Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series User Manual

Install Network Interface Module Adapter
Before You Begin
• Read the safety warnings section before beginning this procedure.
• The Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter is considered 'hot swappable'. Installing the adapter does not require
powering off the device.
• Do not install network interface modules (NIMs) into the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter before installing
the adapter in the chassis.
• When preparing to remove the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter, first remove any installed NIMs, then remove
the adapter.
Procedure
To install the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter into a service module (SM) slot on a Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series
Edge Platforms:
1. Remove the blank faceplate installed over one of the device SM slots. The position of the slots depends
on the platform's form factor: 1 rack unit (RU) or 2 RU, as shown below.
Save blank faceplates for future use.
Note
Figure 74: Cisco Catalyst SM-NIM Adapter on C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T
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Install Cisco Catalyst Network Interface Module
Install Network Interface Module Adapter

Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Specifications

General

Software	Cisco IOS XE
Interface Modules	Modular
WAN Ports	Varies based on module selection
LAN Ports	Varies based on module selection
Redundancy	Yes, with dual power supplies and modular components
Security	Integrated threat defense, encryption, and secure boot
Management	Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, REST APIs
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Rack Height	1RU or 2RU
Interfaces	Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 25 Gigabit Ethernet, 40 Gigabit Ethernet, 100 Gigabit Ethernet, Serial
Power Supply	Redundant power supply options available
Key Features	SD-WAN, advanced security
Product Family	Catalyst
Port Density	Varies based on module selection
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model and module selection