A PICS Telecom 101 on the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series from the Cisco Catalyst platform

The Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series is a versatile line of modular switches designed for high-performance enterprise networks, featuring customizable architecture, advanced security, integrated wireless LAN controller capabilities, and support for converged wired and wireless access, making it ideal for scalable and efficient network management.

PICS Telecom offers the largest inventory of new and used multi-vendor telecom network products and data equipment. Providing critical spares and services to over 2000 customers in over 100 countries. All equipment provided is thoroughly tested to ensure it is in excellent working condition and is backed by PICS’ comprehensive warranty.

Key Features:

1. Modular Architecture: The Catalyst 9400 Series switches offer a modular design, allowing you to customize and expand your network infrastructure by adding different line cards and modules based on your specific needs.
2. High Performance: These switches are designed to deliver high performance, with support for high-density Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 25 Gigabit Ethernet, and 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports, as well as high-speed uplinks.
3. Converged Access: The switches support converged wired and wireless access, enabling streamlined management of both wired and wireless networks from a single platform.
4. Integrated Wireless LAN Controller (WLC): Some models of the Catalyst 9400 Series come with an integrated wireless LAN controller, simplifying wireless network deployment and management.
5. Stacking: Cisco StackWise Virtual technology allows these switches to be stacked, creating a single logical unit with high availability and simplified management.
6. Advanced Security: The series offers comprehensive security features, including Cisco TrustSec, MACsec encryption, and Network Visibility and Enforcement (NVE), enhancing network security and access control.
7. Quality of Service (QoS): QoS capabilities enable you to prioritize critical applications and traffic, ensuring optimal performance for different types of data flows.
8. Energy Efficiency: The switches incorporate energy-saving technologies like Cisco EnergyWise, contributing to reduced power consumption and operational costs.
9. Software-Defined Access (SD-Access): The series is compatible with Cisco’s SD-Access architecture, providing policy-based automation, segmentation, and enhanced network visibility.
10. Advanced Management: Cisco DNA Center integration enables centralized and automated network management, provisioning, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
11. Scalability: With its modular design and support for high-density ports, the Catalyst 9400 Series offers scalability to accommodate growing network demands.