Description
The Cisco C9300X-NM-8Y is an eight-port SFP28 network expansion module designed for Cisco Catalyst 9300X Series switches, providing high-speed 1, 10, and 25 Gigabit Ethernet uplink connectivity. This Cisco C9300X-NM-8Y module enables scalable enterprise network expansion by supporting flexible fiber uplinks with data rates up to 25 Gbps per port. Its field-replaceable plug-in design allows network upgrades without replacing the host switch, helping organizations expand bandwidth while protecting existing infrastructure investments.
Technical Specifications
| Condition |
New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand |
Cisco |
| Category |
Networking |
| Part Number |
C9300X-NM-8Y |
| Subcategory |
Network Switch Module |
| Series |
Cisco Catalyst 9300X Series |
| Module Type |
Plug-In Expansion Module |
| Network Ports |
8 × SFP28 (1G/10G/25G Ethernet) |
| Maximum Port Speed |
25 Gbps per port |
| Supported Ethernet Standards |
1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE |
| Interface Type |
SFP28 (Mini-GBIC) |
| Compatible Switches |
Cisco Catalyst C9300X-12Y, C9300X-24Y, C9300X-24HX |
| Installation |
Field Replaceable |
| Hot Swappable |
Yes |
| Application |
Enterprise Network Uplink Expansion |
| Connectivity |
Fiber Ethernet |
| Weight |
0.55 lbs |
Information About C9300X-NM-8Y
The C9300X-NM-8Y is an optional uplink expansion module developed specifically for the Cisco Catalyst 9300X Series of enterprise access switches. It provides eight SFP28 interfaces that support 1 Gigabit, 10 Gigabit, and 25 Gigabit Ethernet connections, allowing organizations to migrate network backbones from 10G to 25G without replacing switching infrastructure. The module features a hot-swappable, field-replaceable design that simplifies installation and maintenance while minimizing network disruption. Compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9300X models such as the C9300X-12Y, C9300X-24Y, and C9300X-24HX, it delivers flexible, high-bandwidth uplink connectivity for modern campus and data center edge deployments.
Key Features:
- Eight SFP28 Ports: Provides eight uplink interfaces supporting 1G, 10G, and 25G Ethernet connections.
- High-Speed Performance: Delivers data transfer rates of up to 25 Gbps per port for demanding network applications.
- Multi-Speed Connectivity: Supports seamless operation with 1 Gigabit, 10 Gigabit, and 25 Gigabit Ethernet networks.
- Plug-In Expansion Module: Installs directly into compatible Catalyst 9300X switches for modular network growth.
- Field-Replaceable Design: Allows module replacement or upgrades with minimal service interruption.
- Infrastructure Protection: Enables gradual migration from 10 Gigabit to 25 Gigabit Ethernet while preserving existing switch investments.
- Cisco Catalyst 9300X Compatibility: Designed exclusively for Cisco Catalyst 9300X Series switches.
- Fiber Uplink Support: Utilizes SFP28 transceivers for high-bandwidth optical network connectivity.
The C9300X-NM-8Y delivers the reliability and precision required for scalable enterprise uplink expansion, high-speed fiber connectivity, and next-generation campus networking.
