Cisco Nexus 5596 FCoE NPV License
The Cisco Nexus 5596 FCoE NPV License is a specialized software license that unlocks Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) N-Port Virtualization (NPV) capabilities on your Nexus 5596 platform. Designed for data center environments requiring flexible storage connectivity, this license enables organizations to consolidate storage and Ethernet traffic over a single infrastructure, reducing complexity and operational costs. Whether you're modernizing legacy storage networks or building new converged fabric architectures, the FCoE NPV functionality provides the virtualization capabilities needed for dynamic, scalable data center deployments.
Key Features
- Enables FCoE N-Port Virtualization (NPV) on Nexus 5596 platforms
- Supports flexible storage connectivity in converged data center networks
- Reduces infrastructure complexity through Ethernet and Fibre Channel consolidation
- Provides virtualization capabilities for multi-tenant storage environments
- Compatible with Cisco Nexus 5000/5500 Series switches
- Simplifies storage fabric management and provisioning
- Enables cost-effective storage network scaling
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Product Type |
Software License |
| Platform Compatibility |
Cisco Nexus 5596, Nexus 5000/5500 Series |
| Feature |
FCoE N-Port Virtualization (NPV) |
| License Type |
Specialized Software License |
| Ordering Method |
Special Order through Authorized Channels |
| Part Number |
N5596-FNPV-SSK9= |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FCoE NPV and how does it benefit my data center?
FCoE N-Port Virtualization (NPV) allows you to consolidate Fibre Channel storage traffic over Ethernet infrastructure on your Nexus 5596 switch. This reduces the number of physical connections required, lowers equipment costs, and simplifies network management while maintaining storage performance and reliability in your data center environment.
Is this license compatible with my existing Nexus infrastructure?
Yes, the Cisco Nexus 5596 FCoE NPV License is designed for the Nexus 5596 platform and is compatible with the broader Cisco Nexus 5000/5500 Series switches. Verify your current platform model before ordering to ensure compatibility with your existing infrastructure.
How do I order the Cisco Nexus 5596 FCoE NPV License?
This specialized software license is typically ordered as a special-order item through authorized Cisco channels and resellers. Contact your Cisco account team or authorized distributor to place an order and receive deployment guidance for your specific data center configuration.
What storage connectivity options does FCoE NPV provide?
FCoE NPV enables flexible storage connectivity by allowing your Nexus 5596 to virtualize N-Port connections, supporting multi-tenant storage environments and dynamic fabric configurations. This provides scalability and operational flexibility for modern data center storage architectures.
