Description
The Cisco N5K-C5548UP-FA is a high-density 10-Gigabit Ethernet switch chassis from the Nexus 5500 Series, built for data center and enterprise core network deployments. With 32 fixed unified ports, advanced Layer 2/3 forwarding, and front-to-back airflow design, this 1RU switch delivers exceptional performance and flexibility for both Ethernet and storage networking environments.
Technical Specifications
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Condition
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New/Never Used Surplus
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| Brand |
Cisco |
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Category
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Computers/Tablets & Networking
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Part Number
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N5K-C5548UP-FA
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| Subcatecory |
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| Series |
Nexus 5500 |
| Fixed Ports |
32 x 10-Gigabit Unified Ports |
| Expansion Slots |
1 (up to 48 ports total) |
| Expansion Slot Type |
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| Layer 2 Performance |
960 Gbps or 714.24 Mpps |
| Layer 3 Performance |
160 Gbps or 240 Mpps |
| Power Supplies |
2 x 750W AC |
| Fan Modules |
2 |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
1.72 x 17.3 x 29.5 in (4.4 x 43.9 x 74.9 cm) |
| Weight |
35 lb (15.88 kg) |
Information About N5K-C5548UP-FA
The N5K-C5548UP-FA Nexus 5548UP switch provides 32 fixed unified ports and one expansion slot, allowing scalability up to 48 ports. It supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet), making it suitable for converged network infrastructures. The switch delivers up to 960 Gbps Layer 2 forwarding or 714.24 Mpps and up to 160 Gbps Layer 3 throughput.
Key Features:
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32 Fixed Unified Ports: Supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and FCoE for flexible deployment across data and storage networks.
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Expansion Capability: Includes one expansion slot to scale up to 48 ports for growing environments.
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High Performance Switching: Delivers up to 960 Gbps Layer 2 throughput and up to 160 Gbps Layer 3 performance.
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Front-to-Back Airflow: Designed for hot-aisle/cold-aisle cooling strategies with matched fan and power modules.
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Redundant Power Supplies: Two 750W AC power supplies ensure continuous operation and hardware redundancy.
The N5K-C5548UP-FA is engineered for high-throughput and low-latency switching with flexibility for both data and storage traffic.
