Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches Ordering Guide

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1. Introduction

This document provides detailed ordering information for the Cisco® C9610 Series Smart Switches in Cisco Commerce (CCW).

A fully assembled Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switch includes the chassis, at least one supervisor engine, at least one line card for network connectivity, four fan trays, and at least four power supplies.

For more detailed information on Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switch products, visit the data sheet.

Things to know

The release of the Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches brings notable changes to the traditional ordering process. The following is a summary of these changes.

      Unified licensing: A common license with flexible management that unlocks platform features and capabilities. These licenses can be purchased in a Cisco Networking Subscription or Enterprise Agreement.

      Unified support: Reliable product support for both software and hardware included in license.

      Unified hardware: A single SKU for each model, regardless of region or management preference.

For additional information about the Cisco Commerce experience, go to https://apps.cisco.com/Commerce/home.

2. Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches

The following tables outline the product IDs and product descriptions for available models of the Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches and their components.

Table 1.        Switch hardware ordering information

Product ID

Description

C9610R (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches 10-slot chassis

C9610-SUP-3 (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches Supervisor 3 module

C9610-SUP-3-XL (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches Supervisor 3XL module

C9610-LC-32CD (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches combo line card

  30 ports 100/40G QSFP28
  2 ports 400/200/100G QSFP-DD

C9610-LC-40YL4CD (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches combo line card

  40 ports 50/25/10GE SFP56
  2 ports 100/40QSFP56 uplinks
  2 ports 400/200/100GE QSFP-DD uplinks

C9600X-LC-32CD (=)

Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches combo line card

  30 ports 100/40G QSFP28
  2 ports 400/200/100G QSFP-DD
  Requires adapter card

C9600-LC-40YL4CD (=)

Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches combo line card

  40 ports 50/25/10GE SFP56
  2 ports 100/40QSFP56 uplinks
  2 ports 400/100GE QSFP-DD uplinks
  Requires adapter card

C9600X-LC-56YL4C (=)

Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches combo line card

  56 ports 50/25/10GE SFP56
  4 ports 100/40GE QSFP28 uplinks
  Requires adapter card

C9600-LC-48TX (=)

Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches 48-port RJ45 copper 10GE line card

  Requires adapter card

C9610-LC-ADPT (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Line Card Adapter for C9600 Series Line Card

Power supplies

C9600-PWR-3KWAC (=)

Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches 3000W AC power supply

C9600-PWR-2KWAC (=)

Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches 2000W AC power supply

C9600-PWR-2KWDC (=)

Cisco Catalyst 9600 Series Switches 2000W DC power supply

Spare accessories and kits

C9610-SUP-BLANK (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches blank for Supervisor slot

C9610-LC-BLANK (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches blank for Line Card slot

C9600-PWR-BLANK (=)

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches blank for chassis power supply slot

