Cisco Nexus 5500 Layer 3 Enterprise Services Package
The Cisco Nexus 5500 Layer 3 Enterprise Services License (N55-LAN1K9) is designed for enterprise organizations requiring advanced routing capabilities and policy-based forwarding on their Nexus 5500 platform. This licensing option extends beyond basic Layer 2 functionality, enabling sophisticated network segmentation, dynamic routing protocols, and granular traffic management. Perfect for data center operators, service providers, and large enterprises needing BGP support and advanced traffic engineering on their Cisco Nexus infrastructure.
Key Features
- BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) support for dynamic inter-domain routing
- Policy-Based Routing (PBR) for advanced traffic forwarding decisions
- Layer 3 Enterprise Services beyond base Nexus 5500 capabilities
- Enhanced network segmentation and routing flexibility
- Support for complex multi-tenant and multi-path routing scenarios
- Compatible with Nexus 5500 and Nexus 5600 series platforms
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Part Number |
N55-LAN1K9= |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Product Type |
Layer 3 Enterprise Services License |
| Platform Compatibility |
Nexus 5500, Nexus 5600 Series |
| License Scope |
Enterprise routing and policy-based forwarding |
| Included Protocols |
BGP, PBR, Layer 3 routing services |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between N55-LAN1K9 and N55-BAS1K9 licenses?
The N55-LAN1K9 Layer 3 Enterprise Services Package includes advanced routing features such as BGP and Policy-Based Routing (PBR) that are not available in the base N55-BAS1K9 license. This makes it ideal for enterprises requiring sophisticated routing and traffic engineering capabilities.
Which Nexus platforms support the Layer 3 Enterprise Services License?
The N55-LAN1K9 license is compatible with both the Cisco Nexus 5500 and Nexus 5600 series platforms, providing consistent Layer 3 routing capabilities across the Nexus 5500 family.
Does this license enable BGP routing on Nexus 5500?
Yes, the Layer 3 Enterprise Services Package includes full BGP support, allowing your Nexus 5500 platform to participate in dynamic inter-domain routing and connect to external networks with advanced routing protocols.
What is Policy-Based Routing and why do I need it?
Policy-Based Routing (PBR) allows you to make forwarding decisions based on policies beyond standard destination IP routing. This enables advanced traffic engineering, service differentiation, and sophisticated network segmentation on your Nexus infrastructure.
