The Cisco Catalyst 9300 2 x 40GE Network Module is a plug-in module designed for network engineers who need to extend the uplink capacity of compatible Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches. It delivers 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over Optical Fiber media, and provides two expansion slots of the QSFP+ type for high-density uplink configurations.
Key Features:
- Two QSFP+ expansion slots allow the module to carry two independent 40 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks simultaneously, giving administrators meaningful bandwidth headroom at the switch uplink tier.
- 40GBase-X network technology over Optical Fiber media supports high-speed data transmission across the fiber connections that the expansion slots accept.
- The plug-in module form factor means installation is straightforward within a compatible Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switch chassis, avoiding the need for a separate external device.
- Compatibility is defined for Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches, so procurement teams can verify fit before ordering without additional cross-referencing.
40 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink Capacity
Each of the two slots on this module operates at 40 Gigabit Ethernet speeds using the 40GBase-X standard. Running over Optical Fiber, these connections support the bandwidth demands that aggregation and uplink tiers place on a switch, and the QSFP+ slot type is a widely adopted interface format in that tier.
QSFP+ Slot Configuration
The module carries 2 expansion slots, each of the QSFP+ type. QSFP+ is the transceiver form factor associated with 40 Gigabit Ethernet links, meaning the slot type and the rated Ethernet technology are consistent with one another. Transceiver selection within that format is a separate procurement decision based on reach and fiber type requirements.
Plug-in Module Form Factor
Packaged as a plug-in module, this network module is intended to be installed directly into a slot on a compatible switch rather than deployed as a standalone device. This keeps the additional uplink ports physically integrated with the switch chassis they serve.
Switch Compatibility
This module is specified as compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switches. Buyers should confirm the target switch model within that series accepts a network module slot before ordering, as individual models within a switch series can differ in their expansion capabilities.
Markets and Applications
Optical Network