Cisco Part Number: C9610-LC-40YL4CD is a C9610 Series Smart Switches combo line card
Introducing the Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches—a new generation of high-performance hardware built to elevate campus networking with unmatched port density and superior bandwidth capacity. Engineered for the demands of the AI-driven enterprise, these switches deliver seamless support for 25G and 100G uplinks and include forward-looking readiness for 400G, ensuring your network infrastructure is fully prepared for the future.
The Cisco C9610-LC-40YL4CD line card is a high-performance, multi-rate module designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9610R chassis, ideal for medium to high port density campus core or distribution networks. It combines versatile downlink and uplink capabilities in a single module, supporting both SFP and QSFP optics for maximum connectivity flexibility.
Key Features
- 40-port multi-rate SFP56 downlink for 50/25/10 GbE connections to downstream devices, such as access switches.
- 2-port multi-rate QSFP56 uplink for 200/100 GbE connections to upstream switches or service provider devices.
- 2-port multi-rate QSFP-DD uplink for 400 GbE connectivity, eliminating the need for additional modules.
- Optimized design for C9610R chassis with improved airflow and layout, ensuring high efficiency and reliability.
- Supports non-blocking throughput when paired with C9610-SUP-3/3XL supervisors (3.2 Tbps full-duplex).
- Traditional two-row 1RU layout for efficient port density and easy cable management.
Technical Highlights
- SFP56: 50/25/10 GbE multi-rate ports for downstream connectivity.
- QSFP56: 200/100 GbE multi-rate ports for upstream connections.
- QSFP-DD: 400 GbE ports for high-capacity uplinks.
- Designed for campus core and distribution deployments with mixed SFP/QSFP optics.
- Supports high-density deployments with up to 40 non-blocking SFP56 ports per line card.
Use Cases
- Medium to high port density campus core or distribution networks requiring a mix of 10/25/50 GbE and high-speed uplinks.
- Direct connectivity to downstream access switches using SFP56 ports.
- High-speed uplink to SP or data center switches via QSFP28 or QSFP-DD ports without extra modules.
- Flexible deployment in environments where both standard SFP and advanced QSFP-DD optics are needed.
Notes
- Port speeds are dependent on transceiver module availability.
- Maximum performance achieved when paired with compatible C9610 supervisor modules.
The Cisco C9610-LC-40YL4CD line card delivers exceptional flexibility, high-density connectivity, and simplified network design for modern enterprise and service provider environments.
