Cisco Part Number: C9610-LC-ADPT is a Cisco C9610 Series Line Card Adapter
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-ADPT Line Card Adapter is a specialized adapter designed to enable seamless integration of existing Cisco C9600-LC and C9600X-LC line cards into the Cisco C9610R chassis. It ensures full compatibility while preserving the performance and reliability standards of Cisco Catalyst switches.
Key Features
- Facilitates adaptation of C9600-LC and C9600X-LC modules for use in the C9610R chassis.
- Includes a compact printed circuit board (PCB) that converts C9606R backplane connectors to the C9610R backplane standard.
- Expanded line card width and height (1.2RU) to securely fit in the C9610R chassis.
- Converts original side-to-side airflow design (from C9606R modules) to front-to-back airflow in the C9610R chassis, ensuring proper cooling and operational efficiency.
Use Cases
- Enables organizations to reuse existing C9600-LC or C9600X-LC modules when upgrading to a C9610R chassis, reducing hardware costs.
- Supports smooth transitions to the latest chassis architecture without requiring replacement of functional line cards.
- Ensures airflow compatibility, maintaining optimal thermal performance in high-density network environments.
Benefits
- Cost-effective upgrade path for existing Cisco Catalyst users.
- Preserves investment in legacy line cards while extending the life of the new C9610R chassis.
- Maintains consistent operational reliability and cooling efficiency.
- Simple installation with a plug-and-play PCB design.
With the Cisco C9610-LC-ADPT, network administrators can efficiently modernize their infrastructure while maximizing the value of existing hardware investments, ensuring seamless integration and reliable performance in the C9610R chassis environment.
