N2K-C2232PP-10GE Overview
The Cisco Nexus 2232PP-10GE is a 10 Gigabit Ethernet fabric extender designed for high performance data centers. It features 32 x 1/10GbE host ports and 8 x 10GbE fabric interfaces to a parent Cisco Nexus switch. The Cisco N2K-C2232PP-10GE provides high density 10GbE server connectivity with unified fabric capabilities.
The Cisco Nexus 2000 platform enables a flexible unified server access architecture. The Cisco N2K-C2232PP-10GE fabric extender enhances scalability, eases operations, and reduces TCO. It brings unified fabric to the server access layer, supporting FCoE, DCB and lossless Ethernet. The platform simplifies migration from 1GbE to 10GbE environments.
Key Features
- 32 x 1/10GbE host ports (SFP+/Twinax)
- 8 x 10GbE fabric interfaces (SFP+)
- 80Gbps per fabric interface, 160Gbps total fabric bandwidth
- 4:1 oversubscription ratio
- 800Gbps forwarding rate
- Unified fabric capabilities including FCoE and DCB
- Works with Nexus 5000/6000/7000/9000
- Requires NX-OS 4.2 or later
- 1RU compact form factor
- Redundant power supplies and fans
- 210W max power draw
Quick Specification
Feature | Description |
---|---|
Host Interfaces | 32 x 1/10GBASE-SFP+ ports |
Fabric Interfaces | 8 x 10GBASE-SR/LR SFP+ |
Switch Compatibility | Nexus 5000, 6000, 7000, 9000 |
Software Required | NX-OS 4.2+ |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 17.7 in |
Weight | 18.3 lb fully loaded |
Use Cases
- High density 10GbE server connectivity
- LAN/SAN convergence for unified fabrics
- Big data, HPC, cloud and virtualized environments
- Seamless migration from 1GbE to 10GbE
- Low latency and lossless Ethernet
Recommended Elements for N2K-C2232PP-10GE
Component | Part Number |
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Chassis | N2K-C2232PP-10GE |
Power Supply | N2200-PAC-400W |
Fan Module | N2K-C2232-FAN |
Comparison to Similar Products
Feature | Nexus 2232PP-10GE | Nexus 2248TP-1GE | Nexus 2248PQ-10GE |
---|---|---|---|
Host Ports | 32 x 10GbE | 48 x 1GbE | 48 x 10GbE |
Fabric Ports | 8 x 10GbE | 4 x 10GbE | 4 x 40GbE |
Oversub Ratio | 4:1 | 1.2:1 | 3:1 |
Forwarding Rate | 800Gbps | 176Gbps | 1280Gbps |
Unified Fabric | Yes | No | Yes |
Form Factor | 1RU | 1RU | 1RU |
N2K-C2232PP-10GE Full Specifications
Specification | Description |
---|---|
Interfaces | 32 x 1/10GBASE-SFP+ host ports, 8 x 10GBASE-SR/LR fabric ports |
Bandwidth | 160Gbps fabric bandwidth |
Oversub Ratio | 4:1 |
Forwarding Rate | 800Gbps, 595Mpps |
Unified Fabric | FCoE, DCB, lossless Ethernet |
Compatibility | Nexus 5000/6000/7000/9000 |
Software | NX-OS 4.2+ |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 17.7 in |
Weight | 18.3 lb fully loaded |
Power | 210W max, 2.5A max at 110V AC |
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