Cisco Nexus 9500 Cloud-Scale Line Cards N9K-X9716D-GX Overview
Cisco Nexus 9500 Cloud-Scale Line Cards N9K-X9716D-GX is a genuine modular capacity expansion product from Cisco, a leading enterprise networking vendor whose Catalyst, Nexus and ISR families power campus, data-center and branch networks worldwide. Belonging to the Cisco family, the N9K-X9716D-GX unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is installed into a compatible chassis slot, where it works alongside the supervisor and line cards to extend the platform’s capabilities.
From a specification standpoint, it offers 16 ports for client, server or uplink connectivity. These are the original factory figures for this model, giving administrators a clear picture of what the unit can deliver before it enters service. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, so deployment follows the same procedures as other Cisco hardware already running in the environment.
Typical deployments include adding ports and performance to existing chassis systems, modernizing legacy platforms with compatible line cards, and mixing copper, fiber and high-speed uplinks in one chassis. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “16p 400G QSFP-DD cloud-scale line card”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the N9K-X9716D-GX. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Capacity Expansion
Add ports and performance to existing chassis.
Upgrade Path
Modernize aging platforms with compatible modules.
Flexible I/O
Mix copper, fiber and high-speed uplinks.
Buying a Pre-Owned N9K-X9716D-GX
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
| N9K-X9716D-GX | |
| Product list | |
| Product code | N9K-X9716D-GX |
| Power cable | No |
| Button | No |
| Product parameters | |
| Product Type | Expansion Module |
| Ports | 16 |
| Typical power | 240 W |
| Maximum power | 250 W |
| Introduction | The 9716D-GX line card uses two instances of the Cisco LS6400GX ASIC to provide forwarding functions, along with eight instances of an ASIC providing both MACSEC and CloudSec encryption capability on all front panel ports. Among the 16 400G ports on each LS6400GX ASIC, 8 ports are used as front-panel ports, and the other 8 ports are used internally to connect to the fabric modules. Figure 17 illustrates the internal architecture of the 9716D-GX line card. |
| Physical specifications | |
| Weight | 9.59 lbs |
