Name: N7K-M206FQ-23L Cisco Nexus 7000 M2-Series 6 x Ports 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Module with XL Option
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N7K-M206FQ-23L
Price: 499.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 7000 M2-Series 6 x Ports 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Module provides a straightforward way to enhance the capacity of Nexus 7000 switches. It fits into existing M2 chassis slots and offers high-speed 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, making it suitable for data centers and enterprise core networks aiming to boost bandwidth without major infrastructure changes.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N7K-M206FQ-23L
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	6
Number of Ports	6-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+
Port Speed	40Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACLs),802.1X,Port Security
Management Type	Command Line Interface (CLI) - Cisco NX-OS
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,SNMP
Routing Protocol	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, cULus

Product Description
The Cisco Nexus 7000 M2-Series 6 x Ports 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Module adds significant bandwidth capacity to existing Nexus 7000 chassis. Often found in data centers, it enhances network throughput and supports demanding enterprise applications requiring reliable, high-speed interconnects. Built for network engineers and IT professionals managing large-scale infrastructures, this module helps scale out core switching environments without replacing the entire system. It integrates seamlessly into Cisco’s modular architecture to provide flexibility and growth potential. Key Features Delivers six 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports for robust data transmission Offers XL option to optimize performance under heavy workloads Fits into the Nexus 7000 M2-Series slot for easy deployment Supports advanced Cisco NX-OS features for network stability Enables scalable expansion in enterprise and service provider networks This expansion module is typically deployed in large data centers requiring increased port density and speed. Its role is crucial in environments where minimizing latency and maximizing throughput are priorities, such as cloud service providers and high-performance computing networks.

Use Cases
The Cisco Nexus 7000 M2-Series 6 x Ports 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Module is ideal for environments requiring robust high-speed connectivity within a scalable network infrastructure. Data centers and large enterprise IT environments benefit from this module's ability to seamlessly increase bandwidth capacity without extensive hardware upgrades. How It's Used: Expanding bandwidth capacity in high-density data center core switches to support virtualization and cloud workloads. Enhancing connectivity for enterprise campus networks requiring increased throughput for video conferencing and collaboration platforms. Upgrading storage area networks (SAN) to handle increased data flows in large-scale storage clusters. Supporting high-performance computing (HPC) environments with low-latency, high-bandwidth interconnects. Facilitating multi-tenant network segmentation in service provider edge deployments with scalable port density. This expansion module supports operational efficiency by integrating seamlessly into existing Nexus 7000 M2-Series chassis, enabling network teams to scale performance while maintaining consistent management and reducing physical footprint. Its high-speed ports address evolving bandwidth demands, ensuring network infrastructure can adapt to growing data loads and complex workloads.