Cisco Nexus 93180YC — Used & Refurbished (Cisco)

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How Much Does Cisco Nexus 93180YC Cost in 2026?

Used Cisco Nexus 93180YC switches in 2026 range from $800 to $25,000, depending on condition. Non-functional units (e.g., failed PSU or fan tray) start at $800. Working used units (tested but unrefurbished) average $4,000–$7,000. Refurbished models with 1-year warranty cost $5,000–$8,000, while vendor-certified units (Cisco or third-party) with 3-year support reach $15,000–$25,000. Savings vs. new OEM list price ($30,000–$35,000) range from 50–80%, but caveat: units older than 2021 may require new PSUs ($2,000–$3,000 each) for compliance with 2026 power standards.

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Cisco Nexus 93180YC Specifications and Compatible Systems

The Nexus 93180YC is a 1RU 48x 10/40Gbps fixed-form-factor switch with 3.5Tbps throughput, dual redundant 600W/1200W PSUs, and 4x 1Gbps management ports. It supports Cisco NX-OS 9.3+ and requires a N9K-C93180YC-AX license for full Layer 3 features. Compatible systems include Cisco Nexus 9500 series (9504/9508/9516, 2018–2022) and Nexus 7700 Series (7710/7712, 2019–2023). Warning: Units without a compatible line card (e.g., N9K-X9532PQ) cannot scale beyond 48x 40Gbps. Power requirements (120–240VAC) may conflict with older 110V-only racks.

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