[shortdesc] 1x SFP/SFP+ port, 10GbE throughput, Layer 3 WAN, 256-bit MACsec, Catalyst 8300 support [/shortdesc]

[properties]

Model	C-NIM-1X
Product Type	Network Interface Module (Expansion Module)
Port Count	1 x 10G/1G SFP/SFP+
Supported Platforms	Catalyst 8300 Series only (e.g., C8300-2N2S-4T2X, C8300-2N2S-6T, C8300-1N1S-4T2X); not supported on Catalyst 8200/8200L
Data Transfer Rate	10 Gbps (non-oversubscribed backplane)
Connection Media	SFP/SFP+ fiber (no RJ-45 copper support; no 100/10BASE SFPs)
MACsec	256-bit WAN MACsec (IEEE 802.1AE)
PoE Support	No
Online Insertion/Removal	Online insertion only in NIM slot; full OIR when used with C-SM-NIM-ADPT
Form Factor	NIM (Plug-in Module)

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[specifications]

Supported SFP/SFP+ Modules	SFP-10G-SR, SFP-10G-LR, SFP-10G-ER, SFP-10G-LRM, SFP-10G-BX series (BXD-I/BXU-I/BX40D-I/BX40U-I), SFP-H10GB-ACU-7M/-10M, plus multiple GE optics (SFP-GE-S, GLC-LH-SMD, GLC-SX-MMD, GLC-ZX-SMD, etc.)
Backplane Connectivity	10 Gbps link to router forwarding engine (non-oversubscribed)
LED Indicators	EN (status): Green/Amber; SFP+ status: Off (none), Green (enabled), Blinking Green (active), Amber (failure)
Supported Cisco IOS Version	17.3.2 or later
Operating Temperature	0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage Temperature	-40 °C to 70 °C (-38 °F to 150 °F)
Relative Humidity	5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Operating Humidity	5% to 85%

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[accesories]

Supported Adapter	C-SM-NIM-ADPT (Service Module carrier for up to 2x NIMs; enables full OIR)
Optional SFP/SFP+ Modules	SFP-10G-SR, SFP-10G-LR, SFP-10G-ER, SFP-10G-LRM, SFP-H10GB-ACU-7M/-10M; GE optics per Cisco supported list

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High-Performance WAN Expansion for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Platforms

The Cisco C-NIM-1X Network Interface Module delivers uncompromising 10 Gigabit Ethernet WAN performance for Catalyst 8300 Series edge platforms. Designed for secure, high-speed connectivity, it supports SFP+ optics with full 256-bit MACsec encryption, ensuring data integrity across demanding enterprise and branch deployments.

Key Benefits & Features

• 10GbE WAN Port: Single SFP+ interface supporting both 1GbE and 10GbE connections with non-oversubscribed backplane throughput.
• Advanced Security: Built-in 256-bit WAN MACsec ensures encrypted and secure WAN transport.
• Optimized for SD-WAN: Seamless compatibility with Cisco SD-WAN and vManage for simplified orchestration.
• Flexible Deployment: Hot-insertion support allows easy scaling without disrupting network availability (full OIR with C-SM-NIM-ADPT).
• Enterprise Reliability: Backed by Cisco Catalyst architecture with robust support for critical WAN applications.

Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprises requiring secure 10GbE WAN connectivity for data-heavy workloads
• Branch offices deploying Cisco SD-WAN edge platforms
• Service providers expanding customer WAN services with MACsec security
• Data centers needing reliable high-speed routed WAN uplinks

Technical Specifications

• Interface: 1x SFP/SFP+ WAN port
• Throughput: Supports 1Gbps and 10Gbps non-oversubscribed
• Encryption: IEEE 802.1AE 256-bit MACsec
• Supported Platforms: Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series
• Compatibility: SFP+ optics including 10G-SR, 10G-LR, 10G-ER; supports multiple Gigabit SFPs
• Form Factor: Network Interface Module (NIM)
• Dimensions: 1.25 x 3.50 x 7.24 in (32 x 89 x 184 mm)
• Weight: 240 g
• Operating Temperature: 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
• Power: Consumes via router backplane, no PoE output

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