The Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches are a next‑generation modular switching platform engineered for high‑performance core and aggregation deployments in campus and enterprise networks. These switches deliver scalable bandwidth, advanced programmability, and enterprise‑grade resiliency to support evolving network requirements.
Key Capabilities
High Bandwidth & Density: Supports 25G, 50G, 100G, and 400G uplinks to accommodate demanding traffic loads and future‑ready 50G deployments.
Advanced Security & Assurance: Integrated security, telemetry, and network intelligence with programmability via NETCONF, RESTCONF, and gNMI APIs.
Modern Migration Path: Designed to replace legacy Catalyst 6500 and 6800 platforms while maintaining investment protection.
High Availability: Redundant supervisors, power supplies, and fans ensure operational continuity.
Minimal Downtime Features: In‑Service Software Upgrades (ISSU), hot patching, and Graceful Insertion and Removal (GIR) reduce maintenance impact.
Modular Architecture
Flexible Chassis: 10‑slot modular chassis with a range of line card options.
Catalyst Compatibility: Supports Catalyst 9600 Series line cards using adapters for expanded deployment options.
Management Interfaces: Dedicated 10/100/1000 Ethernet and 10G SFP+ out‑of‑band management with segmented management VRF.
Redundant Power Modes: Combined or N+1 redundant power supply configurations for resilient operation.
Inventory Support: Optional passive RFID tags for streamlined asset tracking.
Scalability & Future‑Proof Design
Cisco Silicon One ASIC delivers unified switching and routing capabilities. All ports support StackWise Virtual and the platform can scale to up to 4,000 VRFs, making it suitable for large, segmented enterprise environments.
A complete C9610 system includes the chassis, supervisor engine(s), line card(s), four fan trays, and power supplies. Comprehensive Cisco documentation is available for specifications, installation, and ordering.
