Cisco Nexus 9K 48-Port 100G QSFP28 Spare | Enterprise Data Center — CON-SSSNP-A9KRSP0E

Protect uptime in dense data center switching environments with a Cisco Nexus 9K spare configuration built around 48 ports and 100G QSFP28 connectivity. This line item is intended for teams that need replacement readiness for high-throughput fabric designs, where a fast swap matters more than waiting on a new build. The 48-port 100G class points to serious aggregation and spine-layer capacity, while QSFP28 support aligns with modern high-speed interconnect requirements. For operators running critical workloads, keeping a spare in the pipeline reduces recovery time and helps preserve service levels when hardware replacement is needed. The PS fan reference indicates an airflow-focused hardware context, which is important in tightly engineered racks and hot-aisle/cold-aisle environments. For procurement teams, this SKU supports disciplined spares strategy: less downtime risk, cleaner lifecycle planning, and faster restoration when a production switch must come out of service. Ideal For Keeping a hot spare ready for a production Nexus 9K switch Supporting data center aggregation layers with 100G uplink density Reducing downtime during hardware replacement events Maintaining spare inventory for critical fabric operations Why This Product 1 48-port 100G QSFP28 class for dense fabric designs 2 Spare configuration supports faster restoration than new procurement 3 Layer 3 managed switching fits data center aggregation roles 4 Rack-mount form factor suits standard enterprise switch racks