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N2K-C2232TM Cisco Nexus 32 Ports Fabric Extender Expansion Module | New Factory Sealed

Name: N2K-C2232TM Cisco Nexus 32 Ports Fabric Extender Expansion Module | New Factory Sealed
SKU: N2K-C2232TM
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N2K-C2232TM Nexus 2000 Series 32 Ports 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ Module Full Duplex Capability Fabric Extender Rack-mountable Expansion Module | Made by Cisco | New Factory Sealed | Lead Time Required

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Description

Industrial Automation and Control Systems

The N2K-C2232TM Cisco Nexus 2232TM 32 Ports Fabric Extender Expansion Module is primarily designed for use in data center environments, and as such, it is not typically used as part of an industrial automation and control system. However, it is worth noting that Cisco does offer a range of switches that are designed specifically for use in industrial automation and control systems, such as the Cisco IE 3000 and IE 4000 series switches.

These industrial switches are designed to operate in harsh environments and to provide reliable and secure connectivity for a range of industrial devices, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, and other control system components. They also support a range of industrial protocols, such as PROFINET and EtherNet/IP, which are commonly used in industrial automation and control systems.

Load Balancing and High Availability Features

The N2K-C2232TM Cisco Nexus 2232TM 32 Ports Fabric Extender Expansion Module provides load balancing and high availability features to ensure optimal performance and resilience. Some of these features include:

Virtual PortChannel (vPC): vPC is a technology that enables a single device to be connected to two separate Nexus switches, providing redundancy and load balancing. The Nexus 2232TM supports vPC, allowing it to be connected to multiple Nexus switches for increased availability.
PortChannel: The Nexus 2232TM supports the creation of PortChannels, which allows multiple physical links to be combined into a single logical link for increased bandwidth and redundancy.
Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP): LACP is a standard protocol that provides a mechanism for the automatic creation of PortChannels. The Nexus 2232TM supports LACP, making it easy to create PortChannels for load balancing and redundancy.
Fabric Extender (FEX) Pinning: FEX Pinning is a feature that allows traffic to be pinned to a specific uplink port on the Nexus switch, providing better control over traffic flow and load balancing.
Redundant Power Supply: The Nexus 2232TM comes with a redundant power supply, providing increased availability in the event of a power supply failure.
Hot-swappable Fans: The Nexus 2232TM also features hot-swappable fans, allowing for easy replacement in the event of a fan failure.
Virtual Machine Fabric Extender (VM-FEX): VM-FEX is a feature that allows virtual machines to be directly connected to the Nexus 2232TM, providing increased flexibility and performance for virtualized environments.

These load balancing and high availability features of the Nexus 2232TM ensure that the module can provide optimal performance and resilience, even in the event of failures or other issues.

Fabric Extender Software Components

The N2K-C2232TM Cisco Nexus 2232TM 32 Ports Fabric Extender Expansion Module is a hardware component that operates using a variety of software components. These software components are designed to manage the operation of the fabric extender and to provide connectivity and functionality for devices that are connected to it. Some of the key software components of the N2K-C2232TM fabric extender include:

Cisco NX-OS: This is the operating system that runs on the fabric extender and provides the basic functionality and management of the device. Cisco NX-OS is a highly reliable and scalable operating system that is designed specifically for use in data center environments.
Fabric Extender Software: This software provides the specific functionality and features that are needed to extend the capabilities of a parent switch. It allows the fabric extender to operate as a remote line card of the parent switch, providing connectivity and functionality for devices that are connected to it.
Fabric Extender Manager: This is a software application that is used to manage and monitor the fabric extender. It provides a graphical user interface (GUI) that allows network administrators to configure and manage the fabric extender and to monitor its performance and status.
Fabric Path: This is a Cisco proprietary protocol that is used to provide Layer 2 multipathing and loop prevention in data center environments. Fabric Path is supported by the N2K-C2232TM fabric extender, allowing it to provide advanced network functionality for devices that are connected to it.
Quality of Service (QoS): The N2K-C2232TM fabric extender supports a range of QoS features that allow network administrators to prioritize traffic based on its importance. This ensures that critical traffic, such as voice and video, receive the necessary bandwidth and priority to ensure optimal performance.

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