High-Performance Cisco Switch With 48G Ports & StackWise-480 Secure
SDN-Ready Catalyst 9300 Series
The Cisco Catalyst 9396T (DS-C9396T-48IK9) is a next-generation
enterprise-grade switch designed for high-speed connectivity,
scalability, and advanced security. Part of the Catalyst 9300
Series, it delivers 1.2 Tbps switching capacity with 48 x 1G
Ethernet ports and 4 x 1/10G SFP+ uplinks, making it ideal for
high-density access layers, campus networks, and secure SDN
deployments.
Key Features & Benefits
✔ High-Performance Connectivity – Non-blocking architecture ensures
low-latency, high-throughput data transfer for bandwidth-intensive
applications.
✔ Flexible Scalability – StackWise-480 technology allows stacking
of up to 8 switches with 480Gbps backplane bandwidth, simplifying
management and redundancy.
✔ Enterprise-Grade Security – Built-in MACsec encryption, Cisco
TrustSec, and encrypted traffic analysis (ETA) protect against
cyber threats.
✔ SDN & Automation Ready – Runs Cisco IOS XE, supporting DNA Center
for centralized SDN management, RESTCONF/NETCONF APIs, and Python
scripting.
✔ Reliable Redundancy – Hot-swappable dual power supplies (PSU) and
fan modules ensure 99.999% uptime.
Technical Specifications (Catalyst 9396T-48IK9)
| Category | Specification |
|---|
| Ports | 48 x 1G RJ45, 4 x 1/10G SFP+ |
| Switching Capacity | 1.2 Tbps |
| Stacking | StackWise-480 (up to 8 units) |
| Encryption | MACsec (AES-256), IPsec |
| Power Options | AC/DC, Redundant PSU support |
| OS | Cisco IOS XE (SDN-ready) |
| Management | DNA Center, CLI, API, WebUI |
Ideal Use Cases
✅ Enterprise Campus Networks – High-density access for Wi-Fi 6,
VoIP, and IoT devices.
✅ Secure Data Centers – MACsec encryption for sensitive traffic.
✅ SDN & Cloud Deployments – Seamless integration with Cisco DNA
Center for automation.
Why Choose the Cisco Catalyst 9396T?
This switch combines performance, security, and scalability in a
future-proof design, making it a top choice for businesses
investing in long-term network infrastructure. With Cisco’s
AI-driven analytics and lifetime software support, the Catalyst
9396T ensures reliable, secure, and automated operations.
Upgrade to a smarter network—explore the Cisco Catalyst 9396T
today!
