Cisco N2K-C2348TQ-10GE Nexus 2348TQ 10G BASE T Fabric Extender, 2PS, 3 Fan Module, 48x100M/1/10GT (RJ45) + 6x40G QSFP+(req QSFP+), choice of airflow and power supply

Features

• Fabric Extender with high-density 10G BASE-T support
• 48x 100M/1G/10G BASE-T (RJ45) ports
• 6x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports (requires QSFP+ modules)
• Flexible airflow and power supply options
• Includes 2 power supplies for redundancy
• Comes with 3 fan modules for efficient cooling
• Optimized for data center environments
• Seamless integration with Cisco Nexus switches

Technical Specifications

• Model: Cisco N2K-C2348TQ-10GE
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.72 x 17.3 x 18.5 inches (4.39 x 43.94 x 46.99 cm)
• Weight: Approximately 16 pounds (7.26 kg)
• Port Configuration:
  • 48x 100M/1G/10G BASE-T (RJ45)
  • 6x 40G QSFP+
• Power Supply: Dual (2) power supplies
• Cooling: 3 hot-swappable fan modules
• Airflow Options: Port-side intake and exhaust available
• Performance: Line-rate, non-blocking fabric
• Forwarding Capacity: Up to 1.44 Tbps
• MAC Address Table: 32,000 entries
• VLAN IDs: 4096 VLANs
• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 9216 bytes
• Operating Temperature: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
• Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
• System Memory: 2 GB
• Flash Memory: 2 GB

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco N2K-C2348TQ-10GE Nexus 2348TQ?

  The Cisco N2K-C2348TQ-10GE Nexus 2348TQ is a Fabric Extender that offers connectivity for up to 48 x 100M/1/10G BASE-T (RJ45) ports and 6 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports. It includes two power supplies and three fan modules, with a choice of airflow directions.

• What are the main features of the Cisco Nexus 2348TQ?

  Main features include support for 48 Ethernet ports with 100M/1/10G BASE-T capability, 6 40G QSFP+ uplinks, dual power supply units, three hot-swappable fan modules, and selectable front-to-back or back-to-front airflow.

• What does the term "Fabric Extender" mean in the context of the Cisco Nexus 2348TQ?

  A Fabric Extender, or FEX, simplifies network management by consolidating multiple network device connections into a single upstream switch, enabling a uniform, scalable, and consistent network environment.

• What are the advantages of using the Cisco Nexus 2348TQ Fabric Extender?

  The advantages include simplified cabling, reduced management overhead, flexible deployment options, and scalable architecture that enables a consistent operational model across the network.

• How do the power supplies and fan modules work in the Cisco Nexus 2348TQ?

  The Cisco Nexus 2348TQ includes two power supplies for redundant power, enhancing reliability. The three fan modules provide cooling, with hot-swappable capability to ensure continuous operation during maintenance or replacement.

• Can the airflow direction of the Nexus 2348TQ be customized?

  Yes, the Cisco Nexus 2348TQ allows for a choice of airflow directions (front-to-back or back-to-front) to align with specific data center cooling requirements.

• What types of environments and applications is the Cisco Nexus 2348TQ suitable for?

  This Fabric Extender is suitable for data centers, enterprise networks, and high-performance computing environments, where it helps to achieve high-density connectivity and simplified network management.

• Do I need any specific transceivers for the 40G QSFP+ ports on Cisco Nexus 2348TQ?

  Yes, specific QSFP+ transceivers are required for the 40G QSFP+ ports to function. These transceivers must be compatible with Cisco Nexus 2348TQ.

• What is the port configuration for the Cisco Nexus 2348TQ?

  The port configuration includes 48 ports supporting 100M/1G/10G BASE-T (RJ45) connectivity and 6 uplink ports supporting 40G QSFP+.

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