Title: Cisco N2K-C2248TP-E-1GE Nexus 2000 Series 48-Port Fabric Extender
Part Number: N2K-C2248TP-E-1GE
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Overview:
The Cisco N2K-C2248TP-E-1GE is a versatile and high-performance fabric extender, part of the Nexus 2000 Series, designed to extend the switching capacity of a parent switch in enterprise data centers. With 48 1 Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports and 4 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports, this fabric extender is ideal for delivering cost-effective, scalable, and reliable networking solutions while simplifying management. It is commonly deployed with Nexus 5000, 6000, and 7000 Series switches to create a unified fabric architecture for data centers.
Key Features:
48 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet Downlink Ports: Offers high-density Gigabit Ethernet ports for end-host connectivity.
4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink Ports: Provides high-speed uplink to the parent switch for faster data forwarding and increased bandwidth.
Fabric Extender Architecture: Simplifies the deployment and management of access layer switches by extending the parent switch's control plane.
Cost-Effective: Reduces capital expenditure by extending existing switch infrastructure rather than requiring standalone devices for each connection.
Compact Form Factor: Space-saving 1RU design suitable for high-density deployments.
Energy Efficient: Designed with energy-saving features to minimize power consumption.
Applications:
Data Centers: Ideal for extending the switching fabric in modern data centers, providing scalable and flexible connectivity options for servers and storage devices.
Enterprise Networks: Supports a broad range of network deployments, including server farms and cloud-based applications requiring high-speed connectivity.
High-Density Environments: Suitable for high-density environments needing scalable access layer expansion with simplified management.
Specifications:
Ports: 48 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports, 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports
Switching Architecture: Fabric extender for Nexus 5000, 6000, and 7000 Series switches
Forwarding Capacity: Dependent on the parent switch's capabilities
VLAN Support: Up to 4096 VLANs
Dimensions: 1RU form factor
Power Consumption: Energy-efficient design for reduced operational costs
Why Choose Cisco N2K-C2248TP-E-1GE:
Scalable Fabric Extender: Seamlessly extends the switching fabric of Nexus parent switches, enabling easy growth without adding complexity to network management.
High-Density Connectivity: Provides 48 downlink ports, making it ideal for dense environments such as data centers with large numbers of servers or storage devices.
Simplified Management: Offers centralized management and monitoring by integrating with a parent switch's control plane.
Cost-Effective Expansion: Delivers a lower-cost alternative to standalone access layer switches while maintaining robust performance.
Energy Efficient: Designed for low power consumption, supporting energy-efficient networking in large-scale environments.
Upgrade your data center infrastructure with the Cisco N2K-C2248TP-E-1GE fabric extender, offering reliable, scalable, and energy-efficient networking with simplified management for high-density environments.