Name: N56-M24UP2Q Cisco 24x10GbE SFP+ 2x40GbE QSFP+ Expansion Module for Nexus 56128P
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N56-M24UP2Q
Price: 294.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The N56-M24UP2Q module enhances the Nexus 56128P switch by providing additional 24 10GbE and 2 40GbE ports, fitting into environments that demand higher data rates and port density. It supports fiber optic connectivity and integrates smoothly to expand network capabilities without adding complexity.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N56-M24UP2Q

Technical Information
Ports	24 x 10GbE SFP+,2 x 40GbE QSFP+
Compatibility	Cisco Nexus 56128P Switch
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This expansion module adds 24 10GbE SFP+ ports along with 2 40GbE QSFP+ ports to the Cisco Nexus 56128P switch, enhancing its capacity for data center connectivity. It is built to handle demanding network environments where high throughput and low latency are critical. Often found in enterprise data centers and network aggregation points, this module is designed for network administrators and engineers who require scalable and reliable Ethernet expansion options. Key Features Offers a mix of 10GbE and 40GbE ports to accommodate diverse link requirements Integrates seamlessly with Nexus 56128P for effortless scalability Optimized for fiber optic connections to extend reach and performance Delivers high bandwidth to support virtualization and cloud workloads Supports advanced Cisco networking protocols for robust traffic management This module is typically deployed in data centers to increase port density and uplink capacity without replacing existing switches. Its capability to manage both 10GbE and 40GbE links makes it flexible for evolving network architectures. Users benefit from increased throughput and simplified network expansion.

Use Cases
The Cisco N56-M24UP2Q module is typically deployed in high-density networking environments where expanding 10GbE and 40GbE port capacity is critical. It serves enterprises and data centers that require scalable uplink aggregation and fiber optic connectivity to support virtualization, cloud services, and storage traffic. How It's Used: Enhancing campus core networks in large enterprises by increasing 10GbE access ports and providing 40GbE uplinks for backbone traffic. Expanding port density in hyper-scale data centers to support high-throughput server and storage cluster connections. Integrating with virtualized network environments to handle increased east-west traffic within rack deployments. Facilitating edge computing setups that demand flexible fiber optic connectivity and high bandwidth aggregation. Supporting service provider aggregation layers requiring multi-gigabit uplinks and fiber-based network expansion. This expansion module enables network architects to scale port capacity and bandwidth efficiently within existing Nexus 56128P infrastructures, maintaining operational consistency while accommodating evolving performance requirements.

N56-M24UP2Q Cisco 24x10GbE SFP+ 2x40GbE QSFP+ Expansion Module for Nexus 56128P

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