CAB-CONSOLE-USB

Console Cable 6 ft with USB Type A and mini-B

CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45

Console Cable 6 ft with RJ45 and DB9F

C9610-19-KIT-4=

Cisco 9610 Series 10 slot chassis 4 post 19-inch Rack Mount

C9610-NEBS-KIT

Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches NEBS kit

C9610-23-KIT-2

Cisco 9610 Series 10 slot chassis 2 post 23-inch Rack Mount

Table 2.        Power cord options

Power supply

Product number

Power cable option by country

C9600-PWR-3KWAC

CAB-9K20A-NA

North America/Japan 20A, 125VAC

CAB-9K16A-US2

US/Japan 16A, 250VAC

CAB-9K16A-AUS

Australia 16A, 250VAC

CAB-9K16A-CH

China 16A, 250VAC

CAB-9K16A-INT

International 16A, 250VAC

CAB-9K16A-SW

Switzerland 16A, 250VAC

CAB-9K16A-EU

Continental Europe 16A, 250VAC

CAB-C19-CBN

Cabinet Jumper 16A, 250VAC

CAB-TA-CN

China AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-IS

Israel AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-AP

Australia AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-AR

Argentina AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-DN

Denmark AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-EU

Europe AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-IN

India AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-IT

Italy AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-SW

Switzerland AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-UK

United Kingdom AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-TA-NA

North America AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-C15-CBN

Cabinet Jumper Power Cord, 250 VAC 13A, C14-C15 Connectors

C9600-PWR-2KWAC

CAB-TA-JP

Japan AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-C15-CBN-JP

Japan Cabinet Jumper Power Cord, 250 VAC 12A, C14-C15

CAB-TA-250V-JP

Japan 250V AC Type A Power Cable

CAB-ACBZ-12A

AC Power Cord (Brazil) 12A/125V BR-3-20 plug to 12A

C9600-PWR-2KWDC

PWR-2KW-DC-CBL

Power Cord 2KW DC

Default accessories shipped with the switch

By default, the Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches ship with the following components and accessories.

      Mounting brackets (C9610-19-KIT-4)

      Blank plate for line card slots (if applicable)

      Blank plate for power supply slot (if applicable)

3. Software and licensing

The Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches introduce a new unified licensing structure through the Cisco Networking Subscription. The Cisco Networking Subscription streamlines management of Cisco software, hardware, services, and platforms. This licensing model supports your network investment today and protects it for the future. Additionally, the Cisco Networking Subscription includes unified product support, providing a consistent and reliable customer support experience with hardware and software coverage.

Table 3.        Unified licensing SKUs

SKU

Description

LIC-CS-CO-MO-A

Cisco Switching Advantage License Core Modular

Note: For a new subscription, unified switching licenses require at least 36 months.

4. Services and warranty

Unified support

The Cisco Networking Subscription level includes consistent, reliable unified product support for both software and hardware. This service includes access to Cisco Communities, 24x7 Technical Assistance Center (TAC) support, major software updates, maintenance, minor software releases, digital insights, and e-learning. Return Material Authorization (RMA) Upgrade service for hardware replacement can be added at the device level.

To learn more about what is featured in the unified support offering, please visit the Cisco Networking Subscription data sheet.

The following table provides information about the Cisco C9610 Series product warranty.

Table 4.        Limited Lifetime Warranty (LLW) details

Description

Cisco Limited Lifetime (LLW)

Devices covered

Applies to Cisco C9610 Series Switches.

Warranty duration

As long as the original customer owns the product.

End-of-Life Policy

In the event of discontinuance of product manufacture, Cisco warranty support is limited to 5 years from the announcement of discontinuance.

Hardware replacement

Cisco or its service center will use commercially reasonable efforts to ship a replacement part to the customer’s address of record on the next business day after issuance of a valid RMA request. Actual ship times may vary depending on Customer location. Taxes and duties may apply and will be borne by the recipient of the replacement part.

Effective date

Hardware warranty commences from the date of shipment to customer (and in case of resale by a Cisco reseller, not more than 90 days after original shipment by Cisco).

Cisco.com access

Warranty allows guest access only to Cisco.com.

5. How to order a Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switch

      Step 1: In CCW, search for the desired device series (C9610-SWITCH, C9610R), which will then take you through a “guided” buying experience.

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      Step 2: Choose your specific device SKU and the quantity you intended to purchase.

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      Step 3: Add additional Software Image, Cards (Supervisor, Line Cards), Power Supply (optional cables), etc.

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      Step 4: Selecting the licensing option for your devices.

    Only Advantage Tier available on Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches.

The licensing option

      Step 5: Choose the level of support desired for your devices.

Support Desired

      Step 6: Choose subscription details like renewal and billing frequency, and review order details.

Subscription details

6. Cisco Capital financing

Flexible payment options make it easier than ever to get the Cisco technology you need.

Cisco Capital® delivers leading-edge payment solutions, allowing you to stay focused on what’s most important—your business. We can help you drive business outcomes, accelerate innovation and digital transformation, and adapt to market dynamics faster with flexible payment options tailored to your specific business needs. Reduce the total cost of ownership, conserve capital, and accelerate growth. We help you realize the full benefits of Cisco technology, today and in the future, and pay for it in the way that best suits your business requirements. Whether you are looking for a pay-as-you-consume model or need to bundle Cisco hardware, software, services, subscriptions, and third-party solutions, learn more about how Cisco Capital can help.

 

 

 

 

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