Cisco C9610-SUP-3 Supervisor Module
Optimized to reimagine connections, reinforce security, and redefine the experience for the hybrid workforce big and small. Cisco Silicon One K100 ASIC delivers up to 51.2 Tbps per chassis, 6.4 Tbps per slot with 400G QSFP-DD support.
Product Overview
Silicon One K100 with HBM
Industry-leading K100 ASIC with High Bandwidth Memory delivers 51.2 Tbps switching capacity and 15.6 Bpps forwarding rate.
400G Ready
Native 400G QSFP-DD uplinks future-proof your network without forklift upgrades.
Investment Protection
Supports existing C9600 line cards via C9610-LC-ADPT adapter.
High Availability
StackWise Virtual (SVL), SSO, NSF, full-image ISSU, and GIR ensure zero-downtime operations.
Post-Quantum Security
Hardware-ready PQC algorithms, Trust Anchor, MACsec-256, and Cisco Live Protect readiness.
Unified Management
Manage from Meraki dashboard, Catalyst Center, or CLI with unified licensing.
Features and Benefits
The most powerful campus supervisor engine.
The SUP-3 delivers Silicon One K100 performance to the C9610 platform for the AI Enterprise.
51.2 Tbps Capacity
Four Silicon One ASICs per supervisor deliver 6.4 Tbps per slot for wire-rate forwarding across all ports.
Quantum-Safe Security
Hardware-ready for post-quantum cryptography and Cisco Live Protect to defend against future threats.
StackWise Virtual
Combine two C9610R chassis into a single logical switch for simplified management and high availability.
Programmable
NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, gNMI, on-box Python scripting, and streaming telemetry for full automation.
Efficient Cooling
Front-to-back airflow with field-replaceable fan trays, barometric sensors, and PWM fine-tuning.
Investment Protection
Use existing C9600 Series line cards with the C9610-LC-ADPT adapter to protect your investment.
Feature & Benefit Details
Specifications
Performance
Connectivity
Ordering Information
C9610-SUP-3
Cisco C9610 Supervisor Engine 3 module
Documentation
Data Sheet
Cisco C9610 Series Smart Switches Data Sheet. Full specifications, models, management, licensing, and ordering information.
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