This Cisco Nexus N5K-C5548UP-FA 32 unified port switch is perfect for enterprise data centers and service providers requiring high-performance network infrastructure with advanced management capabilities. Our solution delivers:
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32 unified ports supporting both Ethernet and Fibre Channel protocols for converged networks
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Front-to-back airflow design optimizing thermal management in data center environments
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Advanced network management features with comprehensive monitoring and automation
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Scalable architecture supporting network expansion and growth requirements
Key Features
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Enterprise-grade switching performance with low-latency packet forwarding
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Energy-efficient cooling system with optimized front-to-back airflow patterns
- Optimized for data center rack environments with 1U form factor
- Consistent 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance across all unified ports
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Fibre Channel network support enabling storage area network connectivity
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Hot-swappable components ensuring maximum uptime and serviceability
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Model Number |
N5K-C5548UP-FA |
| Type |
32 Unified Port Data Center Switch |
| Port Configuration |
32 x 10GbE/8Gb FC unified ports |
| Form Factor |
1U rack-mountable chassis |
| Airflow Design |
Front-to-back cooling (port-side intake to power-side exhaust) |
| Switching Capacity |
1.44 Tbps fabric bandwidth |
| Management Interface |
Cisco NX-OS with advanced automation features |
| Target Environment |
Enterprise data centers, service provider networks |
| Series |
Cisco Nexus 5000 Series |
| Power Efficiency |
Energy-efficient design with intelligent power management |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the unified port design benefit data center operations?
A: The 32 unified ports support both Ethernet and Fibre Channel protocols on the same interface, enabling network convergence that reduces cabling complexity, lowers costs, and simplifies management while maintaining high performance for both LAN and SAN traffic.
Q: What configuration options are available for network expansion?
A: This Cisco Nexus switch supports virtual port channel (vPC) technology for redundancy, can be configured in leaf-spine topologies, and integrates seamlessly with Cisco Fabric Extenders (FEX) to extend ports and simplify network architecture across the data center.
Q: How does the front-to-back airflow design improve energy efficiency?
A: The front-to-back airflow design aligns with hot aisle/cold aisle data center layouts, drawing cool air from the front and exhausting hot air toward the back, improving cooling efficiency by up to 20% and reducing overall data center energy consumption.
Q: What management features help with network automation and monitoring?
A: Advanced Cisco NX-OS management capabilities include Python scripting, REST APIs, comprehensive SNMP monitoring, real-time telemetry, and integration with network automation tools like Ansible and Cisco DNA Center for simplified operations and proactive network management.
Cisco Nexus N5K-C5548UP-FA 32 unified port switch with front-to-back airflow, advanced management for data centers.
