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Nexus 2000, 10GT FEX; 48x1/10T; 6x40G QSFP N2K-C2348TQ-E
Overview
N2K-C2348TQ-E Overview
Cisco Nexus 2348TQ-E, QSFP+, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE..., 100,1000,10000,40000 Mbit/s, Grey, UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1AS/NZS 60950-1GB4943, 47CFR 15 (CFR..., 280 W
N2K-C2348TQ-E is a Cisco Nexus 2300 Platform Chassis, offering 10G BASE T Fabric Extender, 2 power supplier, 3 Fan Modules, 48x100M/1/10GT (RJ45) + 6x40G QSFP+(req QSFP+) and choice of airflow.
Quick Specs
Figure 1 shows the appearance of the N2K-C2348TQ-E.
Product Code | N2K-C2348TQ-E |
Fabric extender host interfaces | 48 |
Fabric extender host interface type | 48 x 100M/1/10GBASE-T ports: RJ-45 connectors |
Fabric extender fabric interfaces | 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP (24 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet) |
Fabric speed | Up to 240 Gbps in each direction (480-Gbps full duplex) |
Performance | Hardware forwarding at 1440 Gbps or 2160 mpps |
FCoE | FCoE support up to 30m with Category 6a and 7 cables (Cisco Nexus 5500 and 5600 platforms and 6000 Series) |
Cisco parent switch | Cisco Nexus 5500 and 5600 platforms Cisco Nexus 6000 Series |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.37 x 43.94 x 43.36 cm |
Net Weight | 8.0 kg |
Product Details
Figure 2 shows the front panel of the N2K-C2348TQ-E.
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① | ID LED | ③ | 40-Gigabit ports (six) for QSFP+ transceivers and 40-Gigabit QSFP+ to four 10-Gigabit SFP+ breakout cables |
② | Status LED | ④ | 48 x 100M/1/10GBASE-T ports |
Figure 3 shows the back panel of the N2K-C2348TQ-E.
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① | Power supply modules (one or two, hot swappable) (AC power supply shown) |
② | Fan modules (three, hot swappable) |
③ | ID LED |
④ | Management/Console HDMI port |
⑤ | Status LED |
The Accessories
Models | Description |
10GBASE-SR SFP Module | |
Cisco Direct-Attach Twinax Copper Cable Assembly with SFP+ Connectors SFP-H10GB-CU1M | |
SFP-H10GB-CU5M,5M Passive Copper Twinax Cable F, Nexus,24AWG cable assembly | |
Cisco QSFP to QSFP copper direct-attach 40GBASE-CR4 cable QSFP-H40G-CU5M | |
QSFP-40G-LR4 | 40GBase-LR4 Optical Transceiver,QSFP+,40GE,Single-mode Module(1310nm,10km,LC) |
Compare to Similar Items
Product Code | N2K-C2348TQ-E | |
Fabric extender host interfaces | 48 | 48 |
Fabric extender host interface type | 48 x 100M/1/10GBASE-T ports: RJ-45 connectors | For 48 x 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet host interface ports: 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet ports SFP/SFP+ |
Fabric extender fabric interfaces | 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP (24 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet) | 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP (24 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet) |
Fabric speed | Up to 240 Gbps in each direction (480-Gbps full duplex) | Up to 240 Gbps in each direction (480-Gbps full duplex) |
Performance | Hardware forwarding at 1440 Gbps or 2160 mpps | Hardware forwarding at 1440 Gbps or 2160 mpps |
Cisco parent switch | Cisco Nexus 5500 and 5600 platforms Cisco Nexus 6000 Series | Cisco Nexus 5500 and 5600 platforms |
Summary Description
Cisco Nexus 2348TQ-E, QSFP+, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE..., 100,1000,10000,40000 Mbit/s, Grey, UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1AS/NZS 60950-1GB4943, 47CFR 1
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Specification
N2K-C2348TQ-E Specification
N2K-C2348TQ-E Specification | |
Type | Cisco Nexus 2348TQ-E |
Fabric extender host interfaces | 48 |
Fabric extender host interface type | 48 100M/1/10GBASE-T ports: RJ-45 connectors |
Fabric extender fabric interfaces | 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP (24 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet) |
Fabric extender fabric interface type | Fiber: QSFP-40G-SR-BD, QSFP-40G-SR4,QSFP-40G-SR4-S, QSFP-40G-LR4, QSFP-40G-LR4-S, and QSFP-40G-CSR4-S
Copper: 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ active Twinax cables (QSFP-H40G-ACU7M and QSFP-H40G-ACU10M (no passive cables)
AOC cables: QSFP-H40G-AOC1M, QSFP-H40G-AOC2M, QSFP-H40G-AOC3M, QSFP-H40G-AOC5M, QSFP-H40G-AOC7M, QSFP-H40G-AOC10M, and QSFP-H40G-AOC15M
AOC breakout cables: QSFP-4X10G-AOC1M, QSFP-4X10G-AOC2M, QSFP-4X10G-AOC3M, QSFP-4X10G-AOC5M, QSFP-4X10G-AOC7M, and QSFP-4X10G-AOC10M
Copper breakout cables: QSFP-4x10G-AC7M and QSFP-4x10G-AC10M (no passive cables) Distance between Cisco Nexus 2300 fabric extender and Cisco Nexus 5500 switch is up to 10 km (up to 3 km for FCoE traffic), and for the Cisco Nexus 5600 switch or 6000 Series Switch the distance is up to 3 km (300m for FCoE traffic)
All equivalent S-class optics are supported Cisco 40GBASE QSFP to SFP+/SFP adapter (CVR-QSFP-SFP10G) |
Fabric speed | Up to 240 Gbps in each direction |
Oversubscription | Up to 2:1 |
Performance | Hardware forwarding at 1440 Gbps or 2160 mpps |
FCoE | FCoE support up to 30m with Category 6a and 7 cables (Cisco Nexus 5500 and 5600 platforms and 6000 Series) |
Cisco parent switch | Cisco Nexus 5500 and 5600 platforms Cisco Nexus 6000 Series |
