Cisco C9200-NM-4G Full Official Product Description
Module Mechanical Diagram
1. Part Number & Naming Definition
Official Full Name
Cisco C9200-NM-4G Catalyst 9200 Series Hot-Swappable 4-Port 1G SFP Uplink Network Module
Spare part SKU: C9200-NM-4G=
Naming Breakdown
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C9200: Compatibility marker exclusively for Catalyst 9200 enterprise stackable access switches
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NM: Network Module, field-replaceable rear expansion uplink card
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4G: Four independent universal SFP slots supporting 1 Gigabit Ethernet optical/copper transceivers
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Suffix=(C9200-NM-4G=): Standalone spare replacement unit for inventory and after-sales deployment
Core Product Positioning
The C9200-NM-4G is a cost-effective modular uplink expansion module designed for Cisco Catalyst 9200 series fixed-form factor access switches, built on Cisco DNA architecture for enterprise LAN deployment. It delivers aggregate 4Gbps full-duplex uplink bandwidth to connect access layer switch stacks to campus aggregation/core switches, supporting fiber and copper 1G uplink media for flexible cabling distance options.
This module supports OIR (Online Insertion and Removal) hot-swap operation, enabling uplink capacity upgrades or hardware replacement without power cycling the host switch or disrupting existing network traffic. It is validated for ACT2 Cisco security compliance and fully integrated with Catalyst 9200’s Layer 2/Layer 3 forwarding ASIC architecture.
2. Hardware & Software Compatibility
Supported Switch Platforms
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Fully compatible with all standard Catalyst 9200 modular uplink chassis: C9200-24T, C9200-24P, C9200-48T, C9200-48P, C9200-48PB
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Not supportedon multigigabit Catalyst 9200 models: C9200-24PXG, C9200-48PXG
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Incompatible with C9200L fixed-uplink switches and compact C9200CX fanless switches (no network module slot available)Cisco
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Each Catalyst 9200 modular chassis supports one rear network module slot; install blank filler panel C9200-NM-BLANK if no uplink module is deployed to maintain proper chassis airflowCisco
Supported Cisco IOS XE Firmware
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Minimum supported IOS XE release: IOS XE Gibraltar 16.12.x
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Fully validated for all stable modern IOS XE branches: 17.3.x, 17.6.x, 17.9.x, 17.12.x and later production releases
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Full feature parity with Catalyst 9200 base software licenses (Network Essentials / Network Advantage permanent licenses; DNA Essentials / DNA Advantage subscription licenses)Cisco
Transceiver & Cable Compatibility
All Cisco-certified standard SFP 1G transceivers are supported for each port slot:
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1G optical SFP modules: GLC-SX-MMD, GLC-LH-SMD, GLC-ZX-SMD, GLC-BX-D, GLC-BX-U
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1G copper RJ45 SFP modules: GLC-T, GLC-TE
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Short-range passive SFP twinax copper cables for rack-local interconnections
3. Physical & Electrical Specifications
Form Factor
Single-width rear pluggable hot-swappable field-replaceable unit (FRU), vertical rear-panel installation in Catalyst 9200 dedicated network module slot
Power Consumption
Typical idle power draw: 4 Watts
Maximum full-load power draw: 7 Watts with all four SFP transceivers populated and active
Environmental Operating Parameters
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Operating temperature range: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
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Non-operating storage / transit temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
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Relative humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
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Maximum operating altitude: 3000 meters (10,000 ft) above sea level
Port Performance Metrics
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Each SFP port fixed to 1Gbps full-duplex line-rate operation, auto-negotiation for link speed and duplex
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Aggregate total module bidirectional uplink bandwidth: 4 Gbps full-duplex
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No breakout port functionality; each SFP slot operates as an independent GigabitEthernet logical interface
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Integrated DOM (Digital Optical Monitoring) sensor support for all optical SFP transceivers to monitor real-time optical power, temperature, voltage and laser bias current
4. Key Functional Feature Set
Hot-Swap OIR Online Insertion & Removal
The entire module can be inserted or removed while the host Catalyst 9200 switch remains fully powered and online. The switch generates standardized syslog and SNMP trap alerts upon module insertion/removal for centralized network monitoring, eliminating service interruption during uplink hardware maintenance or capacity expansion.
