Description
Key Features and Benefits
The N2K-C2232PP-BUN is a Cisco Nexus 2232PP Fabric Extender (FEX) that is designed to provide enhanced scalability and flexibility for data center networks. This expansion module features standard airflow and can be easily installed into a Cisco Nexus switch or chassis to expand its capabilities.
Key Features:
- High Density Ports: The N2K-C2232PP-BUN expansion module features 32 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports that can be used for both copper and fiber connectivity. This allows for high-density server connectivity with improved network performance.
- Power over Ethernet: The module supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) standards, allowing it to power connected devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and video cameras.
- Virtual Port Channel (vPC) Technology: The module supports Cisco’s Virtual Port Channel (vPC) technology, which provides enhanced redundancy and load balancing across multiple switches.
- Hot-swappable: The N2K-C2232PP-BUN module is hot-swappable, meaning it can be added or removed without disrupting network traffic.
- Low Latency: The module has low latency and provides high-speed data transfer rates to reduce network delays and improve application performance.
Benefits:
- Improved Scalability: The N2K-C2232PP-BUN expansion module can be easily added to an existing Cisco Nexus switch or chassis, allowing for easy expansion and scalability of the network.
- Enhanced Flexibility: The module supports multiple connectivity options, including copper and fiber, as well as PoE and PoE+ standards. This allows for flexible deployment options and easy integration into different network environments.
- High Performance: With low latency and high-speed data transfer rates, the module provides improved network performance, ensuring that applications run smoothly and efficiently.
Increased Redundancy: The vPC technology supported by the module provides enhanced redundancy and load balancing, reducing the risk of network downtime and ensuring that network traffic is always flowing.
- Easy Installation and Management: The N2K-C2232PP-BUN module is hot-swappable and can be easily installed or removed, making it easy to manage and maintain the network. Additionally, the module can be managed using the same tools and interfaces as the Cisco Nexus switch or chassis, simplifying network administration.
Technical Specifications
The N2K-C2232PP-BUN is a Cisco Nexus 2000 Series expansion module that is designed to provide additional connectivity options for data center networks. Here are the technical specifications of this expansion module:
- Airflow: This expansion module is designed for standard airflow, which means that it is intended to be installed in a data center rack with front-to-back airflow. This ensures that the module operates efficiently and does not overheat.
- Switching capacity: The N2K-C2232PP-BUN has a switching capacity of up to 480 Gbps. This means that it can handle a large amount of network traffic without slowing down.
- Number of ports: This expansion module has 32 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet ports. These ports can be used to connect servers, storage devices, or other network devices.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE): The N2K-C2232PP-BUN supports PoE, which means that it can provide power to connected devices such as IP phones or wireless access points.
- Power supply: This expansion module comes with a 350W power supply unit (PSU). The PSU is designed to provide sufficient power to the module and connected devices.
- Dimensions: The N2K-C2232PP-BUN has a height of 1.7 inches (43.7 mm), a width of 17.3 inches (439.4 mm), and a depth of 17.7 inches (449.6 mm). It is designed to fit in a standard 1U rack space.
Installation and Configuration
The N2K-C2232PP-BUN Cisco Expansion Module is a networking device designed to provide additional ports and connectivity options to Cisco Nexus 2000 Series Fabric Extenders. This particular model is designed with standard airflow, which means that it should be installed with the same airflow direction as the other devices in your data center.
Installation:
- Choose an appropriate location for the expansion module. Make sure it is mounted in a location that is easily accessible and has proper ventilation to avoid overheating.
- Power off the Nexus 2000 Fabric Extender (FEX) by disconnecting it from the power source.
- Remove the protective cover from the expansion module.
- Align the expansion module with the available slots on the FEX and insert it firmly. The module should click into place.
- Connect the power cables to the expansion module and then connect the FEX to the power source. Power on the FEX.
Configuration:
- Connect your computer to the console port of the Nexus 2000 FEX using a console cable.
- Open a terminal emulation program and configure the connection with the following settings:
- Baud rate: 9600
- Data bits: 8
- Parity: None
- Stop bits: 1
- Flow control: None
- Press Enter to display the login prompt. Enter your username and password to log in to the FEX.
- Enter the configuration mode by typing “configure terminal” at the prompt.
- Configure the necessary settings for the expansion module, such as VLANs, port channels, and access policies.
- Save the configuration changes by typing “copy running-config startup-config” at the prompt.
General Information
- Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc
- MPN: N2K-C2232PP-BUN
- Product Name: Standard airflow/AC pack
- Device Type: Expansion module
- SKU: N2K-C2232PP-BUN
