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Cisco C9500-NM-2Q 2-Port 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ Network Module for Catalyst 9500 Series Switches
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Product Description P/N: C9500-NM-2Q
Description
The Cisco C9500-NM-2Q is a two-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet network module designed for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches used in enterprise core and aggregation networks. This Cisco C9500-NM-2Q expansion module provides two QSFP+ interfaces for high-bandwidth fiber uplinks, enabling reliable 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for campus, data center, and service provider environments. Its plug-in, hot-swappable design allows organizations to expand network capacity with minimal disruption to existing operations.
Technical Specifications
| Condition | New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Networking |
| Part Number | C9500-NM-2Q |
| Subcategory | Network Switch Module |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Module Type | Plug-In Expansion Module |
| Network Ports | 2 × 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ |
| Interface Type | QSFP+ |
| Maximum Data Rate | 40 Gbps per port |
| Data Link Protocol | 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Installation | Field Replaceable |
| Compatible Devices | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches |
| Application | Enterprise Core and Aggregation Networking |
| Color | Silver |
| Weight | 0.53 lbs |
Information About C9500-NM-2Q
The C9500-NM-2Q is an optional network expansion module developed specifically for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches. It features two QSFP+ ports that support 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, providing high-throughput uplinks for enterprise backbone, aggregation, and core switching applications. The module is field-replaceable and hot-swappable, allowing installation or replacement without powering down the host switch, which helps reduce maintenance downtime. Designed for compatibility with Cisco Catalyst 9500 platforms, the C9500-NM-2Q supports scalable infrastructure growth while maintaining the performance and reliability required for modern high-speed networks.
Key Features:
- Two QSFP+ Ports: Provides two high-speed 40 Gigabit Ethernet fiber uplink interfaces.
- 40 Gigabit Performance: Supports data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps per port for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- Plug-In Expansion Module: Adds uplink capacity without replacing the host Catalyst 9500 switch.
- Hot-Swappable Design: Allows installation and replacement while the switch remains operational.
- Enterprise Network Integration: Designed for campus core, aggregation, and data center networking environments.
- Field-Replaceable Module: Simplifies maintenance and future infrastructure upgrades.
- Cisco Catalyst 9500 Compatibility: Engineered specifically for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches.
- Investment Protection: Supports scalable network expansion while preserving existing switching infrastructure.
The C9500-NM-2Q delivers the reliability and precision required for high-speed enterprise uplinks, core network connectivity, and scalable fiber infrastructure.
Description
The Cisco C9500-NM-2Q is a two-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet network module designed for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches used in enterprise core and aggregation networks. This Cisco C9500-NM-2Q expansion module provides two QSFP+ interfaces for high-bandwidth fiber uplinks, enabling reliable 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for campus, data center, and service provider environments. Its plug-in, hot-swappable design allows organizations to expand network capacity with minimal disruption to existing operations.
Technical Specifications
| Condition | New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Networking |
| Part Number | C9500-NM-2Q |
| Subcategory | Network Switch Module |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Module Type | Plug-In Expansion Module |
| Network Ports | 2 × 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ |
| Interface Type | QSFP+ |
| Maximum Data Rate | 40 Gbps per port |
| Data Link Protocol | 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Installation | Field Replaceable |
| Compatible Devices | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches |
| Application | Enterprise Core and Aggregation Networking |
| Color | Silver |
| Weight | 0.53 lbs |
Information About C9500-NM-2Q
The C9500-NM-2Q is an optional network expansion module developed specifically for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches. It features two QSFP+ ports that support 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, providing high-throughput uplinks for enterprise backbone, aggregation, and core switching applications. The module is field-replaceable and hot-swappable, allowing installation or replacement without powering down the host switch, which helps reduce maintenance downtime. Designed for compatibility with Cisco Catalyst 9500 platforms, the C9500-NM-2Q supports scalable infrastructure growth while maintaining the performance and reliability required for modern high-speed networks.
Key Features:
- Two QSFP+ Ports: Provides two high-speed 40 Gigabit Ethernet fiber uplink interfaces.
- 40 Gigabit Performance: Supports data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps per port for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- Plug-In Expansion Module: Adds uplink capacity without replacing the host Catalyst 9500 switch.
- Hot-Swappable Design: Allows installation and replacement while the switch remains operational.
- Enterprise Network Integration: Designed for campus core, aggregation, and data center networking environments.
- Field-Replaceable Module: Simplifies maintenance and future infrastructure upgrades.
- Cisco Catalyst 9500 Compatibility: Engineered specifically for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switches.
- Investment Protection: Supports scalable network expansion while preserving existing switching infrastructure.
The C9500-NM-2Q delivers the reliability and precision required for high-speed enterprise uplinks, core network connectivity, and scalable fiber infrastructure.
