Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ-10GE Nexus 2348UPQ spare; 48x1/10GE SFP+; 6x40G QSFP(no PS/fa N2KC2348UPQ10GE

Description:

The Cisco N2K-C2348UPQ-10GE is a Nexus 2000 Series Fabric Extender (FEX), designed to deliver scalable and high-density Ethernet connectivity for data center access layer deployments. With 48 unified ports supporting 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), along with 6 uplink ports supporting 40 Gigabit Ethernet via QSFP+, this unit extends the parent switch's fabric while centralizing management and maintaining consistent policy enforcement. It’s ideal for top-of-rack (ToR) applications in enterprise and cloud environments requiring performance, flexibility, and simplified architecture.

Technical Specifications:
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
Model Number: N2K-C2348UPQ-10GE
Series: Nexus 2000 Series
Device Type: Fabric Extender (FEX)
Downlink Ports: 48 x 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP/SFP+ (Unified Ports with FCoE support)
Uplink Ports: 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+
Uplink Bandwidth: Up to 240 Gbps
Forwarding Method: Traffic forwarded to parent Cisco Nexus switch
Management: Centralized via Cisco Nexus 5000, 6000, or 7000 Series switches
Cooling: Redundant, hot-swappable fans
Power Supply: Redundant, hot-swappable (AC or DC, model-dependent)
Airflow: Front-to-back or back-to-front (based on configuration)
Security: Inherits security features from parent switch (802.1X, ACLs, etc.)
Use Case: Top-of-rack deployments, scalable data center access, unified fabric
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions: 1.72 x 17.3 x 20 in (4.36 x 43.94 x 50.8 cm)
Weight: Approx. 9.98 kg (22 lb)