C4KX-NM-8SFP+ Catalyst 4500-X 8 Port 10GE Network Module

Cisco C4KX-NM-8SFP+ - 8-Port 1G/10G Network Uplink Module

The Cisco C4KX-NM-8SFP+ is a hot-swappable uplink module that expands the connectivity of Catalyst 4500-X Series switches. It delivers eight dual-rate SFP/SFP+ ports, allowing network operators to mix 1-Gigabit and 10-Gigabit uplinks for flexible aggregation and distribution deployments.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Compatibility: Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Series switches only
• Ports: 8x 1G/10G dual-rate SFP/SFP+ slots
• Flexibility: Supports both 1G SFP and 10G SFP+ transceivers
• Hot-Swappable: Can be installed or replaced without powering down the switch
• Performance: Provides high-speed uplinks for aggregation, distribution, or core connectivity
• Form Factor: Rear-insertable module for Catalyst 4500-X chassis
• Redundancy: Enables dual-uplink and multi-uplink designs for resilient topologies

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Aggregation layer uplinks in campus or enterprise networks
• High-speed fiber connectivity for Catalyst 4500-X switches
• Flexible migration from 1G to 10G uplinks without replacing the switch
• Scalable deployments requiring multiple 10G uplinks

⚙️ Licensing & Expansion

• No additional software license required; uplink functionality is hardware-based
• Works seamlessly with Cisco IOS XE features on Catalyst 4500-X switches
• Supports mixed environments with both 1G and 10G optics