cisco Catalyst 9300 Catalyst 9300X
The Cisco Catalyst 9300X is an enterprise stackable switch platform designed for high-throughput campus aggregation and next-generation Wi-Fi 6E/7 access layers. Powered by the UADP 2.5sec ASIC, the 9300X delivers 1 Terabit per second stacking bandwidth with StackWise-1T, line-rate 100G uplinks, wire-speed hardware MACsec-256 on every port, and 100G IPsec hardware VPN encryption capabilities.
Specifications
| Brand | cisco |
|---|---|
| Family | Catalyst 9300 |
| Form factor | 1U modular switch |
| Released | Nov 2021 |
| Port configurations | 24 or 48 ports 10G Multi-gigabit copper or 10G/25G SFP28 fiber |
| Uplink capacity | Modular network modules with dual 100G QSFP28 or quad 40G QSFP+ ports |
| Stacking bandwidth | StackWise-1T delivering 1 Tbps stacking throughput |
| Encryption | Hardware MACsec-256 on all downlink and uplink ports, plus line-rate IPsec |
| Switching capacity | Up to 1000 Gbps (1 Tbps) per switch |
| Poe budget | Up to 90W 802.3bt Class 8 PoE on all copper ports |
Generations
- Previous generation: cisco Catalyst 9300 Catalyst 9300
Check compatibility with Cisco
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Cisco has tested with the cisco Catalyst 9300 Catalyst 9300X.
- Compatibility Cisco UCS Hardware Compatibility List
- Compatibility Cisco Optics-to-Device Compatibility Matrix
- Support Cisco Support and Downloads
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
Can Catalyst 9300X stack with standard Catalyst 9300 switches?
Yes, but the stack will operate at the lowest common stacking speed (StackWise-480 at 480 Gbps) instead of StackWise-1T.
Does the 9300X support hardware IPsec?
Yes, select models (such as C9300X-12Y and C9300X-24Y) feature built-in hardware IPsec encryption up to 100 Gbps throughput.
Buying or selling Catalyst 9300X?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Cisco Catalyst 9300X Product Documentation, checked 2026-10-27
- Cisco Catalyst 9300X Data Sheet and Technical Specifications, checked 2026-10-27