Description
Advanced Network Management Features
The N7K-C7009 Cisco Nexus 7000 Series 9 Slots Switch Chassis provides advanced network management features to enhance network visibility, automation, and control. It includes:
- Nexus NX-OS Operating System: This OS provides a comprehensive and scalable network management solution with advanced features like stateful fault management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and Python scripting capabilities.
- Cisco Prime Network Services Controller (NSC): This is a centralized management solution that helps administrators manage, monitor, and troubleshoot their network more efficiently.
- Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM): This is a comprehensive network management solution for the data center that provides end-to-end visibility, automation, and control of the network.
- Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI): This is a software-defined networking (SDN) solution that automates network policy and network infrastructure services to provide efficient and secure network operations.
- Embedded Event Manager (EEM): This is a powerful automation tool that enables administrators to automate various tasks and respond to network events in real-time.
- Cisco Works: This is a comprehensive network management solution that helps administrators manage, monitor, and troubleshoot their network more efficiently.
- Embedded Syslog Server: This provides centralized logging capabilities, enabling administrators to quickly search, filter, and view logs to troubleshoot network issues.
These advanced network management features help administrators manage their network more efficiently, reduce downtime, and ensure secure and reliable network operations.
Remote Management Protocol
The Cisco Nexus 7000 Series 9 Slots Switch Chassis (N7K-C7009) supports multiple remote management protocols, allowing you to monitor and manage the switch from a remote location. Some of the remote management protocols supported by the switch include:
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP): The switch supports multiple versions of SNMP, including SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, and SNMPv3, which allow you to monitor and manage the switch using network management software.
- Telnet: The switch supports Telnet, a remote login protocol that allows you to access the switch’s command-line interface (CLI) from a remote location.
- Secure Shell (SSH): The switch supports SSH, a secure remote login protocol that provides encrypted communication between the switch and a remote management host.
- Web-based Management: The switch supports a web-based graphical user interface (GUI), which allows you to manage the switch using a web browser.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
The N7K-C7009 Cisco Nexus 7000 Series 9 Slots Switch Chassis has several features that aid in troubleshooting and maintenance. These include:
- In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU): This allows for a seamless upgrade of the system software without disrupting the network.
- Show Commands: The N7K-C7009 provides several show commands to display detailed information about the switch, including the status of interfaces, routing protocols, and system processes.
- Syslog: This feature allows administrators to log system events and messages for later analysis and troubleshooting.
- SNMP: Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) can be used to monitor the status of the switch and receive alerts in case of any issues.
- Error Displays: The switch has LED indicators that can be used to quickly identify the source of an error or problem.
- Logical Configuration: The switch allows administrators to create logical configurations, which can be used to isolate problems and resolve issues more quickly.
- Core Dumps: If the switch encounters a problem, it can generate a core dump that can be analyzed to determine the cause of the issue.
General Information
- Manufacturer Name: Cisco
- MPN: N7K-C7009
- Product Line: Nexus
- Product Series: 7000
- Product Model: 7009
- Product Name: Nexus 7009 Switch Chassis
- Product Type: Switch Chassis
Interfaces / Ports
- Stack Port: Yes
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots: 9
- Expansion Slot Type: Supervisor Engine
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported: 2
Management & Protocols
- Manageable: Yes
Power Description
- PoE (RJ-45) Port No
- Input Voltage 110 V AC
- Input Voltage 220 V AC
Miscellaneous
- Package Contents Nexus 7009 Switch Chassis
- Fans
- Green Compliant: Yes
- Green Compliance Certificate/Authority RoHS-5
Dimensions & Weight
- Compatible Rack Unit: 14U
- Form Factor: Rack-mountable
- Width: 17.3 Inch
- Depth: 24 Inch
- Height: 24.5 Inch
- Weight (Approximate): 100 Lbs





