Cisco C9300-NM-2Q Catalyst 9300 2x40G QSFP+ Uplink Network Module
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Product Overview
The Cisco C9300-NM-2Q is a 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ uplink network module purpose-built for the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series modular uplink switches — delivering high-speed 40G connectivity from the access layer to the distribution and core layers of the enterprise campus network. Designed as a field-replaceable, hot-swappable plug-in module for the C9300 Series modular uplink slot, the C9300-NM-2Q provides the highest uplink bandwidth option in the C9300 network module lineup — enabling non-disruptive migration from 10G to 40G uplinks as network bandwidth demands grow.
Supporting QSFP+ transceivers and QSFP+ direct-attach cables (DAC) or active optical cables (AOC) for flexible connectivity options, the C9300-NM-2Q is compatible with all Catalyst 9300 modular uplink models and delivers the high-speed uplink bandwidth required for spine connectivity in leaf-spine architectures, high-density server room uplinks, and inter-switch links requiring 40G throughput.
- Model: C9300-NM-2Q
- Series: Cisco Catalyst 9300
- Module Type: 2x 40G QSFP+ Uplink Network Module
- Ports: 2x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+
- Connector Type: QSFP+ (MPO and LC fiber connectors supported)
- Speed: 40 Gbps per port
- MTBF: 10,778,230 hours
- Hot-Swappable: Yes — field-replaceable
- Compatible Switches: All Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series modular uplink models (C9300-24T, C9300-24P, C9300-24U, C9300-24UX, C9300-48T, C9300-48P, C9300-48U, C9300-48UN, C9300-48UX)
- Operating System: Cisco IOS XE
- Standards: IEEE 802.3
- Ideal for: 40G spine uplinks, leaf-spine architecture, inter-switch links, high-density server room uplinks, campus distribution layer connectivity
- Features: 2x 40G QSFP+, hot-swappable, field-replaceable, QSFP+ DAC/AOC/fiber support, high-speed uplink, C9300 compatible
Physical Specifications
- Weight: 3.00 lbs
- Form Factor: Plug-in network module — fits C9300 Series modular uplink slot
Included Accessories
- Cisco C9300-NM-2Q uplink network module
Important Notes
- This is a network module only — not a standalone switch. Requires a compatible Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series modular uplink switch with an available uplink module slot for installation.
- Not compatible with C9300L fixed uplink models — the C9300L series uses fixed uplinks and does not have a modular uplink slot. Only compatible with C9300 modular uplink SKUs.
- QSFP+ transceivers not included — the C9300-NM-2Q accepts QSFP+ modules, DAC cables, or AOC cables for connectivity, all sold separately.
- C9300-NM-2Q vs C9300-NM-8X: The C9300-NM-2Q provides 2x 40G QSFP+ ports vs 8x 10G SFP+ on the C9300-NM-8X. Total bandwidth is equal (80 Gbps) but the -2Q is preferred for 40G spine connectivity while the -8X is better for multi-port 10G server or switch connections.
- C9300-NM-2Q vs C9300-NM-4G: The C9300-NM-2Q delivers 40G uplinks vs only 1G on the C9300-NM-4G — a significant upgrade for high-bandwidth distribution layer connectivity.