Quick Specs
| Item |
Specification |
| Product Model |
Cisco N9K-C9332C |
| Product Series |
Cisco Nexus 9300 Series |
| Device Type |
Data Center Spine Switch |
| Form Factor |
1RU Fixed Rack Switch |
| Downlink/Uplink Ports |
32 × 40/100G QSFP28 |
| Management Ports |
2 × 1/10G SFP+ |
| Switching Capacity |
6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
Up to 2.3 Bpps |
| Operating System |
Cisco NX-OS / ACI Mode |
| Network Layer |
Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Application |
Data Center Spine, Leaf-Spine Architecture |
| Power Supply |
Redundant Hot-Swappable PSU Options |
| Cooling |
Hot-Swappable Fan Modules |
Specifications are based on Cisco Nexus 9332C platform documentation.
Cisco N9K-C9332C Specifications
| Category |
Details |
| Model Number |
N9K-C9332C |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco |
| Product Family |
Nexus 9000 Series |
| Switch Type |
Fixed-Port Data Center Switch |
| Rack Units |
1RU |
| QSFP28 Ports |
32 × 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 |
| SFP+ Ports |
2 × 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ |
| Switching Bandwidth |
6.4 Tbps |
| Packet Forwarding Capacity |
2.3 Billion Packets Per Second (Bpps) |
| MAC Address Table |
Up to 96,000 entries (platform dependent) |
| VLAN Support |
Up to 4096 VLANs |
| VXLAN Support |
VXLAN EVPN capable |
| Routing Protocols |
BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, PIM |
| Virtualization |
VRF, vPC, VXLAN |
| Security Features |
ACL, CoPP, MACsec support on selected ports |
| Buffer Memory |
40 MB packet buffer |
| System Memory |
16 GB |
| Storage |
128 GB SSD |
| CPU |
Quad-core processor |
| Management Interface |
10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet + 1G SFP management |
| Console |
RS-232 Serial Console |
| Airflow Options |
Port-side Intake / Port-side Exhaust |
| Deployment Mode |
Cisco ACI Spine or NX-OS Mode |
Product Overview
The Cisco N9K-C9332C Nexus 9332C Switch is a high-performance 100G data center spine switch designed for modern cloud computing, enterprise data centers, and large-scale network infrastructures. As part of the Cisco Nexus 9300 Series, it delivers high-density 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with a compact 1RU form factor, making it ideal for space-efficient data center deployments.
Featuring 32 fixed QSFP28 ports supporting 40G and 100G Ethernet, the N9K-C9332C provides excellent scalability for spine-leaf architectures, supporting demanding workloads such as cloud applications, virtualization, artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, and high-performance computing environments.
The Cisco Nexus 9332C supports both Cisco NX-OS and Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) modes, enabling flexible deployment options for enterprise and service provider networks. With advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, VXLAN EVPN capability, automation support, and high availability design, this switch helps organizations build reliable and scalable next-generation data center networks.
Compared with traditional 10G or 40G switches, the N9K-C9332C 100G switch provides higher bandwidth density, simplified network architecture, and better investment protection for future network upgrades.
Key Features & Benefits
1. High-Density 100G Connectivity
The Cisco N9K-C9332C provides:
- 32 × 40/100G QSFP28 interfaces
- High-speed spine connectivity
- Non-blocking data center architecture
- Support for modern cloud-scale networking
It enables enterprises to handle increasing east-west traffic caused by virtualization, cloud services, and distributed applications.
2. Compact 1RU Data Center Design
Unlike larger chassis-based switches, the N9K-C9332C offers:
- Space-saving 1RU installation
- Lower rack footprint
- Efficient power consumption
- Simplified deployment and maintenance
It is suitable for hyperscale data centers, enterprise server rooms, and colocation environments.
3. Cisco ACI and NX-OS Flexibility
The switch supports:
- Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI)
- Cisco NX-OS standalone networking
- VXLAN EVPN fabrics
- Automated provisioning and monitoring
Organizations can select the network architecture that best matches their operational requirements.
4. Reliable Enterprise Data Center Performance
Designed for mission-critical environments, the N9K-C9332C supports:
- Redundant power supply options
- Hot-swappable fan modules
- Advanced traffic management
- High availability networking
This helps reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.
Cisco N9K-C9332C vs Other Cisco Nexus Switches
| Model |
Port Density |
Speed |
Best Application |
| N9K-C9332C |
32 × QSFP28 |
40/100G |
Compact spine deployment |
| N9K-C9364C |
64 × QSFP28 |
40/100G |
Large-scale spine networks |
| N9K-C93180YC-FX3 |
48 × 1/10/25G + 6 × 40/100G |
Multi-speed |
Leaf switch deployment |
Why choose N9K-C9332C?
The N9K-C9332C is ideal for customers who need high-speed 100G backbone connectivity but want a smaller 1RU form factor. Compared with higher-port-density models, it provides a cost-effective solution for medium and high-performance data center spine networks.
FAQ
Q1: What is Cisco N9K-C9332C used for?
A: Cisco N9K-C9332C is mainly used as a 100G data center spine switch for cloud networks, enterprise data centers, and large-scale leaf-spine architectures. It provides high-speed connectivity between multiple network layers.
Q2: Does N9K-C9332C support 100G optics?
A: Yes. The switch supports 40G and 100G QSFP28 transceivers, including compatible Cisco QSFP28 optical modules and DAC/AOC cables.
Q3: What is the difference between N9K-C9332C and N9K-C9364C?
A: The main difference is port density.
- N9K-C9332C: 32 × 40/100G QSFP28 ports, 1RU design
- N9K-C9364C: 64 × 40/100G QSFP28 ports, higher capacity for larger deployments
N9K-C9332C is suitable for compact spine networks, while N9K-C9364C is designed for higher-scale data centers.
Q4: Is Cisco N9K-C9332C still a good choice for data center upgrades?
A: Yes. For organizations requiring reliable 100G connectivity, the N9K-C9332C remains a valuable option, especially when upgrading existing Cisco Nexus environments or deploying cost-efficient spine networks.
Q5: Do you provide warranty and technical support for N9K-C9332C?
A: Yes. We provide:
- Original Cisco-compatible networking equipment
- Hardware quality inspection before shipment
- Professional technical support
- Flexible purchasing solutions
- Warranty service options
Our team helps customers reduce procurement risks and improve deployment efficiency.
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- Fast Global Delivery
- Professional Technical Support
- One-Stop Procurement for Cisco Switches and Optical Modules
Lonrise Equipment provides enterprise networking solutions including Cisco Nexus switches, optical transceivers, data center products, and high-speed interconnect solutions to help customers build scalable and reliable network infrastructure.
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