The Cisco Nexus 2000 Series Fabric Extender (FEX) is designed to provide a flexible and scalable way to extend the capabilities of Cisco Nexus switches. The N2K-C2224TF is a 24-port FEX that offers a high-performance and efficient solution for data center environments.
Performance:
The N2K-C2224TF FEX is designed to deliver high-performance connectivity with low latency and high bandwidth. It supports 1 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) and 10 GbE connectivity options, with auto-negotiation for speed and duplex. The FEX also supports jumbo frames for larger data payloads, which can help to reduce the overhead associated with network communications.
Efficiency:
The N2K-C2224TF FEX is designed to be an efficient solution that helps to optimize power consumption and reduce cooling costs. The FEX features a compact design that requires minimal rack space, and it is designed to consume less power than traditional switches. The FEX also supports the Cisco EnergyWise power management solution, which can help to reduce power consumption by automatically adjusting the power usage of connected devices.
In addition to its performance and efficiency features, the N2K-C2224TF FEX also supports advanced features such as Cisco Virtual Port Channels (vPC), which provide a way to create a single logical switch by connecting multiple physical switches. This can help to simplify network management and improve availability by providing redundancy.
Installation Requirements and Best PracticesThe Cisco Nexus 2000 Series Fabric Extender (FEX) is a cost-effective solution for extending the capabilities of the Cisco Nexus 5000, 6000, and 7000 Series switches. The N2K-C2224TF is a 24-port Fabric Extender that can be used to provide additional connectivity to these switches.
Here are the installation requirements and best practices for the N2K-C2224TF:
- Hardware Requirements:
- Cisco Nexus 5000, 6000, or 7000 Series switch
- Category 5e or higher Ethernet cabling
- SFP or SFP+ transceivers
- Fiber-optic cabling (optional)
- Physical Installation:
- Mount the Fabric Extender in a standard 19-inch rack or on a desktop using the provided mounting brackets.
- Connect the power cables to the Fabric Extender and plug them into a power outlet.
- Connect the Ethernet cables to the Fabric Extender and the Cisco Nexus switch.
- Configuration:
- Configure the Fabric Extender using the Cisco Nexus switch CLI or GUI.
- Verify that the Fabric Extender is connected to the Cisco Nexus switch using the "show interface status" command.
- Configure the Fabric Extender ports using the "interface" command.
- Best Practices:
- Use redundant power supplies to ensure high availability.
- Use SFP or SFP+ transceivers that are compatible with the Cisco Nexus switch.
- Configure the Fabric Extender with the same VLANs as the Cisco Nexus switch to avoid network loops.
- Configure the Fabric Extender ports as "edge ports" to prevent loops and optimize traffic flow.
The Cisco Nexus 2000 Series 24 Ports Fabric Extender (N2K-C2224TF) is a network device designed to extend the capabilities of a parent switch, such as the Cisco Nexus 5000 or 7000 Series, by providing additional ports and fabric connectivity. When considering the Quality of Service (QoS) of the N2K-C2224TF, there are a few key considerations to keep in mind.
- Bandwidth Allocation: The N2K-C2224TF supports a variety of bandwidth allocation policies, including strict priority, weighted round robin, and deficit round robin. These policies can be used to prioritize different types of traffic and ensure that critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth.
- Traffic Classification: To effectively prioritize traffic, it's important to classify different types of traffic based on their importance and characteristics. The N2K-C2224TF supports a variety of classification methods, including Layer 2 and Layer 3 classification, VLAN-based classification, and ACL-based classification.
- Congestion Management: In high-traffic environments, congestion can occur and impact the performance of critical applications. The N2K-C2224TF supports various congestion management techniques, such as tail drop, weighted tail drop, and random early detection, to help manage congestion and prevent packet loss.
- Traffic Policing and Shaping: To control the amount of traffic that enters or exits a network, the N2K-C2224TF supports traffic policing and shaping. These techniques can be used to limit the amount of traffic that is sent or received, ensuring that critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth.
- Link-level QoS: The N2K-C2224TF supports link-level QoS, which allows QoS policies to be applied to individual links. This can be useful in scenarios where different links have different bandwidth requirements or traffic characteristics.
- Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc
- MPN: N2K-C2224TF
- Product Line: Nexus
- Product Series: 2000
- Product Name: Nexus 2000 Series Fabric Extender
- Product Type: Fabric Extender
- SKU: N2K-C2224TF
Networking:
- Ports: Gigabit Ethernet x 24
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Cabling Type: Ethernet 100Base-TX, Ethernet 1000Base-T
- Data Link Protocol: Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
- Auxiliary Ports: 2 x SFP+
- Network / Transport Protocol: TCP/IP, UDP/IP, ICMP/IP
- Remote Management Protocol: SNMP 1, SNMP 2, RMON, SNMP 3
- Status Indicators: Port status, power, system
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slots: 2 (total) / 0 (free) x SFP+
- Interfaces: 24 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45
Power:
- Power Device: Power supply - hot-plug / redundant - plug-in module
- Dimensions & Weight
- Width:17.3 Inch
- Depth: 17.7 Inch
- Height: 1.7 Inch
- Weight: 16.53 Lbs
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories: 4 Fabric Extender transceivers
Compliant
- CISPR 22 Class A, BSMI CNS 13438 Class A, CISPR 24, EN 61000-3-2, VCCI Class A ITE, EN 61000-3-3, EN55024, EN55022 Class A, EN50082-1, EN 61000-6-1, AS/NZS 60950-1, ICES-003 Class A, RoHS, FCC CFR47 Part 15, UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 300 386
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