Minimum software | Cisco NX-OS Release 7.3(0)N1(1) (Cisco Nexus 5500 and 5600 platforms and 6000 Series) |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.72 x 17.3 x 17.07 in. (4.37 x 43.94 x 43.36 cm) |
Weight | 17.7 lbs. (8.0 kg) |
Environment | Operating temperature: 32 to 131°F (0 to 55°C) Non-operating temperature: -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C) Humidity: 5 to 95 percent (noncondensing) Altitude: 0 to 10,000 ft. (0 to 3000m) |
Power supply | N2200-PAC-400W, N2200-PAC-400W-B, N2200-PDC-400W, and N2200-PDC-350W-B |
Fan modules | NXA-FAN-30CFM-F and NXA-FAN-30CFM-B (N+1 redundancy = 3 fans) |
Typical input operating power | 280W at 30m (maximum 350W) |
Heat dissipation | 952 BTU/hour (typical); 1190 BTU/hour (maximum) |
Regulatory Compliance | Products should comply with CE Markings according to directives 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC |
Safety |
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EMC: Emissions |
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EMC: Immunity |
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RoHS | The Cisco Nexus 2348UPQ, 2348TQ, and 2332TQ are RoHS-6 compliant |
Network Equipment Building Standards (NEBS) | The Cisco Nexus 2348UPQ, 2348TQ, and 2332TQ meet NEBS level-3 standards (hardware revision 3) (not currently supported) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary port specifications for the Cisco N2K-C2348TQ-E Fabric Extender? +
The N2K-C2348TQ-E features 48 universal 1/10GBASE-T ports for high-density server connectivity, supporting RJ45 copper cabling. It also includes 6 fixed 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ uplink ports, which facilitate high-bandwidth connectivity to the parent Nexus switch, providing a highly scalable architecture for modern data center environments requiring massive throughput.
How does the N2K-C2348TQ-E integrate into existing Cisco Nexus switch fabrics? +
This Fabric Extender operates as a remote line card for a parent Cisco Nexus switch, such as the Nexus 5000 or 7000 series. By offloading complex management and switching logic to the parent device, it simplifies the network topology, allowing you to manage the FEX as a logical extension of the parent switch rather than as a standalone device.
What is the typical deployment scenario for the Cisco Nexus 2348TQ-E? +
The N2K-C2348TQ-E is specifically designed for top-of-rack data center deployments where high-density copper connectivity is required. It is an ideal solution for virtualization clusters, enterprise database servers, and high-performance computing environments that need to transition from 1G to 10G connectivity without replacing entire cabling infrastructures.
Does the N2K-C2348TQ-E require specific licensing to operate? +
As a Fabric Extender, the N2K-C2348TQ-E relies on the licensing and feature set of the parent Cisco Nexus switch to which it is connected. It does not require separate software licenses for basic functionality. Ensure your parent switch firmware is updated to support the FEX hardware model for seamless integration and full feature availability.
How can I manage and monitor the performance of the N2K-C2348TQ-E? +
Management is handled entirely through the parent Nexus switch using standard Cisco NX-OS commands. You can monitor port traffic, interface status, and hardware health metrics directly from the parent switch's CLI, SNMP, or management interface. This centralized management approach significantly reduces operational overhead in large-scale server racks.
What physical form factor does the N2K-C2348TQ-E occupy in a rack? +
This unit is designed for standard 19-inch racks and occupies a 1RU (Rack Unit) space. It features a compact footprint suitable for high-density server cabinets. When planning your rack installation, ensure you account for the power and airflow requirements, as the device is designed for front-to-back or back-to-front cooling depending on your specific hardware configuration.
Is the N2K-C2348TQ-E compatible with 1G servers, or is it strictly for 10G? +
The 48 ports on this FEX are 1/10GBASE-T capable, meaning they support auto-negotiation between 1Gbps and 10Gbps speeds. This versatility allows IT administrators to migrate existing 1G legacy servers to a modern 10G fabric infrastructure progressively, protecting your investment while future-proofing your data center hardware connectivity.
How does the N2K-C2348TQ-E handle data traffic redundancy? +
Redundancy is achieved by connecting the FEX to dual parent switches using the 40G QSFP+ uplink ports. This dual-homing capability, known as Enhanced vPC (Virtual Port Channel), allows the FEX to maintain connectivity even if a single link or parent switch fails. This ensures high availability for mission-critical applications running on your connected servers.
How can I request a bulk quote for multiple N2K-C2348TQ-E units? +
For organizations looking to procure multiple N2K-C2348TQ-E units, we offer streamlined bulk quoting services. Simply add the items to your inquiry list or contact our sales team directly with your quantity requirements. We prioritize high-volume orders to provide the most competitive pricing for your infrastructure upgrade projects and data center rollouts.
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