Product Brief
The Cisco C9400-LC-48XS is a high-capacity 48-port 10 Gigabit SFP+
line card designed for the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series modular
switches. It delivers ultra-fast, reliable fiber connectivity for
enterprise aggregation and core networks. Engineered for scale,
security, and performance, it’s ideal for high-density campus
environments and supports full integration with Cisco DNA Center
and SD-Access architecture.
Product Details
The C9400-LC-48XS line card supports 48 SFP+ ports with 1G and 10G
capability, offering exceptional bandwidth for enterprise core,
distribution, and server farm layers. It delivers up to 480 Gbps
slot bandwidth and supports line-rate, non-blocking performance.
Built for secure and programmable networks, it enables advanced
features such as Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA), TrustSec, and
full-stack automation via Cisco IOS XE and Cisco DNA Center. The
hot-swappable card is optimized for zero-downtime environments and
high-availability deployment scenarios.
Key Features
48 x 1G/10G SFP+ ports for high-density fiber networking
Ideal for enterprise core, aggregation, and high-speed distribution
Slot capacity up to 480 Gbps, non-blocking architecture
Fully compatible with Cisco DNA Center and SD-Access
Supports ETA, TrustSec, NetFlow, and advanced telemetry
Enables future-ready, programmable networking with Cisco IOS XE
Hot-swappable and field-replaceable for operational continuity
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|
| Model | Cisco C9400-LC-48XS |
| Port Count | 48 x SFP+ (1G/10G) |
| Port Type | Fiber, SFP+ |
| Slot Bandwidth | Up to 480 Gbps |
| Optical Module Support | 1G SFP, 10G SFP+ |
| Software | Cisco IOS XE |
| SD-Access Support | Yes |
| High Availability | Supported with dual supervisors |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C |
Similar Models Specifications
| Model | Ports | Port Speed | Slot Bandwidth | Use Case |
|---|
| C9400-LC-24XS | 24 x SFP+ | 1G/10G | Up to 480 Gbps | Mid-range fiber aggregation |
| C9400-LC-48XS | 48 x SFP+ | 1G/10G | Up to 480 Gbps | High-density fiber core & aggregation |
| C9400-LC-48UX | 48 x RJ45 | 100M–10G | Up to 480 Gbps | Multigigabit copper access layer |
