Nexus 5600 modules and Fabric Extender selection

Check connector, platform and module support before substituting legacy data-center parts.

Information to collect

Check connector, platform and module support before substituting legacy data-center parts.

Provide the current host PID, software version, required interfaces and installation constraints before choosing replacements.

Selection checks

• N5696-M4C uses CXP; it is not a QSFP28 port module. Equal aggregate rates do not establish a compatible plug or electrical interface.
• N5696-M12Q support depends on the intended Nexus host. Check the installation guide and software for the exact combination.
• N2K-C2232TM-E is a Fabric Extender, not an independent stand-alone switch. Maximum chassis port counts may depend on optional modules.

Before deployment

• Compare port and connector types physically and in the support documentation.
• Verify module and FEX recognition by the parent switch.
• Test the replacement under the required traffic and failure conditions.

Preparing a quotation request

Include the exact part numbers, quantities, required condition, included accessories and software entitlements. Identify the target equipment and any unresolved interface or configuration item. A product association is not a validated combination.

Related products

Topic associations; verify the complete configuration before ordering.

• Cisco N5K-C5696Q Modular 40G Data Center Switch
• Cisco N2K-C2232TM-E 32-Port 10GBASE-T Fabric Extender
• Cisco N5696-M12Q 12-Port 40G Line Card
• Cisco N5696-M4C 4-Port 100G CXP Line Card
• Cisco N5K-C5624Q 12-Port Base / 24-Port Expandable 40G Switch
• Cisco N5K-C5648Q 24-Port Base / 48-Port Expandable 40G Switch
• Cisco N5K-C5672UP-RF 48-Port 10G Unified-Port Switch with Six 40G Ports
• Cisco N3K-C3172TQ-XL-RF 48-Port 10GBASE-T Switch with Six 40G Ports

Sources

• Nexus 2000 Fabric Extender — official reference
• Nexus 5600 — official reference
• Cisco BGP EVPN in the Datacenter — official reference
• Nexus 5600 40G — official reference
• Nexus 2000 — official reference
• Nexus 5600 10G — official reference
• Nexus 3172PQ/TQ XL — official reference
• Nexus 3172TQ-XL / — official reference