Overview
The Cisco N7K-FCOEF248XP FCoE license enables Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) capabilities on the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series switches using the N7K-F248XP-25E I/O module. It allows organizations to build converged networks and deploy FCoE in modular platforms across the data center.
With the FCoE license installed, the Cisco N7K-FCOEF248XP switch can function as a Fibre Channel Forwarder (FCF) to provide native Fibre Channel and Ethernet hosts unified access to Fibre Channel and Ethernet storage using FCoE. This convergence helps reduce infrastructure and operational costs.
Activation
The Cisco N7K-FCOEF248XP is a software license that activates FCoE features on the N7K-F248XP-25E I/O module. It needs to be installed on the switch and bound to the module’s ports before FCoE capabilities are enabled.
Key Features Unlocked
- Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) initialization protocol
- FCoE forwarding
- Virtual Fibre Channel interfaces (VFCs)
- Virtual expansion port (VE_Port) for inter-switch links
- Virtual N_Port virtualization (VNP)
- Integrated network management with Data Center Network Manager
Licensing Details
- Enables FCoE on 48 ports of the N7K-F248XP-25E module
- Per-port licensing model
- Order one license for each enabled port
Specifications
Feature | Description |
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Compatibility | Cisco Nexus 7000 Series switches with N7K-F248XP-25E module |
License Term | Perpetual |
Service Types | Base licenses: Port activation Add-on licenses: Port upgrade and expansion |
Supported Products
Product | Description |
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Cisco Nexus 7000 Series | Modular data center class switches |
N7K-F248XP-25E | 48-port 10GBASE-R Fiber Module |
Ordering Information
- Product Name: N7K-FCOEF248XP
- Order through Cisco Commerce Workspace or Cisco Partners
Summary
The N7K-FCOEF248XP FCoE license enables Fibre Channel over Ethernet capabilities on the N7K-F248XP-25E 10GBASE-R I/O module for Cisco Nexus 7000 Series switches. It allows organizations to build converged SAN and LAN networks on a unified Nexus switching fabric.
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