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Overview
Specs
Part Number and Manufacturer | Cisco N2K-C2232TM-10GE |
Port Type | 10GBASE-T |
Power Supply Units | 2 |
Fan Quantity | 1 |
Power Supply Category | AC |
Air Circulation Type | Standard |
Direction of Exhaust | Port Side |
Host Interface Count for Fabric Extender | 32 |
Host Interface for Fabric Extender | 100M, 1/10GBASE-T Ports: RJ-45 |
Power Consumption Range | 280 to 350 W |
Maximum Distance to Cisco Nexus 5000 or 6000 Series | Up to 10 km |
Fabric Transmission Rate | 80 Gbps Bidirectional |
Rate of Oversubscription | 4:1 |
Forwarding Rate | 800 Gbps or 595 Mpps |
Compatible Cisco Parent Switch Models | Cisco Nexus 5500, 6000, 7000, 9000 Series |
Supported Software | Cisco NX-OS Release starting from 5.0(3)N2(1) for Nexus 5000, 6.0+ for Nexus 6000, 6.1(1) for Nexus 7000, and 6.1 for Nexus 9000 |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.72 x 17.3 x 17.7 inches |
Unit Weight | 18.5 pounds |
Diagnostic Indicators | System, Port, Locator LED, Fan, Power Status |
Operational Temperature Range | 0 to 40 °C |
Storage Temperature Range | -20 to 70 °C |
Humidity Range in Operation | 5% to 95% |
Maximum Elevation for Operation | 0 to 10,000 feet |
N2K-C2232TM-10GE
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Product Description
The N2K-C2232TM-10GE Cisco features 32 Fabric Extender Host Interfaces with a type of 100M, 1/10GBASE-T ports: RJ‑45 connectors, supporting distances up to 10 km between the extender and Cisco Nexus 5000 or 6000 Series Switches. It operates with a power input range of 280 to 350 W, equipped with 2 AC power supplies and 1 fan for standard airflow, ensuring efficient cooling. Designed for high-performance networking, it offers hardware forwarding at 800 Gbps or 595 Mpps, with a fabric speed of 80 Gbps in each direction and an oversubscription rate of 4:1.Key Feature for the N2K-C2232TM-10GE
- What types of ports does the device support for Fabric Extender Host Interface?
The device supports 100M, 1/10GBASE-T ports with RJ‑45 connectors. - How many power supplies are included with the part?
There are 2 power supplies included. - What is the maximum distance between the Fabric Extender and Cisco Nexus 5000 or 6000 Series Switch?
The maximum distance is up to 10 km. - What is the input power range for this device?
The input power range is 280 to 350 W. - How many fans are equipped in the device?
The device is equipped with 1 fan. - What Cisco parent switches is this Fabric Extender compatible with?
It is compatible with Cisco Nexus 5500, 6000, 7000, and 9000 Series. - What is the airflow direction in this device?
The airflow direction is standard, with the exhaust port on the side. - What is the fabric speed of the Fabric Extender?
The fabric speed is 80 Gbps in each direction. - What are the operating temperature limits of this device?
The operating temperature ranges from 0 °C to 40 °C. - What software versions are supported by this Fabric Extender?
Supported software includes Cisco NX-OS Software Release 5.0(3)N2(1) for the Cisco Nexus 5000 Series, Release 6.0 and later for the Cisco Nexus 6000 Series, NX-OS Release 6.1(1) for the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series, and NX-OS Software Release 6.1 for the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series.
Product Review
The Cisco N2K-C2232TM-10GE excels in connectivity options, offering 32 Fabric Extender Host Interfaces with 10GBASE-T ports, ensuring high-speed data transfer and scalability within network infrastructures. However, its performance is limited by a 4:1 oversubscription rate, potentially impacting data throughput in high-demand environments. Additionally, the single fan design raises concerns about cooling efficiency and redundancy, critical factors in maintaining operational stability in dense network setups.
Overview
Specifications
Part Number and Manufacturer | Cisco N2K-C2232TM-10GE |
Port Type | 10GBASE-T |
Power Supply Units | 2 |
Fan Quantity | 1 |
Power Supply Category | AC |
Air Circulation Type | Standard |
Direction of Exhaust | Port Side |
Host Interface Count for Fabric Extender | 32 |
Host Interface for Fabric Extender | 100M, 1/10GBASE-T Ports: RJ-45 |
Power Consumption Range | 280 to 350 W |
Maximum Distance to Cisco Nexus 5000 or 6000 Series | Up to 10 km |
Fabric Transmission Rate | 80 Gbps Bidirectional |
Rate of Oversubscription | 4:1 |
Forwarding Rate | 800 Gbps or 595 Mpps |
Compatible Cisco Parent Switch Models | Cisco Nexus 5500, 6000, 7000, 9000 Series |
Supported Software | Cisco NX-OS Release starting from 5.0(3)N2(1) for Nexus 5000, 6.0+ for Nexus 6000, 6.1(1) for Nexus 7000, and 6.1 for Nexus 9000 |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.72 x 17.3 x 17.7 inches |
Unit Weight | 18.5 pounds |
Diagnostic Indicators | System, Port, Locator LED, Fan, Power Status |
Operational Temperature Range | 0 to 40 °C |
Storage Temperature Range | -20 to 70 °C |
Humidity Range in Operation | 5% to 95% |
Maximum Elevation for Operation | 0 to 10,000 feet |