Brand: Cisco Systems · SKU: N5696-M20UP · MPN: N5696-M20UP · Category: Networking
The Cisco N5696-M20UP is a Unified Port, Linecard Expansion Module (UP LEM) designed for the Cisco Nexus 5696Q Switch. It provides up to twenty 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet and FCoE ports using the SFP+ interface or up to twenty ports of native Fibre Channel connectivity using 8 and 4G SFP+ and SFP interfaces. The use of 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet or 8/4-Gbps Fibre Channel on a port is mutually exclusive but can be selected for any of the twenty physical ports per module. It is suitable for high-performance data center networking, allowing for a smooth transition to Ethernet-based storage solutions via FCoE while supporting existing Fibre Channel networks. It is designed for the Cisco Nexus 5600 Platform 40-Gbps Switches.
| Module Type | Switch Module / Service Module / Chassis Module |
|---|---|
| Network Ports | 20x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ |
| FCoE Performance | 10 Gbps |
| Expansion Slot Type | SFP (mini-GBIC), SFP+ |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fibre Channel Performance | 8/4/2 Gbps |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 20 |
| Warranty | Varies by seller (Some listings mention 2 Year Warranty or 365 days for refurbished/new). |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Dimensions | Not Available |
The Cisco N5696-M20UP switch module provides 20 ports supporting 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet and FCoE, or native Fibre Channel at 8/4/2 Gbps, offering a unified network architecture for the Nexus 5696Q switch. It supports high-speed data transfer and connectivity for demanding data center environments.
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This Cisco Nexus 5696Q Unified Module 20P 10GE Ethernet/FCoE OR 8/4/2G FC includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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