The Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ Fabric Extender offers robust switching capabilities with 48x SFP+ ports supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet and six QSFP+ uplink ports delivering up to 40 Gbps each. It provides a total bidirectional bandwidth of up to 480 Gbps, ensuring high-speed data transfer across networks.
With hardware forwarding performance rated at an impressive throughput of 1440 Gbps, this extender delivers reliable processing power for various networking needs. Designed as part of the Nexus series, it works effectively within datacenters requiring scalable connectivity options while leveraging existing investments in network switches like the Cisco Nexus platform. Its front-to-back airflow design ensures efficient cooling aligned with standard rack deployments typically seen in enterprise setups or large-scale server configurations.
Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ : Cisco Nexus 2348UPQ 10GE Fabric Extender, 2PS, 3 Fan Module, 48x1/10GE (req SFP/SFP+) + 6x40G QSFP+(req QSFP+), Front-to-Back Airflow (Port Side Intake).