CISCO C9400-LC-24S

The Cisco C9400-LC-24S is a line card designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series modular switches. Here’s a full product description:  

Overview

The C9400-LC-24S provides 24 ports of 1 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity using SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) transceivers. This line card is ideal for environments requiring high-density 1 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, such as:  

• Campus Access: Connecting end-user devices like computers, printers, and IP phones.
• Aggregation: Aggregating traffic from other access switches or network devices.
• Fiber to the Desktop (FTTD): Providing fiber optic connections directly to desktops for enhanced bandwidth and security.  

Key Features and Benefits

• High Density: 24 SFP ports in a single line card, maximizing port density in the Catalyst 9400 chassis.
• Flexibility: SFP transceivers allow for a variety of fiber optic and copper connections, supporting different distances and media types.  
• Performance: 1 Gigabit Ethernet per port provides ample bandwidth for most access layer applications.
• Modular Design: Compatible with the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series chassis, allowing for customization and scalability.  
• Advanced Features: Supports the rich set of features offered by Cisco IOS XE software, including:
  • Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization
  • Security features like access control lists (ACLs) and port security  
  • Network management and troubleshooting tools
  • Support for Cisco DNA and SD-Access

Technical Specifications

• Ports: 24 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet SFP  
• Compatibility: Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series chassis
• Switching Capacity: Dependent on the Catalyst 9400 Series chassis and supervisor engine used.
• Software: Cisco IOS XE Software
• Dimensions: Standard line card form factor for Catalyst 9400 Series chassis

Additional Information

• The C9400-LC-24S is a key component of Cisco’s enterprise networking solutions, offering a reliable and scalable platform for building modern networks.  
• It supports advanced features like Cisco StackWise Virtual, which allows multiple Catalyst 9400 Series switches to be interconnected and managed as a single logical switch.  
• This line card is designed for easy installation and maintenance, with hot-swappable capabilities and support for online diagnostics.