40GE Network Module, businesses can future-proof their network infrastructure, improve performance, and maintain a resilient, secure environment for critical applications.