Full Layer 2 & Layer 3 IOS XE Feature Compatibility
All four uplink ports inherit the complete enterprise feature suite of the host Catalyst 9200 switch:
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Layer 2 functions: 802.1Q VLAN trunking, native VLAN configuration, private VLANs, spanning-tree protocol (STP, RSTP, MSTP), link aggregation LACP static/dynamic port channels
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Layer 3 routing protocols: Static routing, OSPFv2/v3, EIGRP IPv4/IPv6, RIP, IPv4/IPv6 hardware forwarding
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Advanced QoS: Traffic classification, marking, policing, shaping, multi-level egress queuing and congestion management
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Broadcast, multicast, unknown unicast storm control for uplink traffic protection
Enterprise High Availability Support
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Fully compatible with Catalyst 9200 StackWise-80 / StackWise-160 stacking architecture for multi-switch access stacks
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Supports redundant uplink design via multiple module ports, enabling automatic Layer 2/Layer 3 link failover against fiber breakage or transceiver hardware faults
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Compatible with ISSU (In-Service Software Upgrade) zero-downtime switch firmware updates without uplink traffic loss
Advanced Enterprise Security Integration
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Hardware-aided MACsec 128-bit AES link-layer encryption for secure 1G uplink data transmission
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Native integration with Cisco DNA Center zero-touch provisioning, automated switch configuration and SD-Access enterprise segmentation with SGT (Security Group Tag) tagging
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Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA) for anomaly detection and hidden malware identification on uplink flows
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802.1X port-based network access control, MAC authentication bypass for uplink inter-switch authentication
5. Typical Enterprise Deployment Use Cases
Enterprise Access Layer Uplinks
Deployed on Catalyst 9200 PoE access switches to provide low-cost 1G fiber uplinks connecting multi-port access switch stacks to campus aggregation layer switches or core routers, ideal for mid-sized office, school and retail LAN environments.
StackWise Inter-Stack Interconnections
Utilize the four SFP ports to build redundant stacking inter-switch trunk links between multiple Catalyst 9200 stack members, ensuring high resiliency for PoE access stacks serving IP phones, wireless APs and surveillance cameras.
Short-to-Medium Distance Inter-Building Campus Links
Deploy long-range single-mode 1G SFP transceivers to establish cost-effective fiber uplink connections between separate buildings within enterprise campus estates, supporting distances from several hundred meters up to 120km with long-haul optical modules.
Hybrid Copper-Fiber Uplink Migration
Mixed deployment of copper RJ45 SFP for short rack-to-rack interconnections and fiber SFP for long-distance campus uplinks on the same module, enabling gradual network infrastructure upgrades without full switch hardware replacement.
6. Regulatory & Compliance Certifications
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Electrical Safety Standards: UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No.60950-1, IEC/EN 60950-1
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EMC & EMI Standards: CE Mark, FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, VCCI Class A, CISPR 22 Class A, CISPR 24, full EN 61000 series ESD, surge, radiated and conducted immunity compliance
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Environmental Directives: EU RoHS 2.0 hazardous substance restriction compliant, EU WEEE waste electronics recycling directive compliant
7. Standard Factory Packaging Contents
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C9200-NM-4G four-port 1GE SFP uplink network module
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Integrated metal extraction lever and captive retention screws for secure rear-slot installation
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ESD anti-static protective packaging and ESD wrist strap for static-safe hardware handling
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Hardware installation quick-start guide covering hot-swap OIR procedures, SFP transceiver installation, and basic GigabitEthernet port configuration steps
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Full global regulatory compliance and certification documentation packet
Supplementary UNSPSC Classification Code
43222503 – Cisco C9200-NM-4G hot-swappable 4-port 1G SFP uplink expansion network module for Catalyst 9200 series enterprise stackable access switches, supporting OIR hot-swap maintenance, DOM optical diagnostic monitoring, MACsec link encryption, full IOS XE Layer2/Layer3 enterprise feature support, StackWise stacking integration, designed for enterprise access layer uplink, inter-stack trunk and short/medium-distance inter-building fiber link deployments.
Standard Hardware Warranty Information
All factory-new C9200-NM-4G network modules include a 1-year limited hardware warranty covering manufacturing defects and component failures under rated standard operating environmental conditions. Cisco Smart Net Total Care extended service contracts are available, providing 24×7 priority Cisco TAC technical support, advance genuine spare hardware replacement service, validated stable IOS XE firmware upgrade releases, and comprehensive switch configuration and network fault troubleshooting support.
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