Name: N55-M16UP Cisco Nexus 5500 16-Port 10GE FCoE Unified Module
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N55-M16UP
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 5500 16-Port 10GE FCoE Unified Module provides 16 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports with Fibre Channel over Ethernet support, enabling unified network and storage traffic. Designed for Cisco Nexus 5500 series switches, it facilitates data center network convergence and simplifies infrastructure management.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N55-M16UP

Technical Information
Ports	16
Compatibility	Cisco Nexus 5500 Series
Data Transfer Rate	10 Gbps
Connector Type	SFP+

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The Cisco Nexus 5500 16-Port 10GE FCoE Unified Module (N55-M16UP) is designed to provide high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) capabilities. This module is built specifically for integration with Cisco Nexus 5500 series switches, enabling unified storage and data networking on a single platform. IT professionals managing data center environments use this module to consolidate network and storage traffic, reducing complexity and cabling infrastructure. It is suited for environments requiring a combination of Ethernet and Fibre Channel connectivity, such as enterprise data centers and cloud infrastructures. Key Features 16 high-performance 10GE ports supporting FCoE protocols Compatibility with Cisco Nexus 5500 series chassis Facilitates unified LAN and SAN traffic on a single module Designed for data center network consolidation Supports Cisco’s Nexus operating environment for streamlined management This unified module plays a critical role in simplifying data center architectures by converging Ethernet and storage traffic. It allows network administrators to optimize port density and reduce complexity while maintaining separation of traffic types within a single switch platform.

Use Cases
The N55-M16UP module is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers where consolidation of LAN and SAN traffic is required. It suits environments running unified fabric architectures and supports administrators managing both Ethernet and Fibre Channel traffic in a single switch platform. How It's Used: Connecting servers and storage systems over 10GE and FCoE in data centers Deploying unified networks to reduce cabling and switch count Integrating Fibre Channel storage traffic with Ethernet networks Supporting virtualized workloads requiring converged networking Enhancing data center infrastructure within Cisco Nexus 5500 switch chassis Facilitating migration from separate LAN and SAN fabrics to unified fabrics Overall, this module assists in streamlining data center topologies by enabling a unified fabric approach. It supports operational efficiency for IT teams managing both network and storage traffic through a consolidated switch interface.

FAQ's
What switches support the N55-M16UP module? The N55-M16UP is designed exclusively for Cisco Nexus 5500 series switches, ensuring compatibility and optimized integration within these chassis. What does FCoE mean in this module? FCoE stands for Fibre Channel over Ethernet, a protocol that encapsulates Fibre Channel frames within Ethernet packets, enabling converged LAN and SAN traffic over a single network. How many 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports does this module provide? This module provides 16 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet designed for both data and storage traffic transmission. Is the N55-M16UP suitable for data center consolidation? Yes, the module facilitates data center network consolidation by enabling unified Ethernet and Fibre Channel traffic over one switch platform. Does it support both LAN and SAN traffic simultaneously? The module supports unified LAN and SAN traffic using FCoE protocols, allowing simultaneous handling on the same ports. What operating environment manages this module? It operates within Cisco's Nexus switch software environment, supporting streamlined management of network and storage traffic.

N55-M16UP Cisco Nexus 5500 16-Port 10GE FCoE Unified Module

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