Cisco N2K-C2232PP

Overview

The Cisco N2K-C2232PP is a 10 Gigabit Ethernet fabric extender designed to extend the switching fabric of a Cisco Nexus 5000 Series switch directly to the edge of the rack. It features 32 SFP+ downlink ports for server connections and 8 SFP+ uplink ports to connect back to the parent switch, enabling consistent policies, security, and quality of service across the network. This device supports mixed-speed environments, allowing servers running at 100 Megabit, 1 Gigabit, or 10 Gigabit Ethernet to coexist seamlessly.

By acting as a remote line-card, it simplifies management by consolidating control on the parent switch, reducing configuration complexity and speeding up troubleshooting. This fabric extender is well suited for data centers hosting virtualized workloads, high-performance computing clusters, or converged storage networks, especially where space and cabling constraints are important.

Key features

• 32 SFP+ server-facing ports supporting both 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet for flexible storage and network traffic handling
• 8 SFP+ uplink ports providing high-bandwidth 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections to the Cisco Nexus 5000 switch, ensuring efficient data flow
• Unified access for servers operating at 100 Megabit, 1 Gigabit, or 10 Gigabit speeds, allowing gradual migration to higher speeds without disruption
• Functions as a remote I/O extension, creating a single logical system with the parent switch to maintain consistent network policies and security settings
• Centralized management point reduces configuration drift and simplifies network administration
• Compatible with both rack and blade server deployments, fitting well in modern data center environments with tight space and cabling requirements

Key specs

• Server-facing ports: 32 SFP+ supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet and FCoE
• Uplink ports: 8 SFP+ 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Supported speeds: 100 Megabit, 1 Gigabit, and 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Form factor: Fabric extender for Cisco Nexus 5000 Series switches
• Management: Single point via parent switch

Connectivity and compatibility

This fabric extender integrates seamlessly with Cisco Nexus 5000 Series switches, extending their capabilities to the rack edge. The 32 SFP+ ports allow direct connection to servers or storage devices using fiber or copper SFP+ modules, supporting both Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet protocols. The 8 uplink ports connect back to the parent switch with 10 Gigabit Ethernet links, ensuring high throughput and low latency.

It supports a range of server speeds, making it compatible with legacy and modern equipment, which helps data centers transition smoothly to higher network speeds without replacing all hardware at once.

Ideal uses and environments

This model is a strong choice for data centers that require high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity close to servers, such as virtualized environments, HPC clusters, and converged storage networks. It fits well in enterprise server rooms and cloud pods where space is limited and cable management is critical. The centralized management and consistent policy enforcement make it suitable for IT teams aiming to reduce operational complexity and improve network reliability.

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