Cisco N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE network extender Grey 100, 1000 Mbit/s

Name: Cisco N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE network extender Grey 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE
Price: 128.80 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (10 reviews)

Mfr. Part #: N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE

Brand: Cisco

Condition: Refurbished

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N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE Overview

The CISCO Nexus® 2000 Series Fabric Extenders Comprise A Category Of Data Center Products Designed To Simplify Data Center Access Architecture And Operations. The CISCO Nexus 2000 Series Uses The CISCO® Fabric Extender Architecture To Provide A Highly Scalable Unified Server-access Platform Across A Range Of 100 Megabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Unified Fabric, Copper And Fiber Connectivity, Rack, And Blade Server Environments. The Platform Is Ideal To Support Todays Traditional Gigabit Ethernet While Allowing Transparent Migration To 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Virtual Machine-aware Unified Fabric Technologies.

32 x 100M, 1/10GBASE-T host interfaces and uplink modules, 8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet fabric interfaces [SFP+]

10000 m 10000 Mbit/s

On/off switch

Grey

Summary Description

Cisco N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE. Maximum transfer distance: 10000 m, Data transfer rate: 10000 Mbit/s, Ethernet LAN data rates: 100,1000 Mbit/s. Networking standards: IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3u. Fiber optic connector: SFP+. Product colour: Grey. AC input voltage: 90-264 V, AC input frequency: 50 - 60 Hz, Input current: 3.18 A

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Specifications

Overview

Condition	Refurbished
Brand	Cisco
Stock	In Stock

Performance

Maximum transfer distance	10000 m
Data transfer rate	10000 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN data rates	100,1000 Mbit/s
Jumbo frames support	Y
Auto-negotiation	Y
VLAN tagging	Y
Duplex system	Full
Flow control support	Y

Network

Networking standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3u
Quality of Service (QoS) support	Y

Ports & interfaces

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	32
Fiber optic connector	SFP+
Fiber ports quantity	8
DC-in jack	Y

Design

Product colour	Grey
LED indicators	Y
On/off switch	Y

Power

AC input voltage	90-264 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Input current	3.18 A
Power consumption (typical)	280 W
Power consumption (max)	386 W
Output current	26 A

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 95%
Operating altitude	5 - 95 m

Weight & dimensions

Width	439.4 mm
Depth	449.6 mm
Height	43.7 mm
Weight	8.4 kg

Technical details

Sustainability certificates	RoHS

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary interface specifications for the Cisco N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE? +

The N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE Nexus 2232TM-E fabric extender features 32 10GBASE-T ports for host-side connectivity and 8 SFP+ uplink ports. This configuration is designed for high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet environments, utilizing copper cabling for host connections to provide flexible, cost-effective integration into existing data center rack infrastructures.

How does the Nexus 2232TM-E integrate with parent Cisco Nexus switches? +

This fabric extender acts as a remote line card for a parent Cisco Nexus 5000 or 6000 series switch. By offloading complex management and switching functions to the parent switch, it simplifies your network architecture into a single, manageable system while extending high-speed connectivity to server racks.

Does the N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE support FCoE or other storage protocols? +

Yes, this model supports Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), allowing for the convergence of data and storage traffic over a single unified fabric. This capability helps data centers reduce cabling complexity and hardware requirements when implementing storage area network solutions alongside traditional Ethernet traffic.

What type of latency performance can be expected from this fabric extender? +

The Nexus 2232TM-E provides low-latency, line-rate performance for 10 Gigabit Ethernet traffic. Because it operates as a simplified extension of the parent switch, it maintains consistent throughput across all ports, ensuring that high-performance applications receive the bandwidth necessary for data-intensive server workloads in a dense environment.

Are there specific power and cooling requirements for this Nexus unit? +

The N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE is designed for standard data center environments and typically supports port-side exhaust or intake airflow options. It utilizes redundant, hot-swappable power supplies to ensure high availability. You should verify your rack’s specific power distribution unit compatibility and thermal thresholds before completing your installation.

Can this switch be managed independently of the parent Nexus switch? +

This device is designed for centralized management through the parent Nexus switch; it does not operate as an independent, standalone managed switch. All configuration, monitoring, and software updates are performed at the parent level, which significantly reduces the administrative burden of managing multiple distributed network access points.

What cabling is recommended for the 10GBASE-T ports on this unit? +

For the 32 10GBASE-T ports, Category 6a or Category 7 twisted-pair copper cabling is highly recommended to ensure optimal signal integrity and performance up to the maximum supported distance. These copper ports offer a familiar physical interface that simplifies connectivity for legacy server racks and standard management networks.

Is the N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE suitable for high-density virtualization deployments? +

Absolutely. With 32 high-speed 10GbE ports and deep buffer support, this unit is well-suited for high-density virtualization environments where multiple virtual machines compete for uplink bandwidth. It helps maintain a non-blocking fabric architecture, ensuring that your virtualized workloads remain highly available and performant across the entire data center.

How can I request a bulk quote for multiple N2K-C2232TM-E-10GE units? +

We specialize in fulfilling large-scale enterprise requirements. Simply navigate to the product page on BuyRouterSwitch.com and use the 'Request a Quote' button or contact our sales department directly. We provide tailored pricing structures and efficient procurement paths for organizations planning significant infrastructure expansion or large-volume hardware rollouts.

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