Description
Features and Benefits of the N6004X-M20UP Module
The N6004X-M20UP Cisco Unified Fibre Channel Plug-in module is a high-performance Fibre Channel (FC) switching module designed for use with the Cisco Nexus 6004 Switch. Here are some of its key features and benefits:
Features:
- Supports up to 20 ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity
- Uses QSFP+ connectors for Fibre Channel ports
- Supports Fibre Channel Forwarder (FCF) mode and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) NPV mode
- Offers line-rate, non-blocking performance for all packet sizes
- Provides advanced traffic management features such as congestion avoidance, traffic shaping, and QoS prioritization
- Supports Virtual SANs (VSANs) and Fibre Channel zoning for increased security and flexibility
Benefits:
- High-performance Fibre Channel connectivity: The N6004X-M20UP module provides up to 320 Gbps of aggregate Fibre Channel bandwidth, enabling high-performance storage connectivity for mission-critical applications.
- Flexible deployment options: The module supports both FCF and FCoE NPV modes, giving customers flexibility to choose the best deployment option for their specific environment.
- Advanced traffic management: The module offers advanced traffic management features to help ensure that mission-critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth and are not impacted by congestion or other network issues.
- Security and flexibility: The module supports VSANs and Fibre Channel zoning, which provide increased security and flexibility in large-scale storage environments.
- Easy to install and manage: The module is easy to install and manage using Cisco Nexus Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) or the Cisco Command Line Interface (CLI), and it is fully compatible with Cisco’s unified fabric architecture, which simplifies network management and reduces operational costs.
Supported Fibre Channel Protocols and Standards
The N6004X-M20UP Cisco Unified Fibre Channel Plug-in module supports the following Fibre Channel protocols and standards:
Protocols:
- FC-PI-4 (Fibre Channel Physical and Signaling Interface 4)
- FC-AL-2 (Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop 2)
- FC-FS-2 (Fibre Channel Framing and Signaling 2)
- FC-FLA (Fibre Channel Fabric Loop Attachment)
- FC-GS-4 (Fibre Channel Generic Services 4)
- FC-SW-4 (Fibre Channel Switching 4)
Standards:
- Fibre Channel Class 2 and Class 3
- Fibre Channel Forward Error Correction (FEC)
- Fibre Channel Link Cable Management (LCM)
- Fibre Channel Enhanced Transmission Selection (ETS)
- Fibre Channel PortChannel
- Fibre Channel Quality of Service (QoS)
- Fibre Channel Security Protocols (FC-SP)
- Fibre Channel Login Authentication (FLOGI)
- Fibre Channel Name Server (FNS)
- Fibre Channel Fabric Services (FFS)
It’s important to note that the supported protocols and standards may vary depending on the specific configuration and software version of the N6004X-M20UP module. It’s recommended to consult the Cisco Nexus 6000 Series Switches documentation for more detailed information.
Compatibility with other Cisco Switches and Devices
The N6004X-M20UP Cisco Unified Fibre Channel Plug-in module is compatible with several Cisco switches and devices that support the Cisco Unified Fabric architecture.
Here are some of the Cisco switches and devices that are compatible with the N6004X-M20UP module:
- Cisco Nexus 6004 Switch
- Cisco Nexus 6001 Switch
- Cisco Nexus 5596T Switch
- Cisco Nexus 5596UP Switch
- Cisco Nexus 5548P Switch
- Cisco Nexus 5548UP Switch
- Cisco Nexus 3524 Switch
- Cisco MDS 9148S Multilayer Fabric Switch
- Cisco MDS 9396S Multilayer Fabric Switch
It’s important to note that the compatibility of the N6004X-M20UP module with other Cisco switches and devices may depend on several factors such as the software version and configuration of the switches or devices. It’s recommended to consult the Cisco documentation or contact Cisco technical support for more detailed information on compatibility.
General Information
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number N6004X-M20UP
- Brand Name: Cisco
- Device Type Expansion module
- Form Factor Plug-in module
Networking
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Data Link Protocol GigE, 10 GigE, FCoE, 8Gb Fibre Channel
- Status Indicators Status
Expansions And Connectivity
- Expansion Slots: 20 (total) / 20 (free) x SFP+
Compatibility
- Cisco Nexus 6004, 6004 24 x 40GE Ports/FCoE Bundle, 6004 EF
