Description
Product Overview of the Cisco 2348UPQ Fabric Extender
The Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ is a high-performance fabric extender designed to enhance networking capabilities within data center environments. Part of the Nexus 2348UPQ Series, this extender offers a throughput of 240 Gigabytes Per Second (GBPS) and supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections, providing seamless integration and expanded connectivity options for networking infrastructures.
Understanding Fabric Extenders and Their Functions
Fabric extenders are devices used to extend the fabric of a network, allowing for the expansion of connectivity without compromising performance. They provide additional ports and connectivity options while maintaining compatibility and seamless integration with existing network infrastructure.
Features of Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ Nexus 2348UPQ Fabric ExtenderA throughput of 240 GBPS
The fabric extender offers a high throughput of 240 GBPS, ensuring efficient data transfer within the network.
10 Gigabit Ethernet Support
Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections, allowing for high-speed data transmission and connectivity.
Hot Swappable
The hot-swappable design allows for component replacement without the need to power down the entire system, ensuring continuous operation.
Importance of Fabric Extenders in Networking Environments
Fabric extenders offer several advantages in networking environments:
Expanded Connectivity
Fabric extenders expand the number of ports available in a network, allowing for increased connectivity and device integration.
Scalability
They provide scalability to the network, allowing for easy expansion to accommodate growing business needs.
Flexibility in Deployment
Fabric extenders offer flexibility in deployment, allowing for efficient utilization of resources and adaptability to various network setups.
Benefits of Using Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ Nexus 2348UPQ Fabric ExtenderHigh Throughput
The 240 GBPS throughput ensures high-speed and efficient data transfer across the network.
Enhanced Connectivity Options
Support for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections provides ample high-speed connectivity options for network devices.
Hot Swappable Design
The hot-swappable feature allows for easy and quick component replacement without disrupting network operations.
Use Cases for Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ Nexus 2348UPQ Fabric ExtenderData Centers
Ideal for data center environments requiring expanded connectivity options and high-throughput performance.
Enterprise Networks
Suitable for enterprise-level networking setups needing scalability and increased connectivity.
Virtualized Environments
Useful for virtualized environments where high-performance networking and scalability are crucial.
More Information on this Item
The Cisco Nexus 2348UPQ Fabric Extender (N2K-C2348UPQ) is a network device that extends the capabilities of a Cisco Nexus switch by providing additional ports and line-rate, low-latency fabric connectivity. It connects to a parent Nexus switch via a 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink and provides 48 additional 10 Gigabit Ethernet or FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet) ports for server connectivity. The Fabric Extender acts as an extension of the parent Nexus switch, allowing for simplified management and deployment of the network infrastructure. It also supports advanced features such as Quality of Service (QoS) and security features. This device is ideal for use in data center environments where high-density server connectivity and low-latency are required.
Performance and Reliability
The Cisco Nexus 2348UPQ Fabric Extender (FEX) is a high-performance, highly reliable device that provides a flexible and scalable solution for connecting servers and other network devices to a Cisco Nexus switch. It has 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40G) ports, which can be used for both data and storage traffic. It also has a number of features that help to ensure high availability and performance, such as hitless failover, redundant power supplies, and a non-blocking architecture. The N2K-C2348UPQ also has a feature called Fabric Extender Technology (FET) that allows it to be managed as an extension of the parent switch, simplifying the overall network design and management.
Compliant Standards
The Cisco Nexus 2348UPQ Fabric Extender is compliant with a number of industry standards that ensure interoperability and compliance with regulations. Some of the key standards that the model is compliant with include:
- IEEE 802.3: This standard defines the specifications for Ethernet, including the physical layer and data link layer. The model supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet, which is defined by the IEEE 802.3ae standard.
- Fibre Channel (FC): This standard defines the specifications for Fibre Channel (FC) networks, including the physical layer and data link layer. The model supports Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), which is defined by the Fibre Channel Industry Association (FCIA).
- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE): This standard defines the specifications for reducing power consumption in Ethernet networks. The model supports EEE, which can help reduce power consumption and costs.
- Data Center Bridging (DCB): This standard defines the specifications for providing enhanced traffic management and reliability in data center networks. The N2K-C2348UPQ supports DCB, which can help improve the performance and reliability of data center networks.
- Quality of Service (QoS): This standard defines the specifications for providing different levels of service for different types of network traffic. The model supports QoS, which can help ensure that mission-critical applications receive the bandwidth and low latency they need.
- IEEE 802.1Q: This standard defines the specifications for Virtual LANs (VLANs), which are used to segment a single physical LAN into multiple logical LANs. The model supports VLAN tagging, which allows for the creation and management of multiple VLANs.
General Information about this Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ
- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Model Number or SKU#: N2K-C2348UPQ
- Product Line: Nexus
- Product Series: 2348UPQ
- Product Type: Fabric Extender
Performance of Fabric Extender
- Forwarding performance: 240 Gbps
- Forwarding performance (full duplex): 480 Gbps
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Data Link Protocol: 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), 40 Gigabit Ethernet
- Status Indicators: Power, Port status, System
Power Device of 240Gbps Fabric Extender
- Nominal Voltage: AC 120/230 V
- Frequency Required: 50/60 hertz
Features
- Auto-negotiation
- VLAN support
- Syslog support
- Weighted Round Robin (WRR) queuing
- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) support
- Access Control List (ACL) support
- Quality of Service (QoS)
- Jumbo Frames support
- Data Center Bridging (DCB)
- Management Information Base (MIB)
- Class of Service (CoS)
- Tagged VLAN
- Redundant fans (3 fans)
- Virtual PortChannel (vPC) technology
- Hot-swappable power supply
- FCoE support
- In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU)
Compliant Standards
- AS/NZS 60950-1
- AS/NZS CISPR22:2006 Class A
- CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1
- CISPR 22 Class A
- Directive 2004/108/EC
- Directive 2006/95/EC
- EN 300386
- EN 60950-1
- EN 61000-3-2
- EN 61000-3-3
- EN 61000-6-1
- EN50082-1
- EN55022 Class A
- EN55024
- FCC CFR47 Part 15
- GB 4943
- ICES-003 Class A
- IEC 60950-1
- KN22 Class A
- NEBS level 3
- RoHS 6/6
- UL 60950-1
- VCCI Class A
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature: 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature: 131 °F
- Humidity Range Operating: 5 – 95% (non-condensing)
In summary, the Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ Nexus 2348UPQ Fabric Extender, featuring a throughput of 240 GBPS, support for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections, and hot-swappable design, stands as a high-performance solution for networking needs. Its high throughput, enhanced connectivity options, and hot-swappable capability make it suitable for various applications, including data centers, enterprise networks, and virtualized environments. Cisco’s commitment to reliable and scalable networking solutions positions the Nexus 2348UPQ fabric extender as a valuable component for efficient and expanded network infrastructures.
