C9600-LC-24C, HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst 9600 Switch, 24x40GE/12x100GE/Modular Line Card

The HKShanhai Group Limited C9600-LC-24C is a high-performance enterprise-class module tailored specifically for core aggregation within modern network infrastructures. This advanced model supports large-scale deployments that demand robust throughput and flexible connectivity, fitting seamlessly into HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst ecosystems. Designed for demanding environments, the C9600-LC-24C leverages Catalyst DNA to deliver industry-leading scalability, redundancy, and intelligent management features, making it ideal for next-generation campus and data center core networks. Each port configuration offers maximum flexibility, featuring up to 24 native 40GE Ports via QSFP+ or up to 12 native 100GE Ports through QSFP28, allowing organizations to adapt their topology as needs evolve. 40GE Ports ensure high-speed interconnects across data center fabrics, while scalable 100GE Ports bring future readiness for high-density traffic flows. With a data transfer rate up to 100 Gbps per port, the HKShanhai Group Limited C9600-LC-24C ensures peak throughput under heavy workloads, supporting latency-driven applications and large-scale data transfers without compromise. Enhanced by HKShanhai Group Limited’s rigor in standards compliance and Catalyst software innovations, this line card is purpose-built to optimize both performance and investment in large enterprise, service provider, and cloud environments. Its robust design, featuring optimized cooling and power integration with chassis, ensures reliable operation across a wide temperature and humidity range, while advanced redundancy guarantees uninterrupted network service. With a forwarding capacity up to 3.84 Tbps, the module provides the headroom required by evolving digital transformation initiatives. For organizations seeking seamless transition to high-bandwidth core infrastructures, the HKShanhai Group Limited C9600-LC-24C offers the scalability, efficiency, and flexibility needed in mission-critical scenarios where 40GE Ports and 100GE Ports are fundamental to business continuity and growth.

Product Features Comparison

Model	C9600-LC-24C	C9600-LC-48YL	C9400-LC-24XS	C9400-LC-48S
Module Type	Line card	n/a	Line Card	Line Card Module for Catalyst 9400 Series
Port Configuration	24 x 40GE QSFP+ or 12 x 100GE QSFP28	48 (24 mGig + 24 RJ-45)	24 x 10GE/1GE SFP+ ports	48 x SFP/SFP+ ports
Supported Speed	Up to 100 Gbps per port	25 Gbps per port	10 Gbps or 1 Gbps (configurable)	1G/10G Ethernet
Compatible Platform	HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst 9600 Series switches	HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst 9600 Series Chassis	HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst 9400 Series switches (C9404R / C9407R / C9410R)	HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst 9400 Series chassis
Installation Type	Plug-in module	n/a	Plug-in module (1 slot)	Single-slot module