Description
Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 3200W DC Power Supply
The Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 3200W DC Power Supply delivers enterprise-grade power management designed to keep high-availability networks running smoothly. Built for the most demanding data centers and campus networks, this DC power supply provides robust power density, advanced thermal control, and streamlined management to support next-generation Cisco Catalyst 9400 chassis. Engineered for reliability and energy efficiency, it ensures critical applications stay online while helping you optimize operational costs and power utilization across your Cisco CORE and distribution layers.
- 3200W continuous DC power with a hot-swappable, field-replaceable design that minimizes downtime and maintenance windows. This high-capacity power module supports peak load conditions from investment-intensive line cards to high-speed uplinks, ensuring your network remains responsive even during traffic spikes.
- Redundancy-ready architecture for mission-critical environments. The 3200W DC PSU is built to operate in tandem with other power supplies in a redundant configuration, providing seamless failover and load sharing to maintain business continuity without interruption.
- Optimized for energy efficiency and thermal performance. The power supply employs intelligent power conversion and cooling management to reduce heat output and cooling costs, helping lower total cost of ownership while sustaining reliable performance under load.
- Plug-and-play compatibility with the Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series chassis. Designed for easy integration, it fits seamlessly into existing power rails and works with Cisco’s modular power architecture to deliver scalable power for growing networks.
- Comprehensive management and monitoring features. Integrated status indicators, ease-of-management with Cisco tools, and compatibility with common monitoring protocols enable proactive power management, capacity planning, and quick fault isolation.
Technical Details of Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 3200W DC Power Supply
- Get this information from the specifications section of the product from https://ec.synnex.com/ using product "UPC" or "SKU" as reference
How to install Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 3200W DC Power Supply
- Power down the affected Cisco Catalyst 9400 chassis or ensure you are within the recommended maintenance window, and disconnect AC or DC input sources as required before handling power modules.
- Access the chassis power bay by removing the required cover or blanking plate to expose the PSU slots, following your chassis model’s service guide.
- Align the 3200W DC power supply with the appropriate slot in the Catalyst 9400 chassis and slide it in until it seats and latches securely with a solid click.
- Connect the DC input cables per your data center wiring plan, ensuring correct polarity, cable management, and adherence to safety standards; verify cable integrity before applying power.
- Power the chassis back on and verify the power supply status indicators and redundant pairing in the Cisco management interface or CLI; confirm acceptable operating temperatures and load distribution.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What does the 3200W DC power supply mean for my Catalyst 9400 deployment? A: It indicates the maximum continuous power available to support high-performance line cards, dense I/O modules, and uplinks while maintaining energy efficiency and thermal management. The unit is designed for high availability and is suitable for redundant configurations to ensure continuous operation.
- Q: Is the 3200W DC power supply hot-swappable? A: Yes. The design allows hot-swapping in many configurations, enabling maintenance or replacement without powering down the entire chassis and minimizing service interruption.
- Q: Is this power supply compatible with Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series? A: Absolutely. It is purpose-built for the Catalyst 9400 Series chassis and integrates with Cisco’s modular power architecture to deliver reliable, scalable power for growing networks.
- Q: Does it support remote management or monitoring? A: Yes. It supports monitoring through Cisco management tools and standard network monitoring protocols, providing real-time power usage data, status indicators, and alerts to simplify management and alerting.
- Q: What is the efficiency and thermal performance of the 3200W DC power supply? A: The unit is engineered for energy efficiency and optimized thermal management to lower operating costs in data center environments. Exact efficiency metrics depend on operating conditions and should be verified in the official specifications for your configuration.
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