Name: N5K-C5648Q Cisco 24-Port 40GbE Layer 3 Rack-Mount Switch 26x QSFP+ Slots
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N5K-C5648Q
Price: 949.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco 5648Q is a robust Layer 3 switch designed to provide high-capacity 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in a 2U rack-mount format. It fits well in data center environments where scalable and manageable high-speed switching is required, supporting both core and aggregation network layers.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N5K-C5648Q
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	40Gbps
UpLink Ports	26
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1920 Gbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4096
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	32000

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,SSH,Telnet,Web-based (HTTP/HTTPS),SNMP
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACL),802.1X Port Authentication,SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+,Port Security
Management Type	Command Line Interface (CLI), Web-based GUI, SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,BGP,VRRP,HSRP,IGMP,PIM-SM

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The Cisco 5648Q switch is built for high-performance networking environments requiring fast and reliable data transfer. Often found in data centers, it handles heavy traffic loads with its 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports and supports multiple expansion slots for versatile connectivity. Commonly used by network administrators and IT professionals, this switch offers advanced management features to optimize network flow and maintain stability. Its Layer 3 functionality allows it to perform routing tasks alongside traditional switching, making it suitable for complex network topologies. Key Features High-density 24 ports supporting 40 Gigabit Ethernet for bandwidth-intensive applications 26 QSFP+ slots for flexible uplink and expansion options Layer 3 routing capabilities for efficient network traffic management 2U rack-mount design that fits standard server racks in data centers Comprehensive management tools to configure and monitor network performance This switch is typically deployed in enterprise data centers or service provider networks where speed and reliability are critical. Its role is to facilitate fast interconnects between servers, storage systems, and other network devices, helping maintain smooth data flows and minimize bottlenecks.

Use Cases
The Cisco 5648Q switch is primarily deployed in data center environments where high-throughput and low-latency 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity is critical. It is tailored for enterprise IT teams and network architects managing core and aggregation layers requiring scalable, manageable, and resilient switching infrastructure. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in large-scale data centers to support virtualization and cloud workloads demanding high bandwidth. Providing backbone connectivity in campus networks with dense rack deployments requiring 40GbE uplinks. Serving as a core switch in enterprise environments that manage heavy east-west traffic among storage clusters and compute nodes. Enabling scalable multi-tenant environments in service provider data centers through Layer 3 routing capabilities. Supporting high-performance edge computing setups where low latency and robust layer 3 management are essential. By integrating high-density 40GbE ports and advanced Layer 3 features, this switch enhances operational efficiency and scalability. It supports complex network topologies where performance and manageability must align with growing data center demands.