N560-IMA-8Q/4L Overview
Cisco’s N560-IMA-8Q/4L module, part of the NCS560 series, features versatile connectivity options including 8 x 10/25G SFP+/SFP28 or 4 x 50G SFP56 ports. Designed to meet the demanding needs of modern networks, it’s ideal for network engineers and ICT procurement managers looking for high performance and flexibility.
N560-IMA-8Q/4L Product Highlights
- Flexible port configurations
- High bandwidth capabilities
- Supports various SFP modules
- Designed for NCS560 series
- Reliability and high performance
Product Features Comparison
| Model | N560-IMA-8Q/4L | N560-IMA-2T | N560-IMA-4C | N560-IMA-8Z | N560-IMA-2H | N560-IMA-12S | N560-IMA-1U |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Configuration | 8x 10/25G or 4x 50G | 2x 100G | 4x 100G | 8x 10/25G | 2x 200G | 12x 10G | 1x 400G |
| Supported Port Types | SFP+/SFP28/SFP56 | QSFP28 | QSFP28 | SFP+/SFP28 | QSFP56-DD | SFP+ | QSFP-DD |
| Compatibility | NCS560 | NCS560 | NCS560 | NCS560 | NCS560 | NCS560 | NCS560 |
| Form Factor | Small form | Small form | Large form | Medium form | Medium form | Small form | Large form |
| Redundancy Options | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Performance | High | Very High | Very High | High | Ultra High | High | Ultra High |
N560-IMA-8Q/4L Product Application Scenarios
- Data center interconnects
- High-density metro aggregation
- Enterprise core network upgrades
Optional Add-ons
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| GLC-SX-MMD | SFP Transceiver Module |
| GLC-T | 1000BASE-T SFP Module |
| C9500-NM-8X | Network Module for CAT9500 |


























