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Cisco Nexus N9K-X9716D-GX= 16-Port 400G QSFP-DD Cloud-Scale Switch Line Card (Spare)

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Cisco Nexus 9500 N9K-X9716D-GX is a 16-port 400G QSFP-DD cloud-scale line card designed for high-density data center networking. It delivers 6.4 Tbps throughput and supports flexible Ethernet breakout configurations for scalable network deployments.

OVERVIEW

  • The Cisco Nexus N9K-X9716D-GX= is a high-performance, cloud-scale line card designed for the Nexus 9500 Series modular chassis. Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of AI/ML workloads, big data analytics, and high-frequency trading, this module delivers massive 400-Gigabit Ethernet density. Powered by Cisco’s GX silicon architecture, it provides an industry-leading 12.8 Tbps of throughput per slot, ensuring your data center infrastructure is future-proofed for next-generation bandwidth requirements. Its versatile QSFP-DD interfaces support extensive breakout options, allowing seamless integration with 10G, 25G, 40G, 100G, and 200G networks. Whether running in NX-OS mode for traditional deployments or ACI mode for automated fabric control, the N9K-X9716D-GX= offers the ultimate in flexibility, security with MACsec encryption, and real-time telemetry.

USE CASES

  • High-density 400G data center networks
  • Cloud-scale spine and fabric deployments
  • High-bandwidth Ethernet aggregation
  • Data center expansion and capacity upgrades
  • 400G connectivity within Nexus 9500 environments
  • Network refresh projects requiring QSFP-DD interfaces
  • Spare/replacement line-card inventory for supported Nexus 9500 systems

KEY FEATURES

  • 16 × 400G QSFP-DD Ethernet ports
  • 6.4 Tbps stated throughput
  • Cloud-scale line-card architecture
  • Flexible Ethernet breakout support
  • Supports 400G, 100G, 50G, 40G, 25G and 10G configurations through supported breakout options
  • MACsec/CloudSec capability on 16 ports
  • Approximately 1.6 µs latency
  • 80 MB buffer
  • Supports NX-OS and ACI-based Nexus 9500 deployments
  • Port-side intake airflow
  • Designed for high-density data center networking

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: Cisco 
  • Model: N9K-X9716D-GX=
  • Ports: 16 x 400GbE QSFP-DD
  • Throughput: Up to 12.8 Tbps per slot
  • Silicon Architecture: Cisco Cloud-Scale GX Silicon
  • Chassis Compatibility: Nexus 9504, 9508, 9516 (with FM-G modules)
  • Breakout Speeds: 10G, 25G, 40G, 50G, 100G, 200G
  • Power Consumption: 650W (Typical) / 1680W (Maximum)
  • Routing Table Scale: 1 Million IPv4/IPv6 Routes
  • Packet Buffer: 160 MB
  • Security Features: MACsec, CloudSec Encryption

WHY CHOOSE THE MODEL?

  • The N9K-X9716D-GX is a strong choice for organizations moving toward high-density 400G data center connectivity. Its 16 QSFP-DD ports provide substantial front-panel capacity while its supported breakout options allow network architects to accommodate different Ethernet speeds. The line card is particularly relevant for cloud-scale, spine, fabric, and data center expansion projects where bandwidth density and deployment flexibility are important.

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