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C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q, Cisco Nexus 5648Q Switch, 36x40GE/FCoE, 2 Power, 3 Fans

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    C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q, Cisco Nexus 5648Q Switch, 36x40GE/FCoE, 2 Power, 3 Fans

    C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q, Cisco Nexus 5648Q Switch, 36x40GE/FCoE, 2 Power, 3 Fans

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    C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q is officially EOL. Service support ends on 2025-09-30.
    For full lifecycle details, see C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q EOL.

    Cisco C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q Overview

    The Cisco C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q is an enterprise-class, high-speed 1RU rack-mountable switch, positioned for agile data center application. Featuring 36 QSFP+ ports with 40Gbps per port, it enables seamless backbone aggregation and powerful FCoE switch performance—making it ideal for storage, virtualization, and next-gen network fabric. Its non-blocking switch fabric capacity of 1.44 Tbps and forwarding rate up to 1.44 billion packets per second deliver uncompromising throughput for dense and latency-sensitive cloud or enterprise deployments. The C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q natively supports FCoE, offering unified fabric for convergence of LAN and SAN traffic, while integration with Cisco DCNM brings robust centralized management and automation capabilities for operators and integrators. With hot-swappable redundant power and fans, advanced hardware QoS, and full L2/L3 protocol coverage (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), this solution provides resilient high availability and operational flexibility for medium to large-scale deployments. Tailored for professional users across Asia, Europe, North America, and Africa, the switch is the optimal core solution for scalability, cloud connectivity, and software-defined networking environments, proven to meet international enterprise performance standards. Its shared dynamic buffer adapts to diverse traffic profiles, while Cisco NX-OS ensures advanced modular software features and long-term investment protection.

    Product Highlights

    1.44 Tbps
    Switch Fabric
    1.44 Bpps
    Fwd Rate
    36
    QSFP+ Ports

    Product Applications Scenarios

    Data Center
    Supports high-density 40Gbps aggregation, enabling data centers to handle virtualization and large flow traffic without bottlenecks.
    Cloud Services
    Empowers scalable cloud environments with QSFP+ and FCoE, reducing cabling and enhancing server-to-cloud integration efficiency by 20%.
    Enterprise Network
    Combines L2/L3 routing and Cisco DCNM management to streamline core enterprise connectivity, minimizing downtime in critical workflows.

    Product Features Comparison

      Cisco Cisco Cisco Arista
    Model C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q C1-N9K-C93180-B18Q C9500-32QC-A DCS-7160-48YC6-F
    Port Configuration 36 8 × 40G QSFP n/a 48 SFP+, 6 QSFP28
    Switching Capacity 1.44 Tbps (non-blocking) n/a Up to 3.2 Tbps Up to 7.2 Tbps
    Forwarding Rate 1.44 Bpps n/a Up to 1 Bpps Up to 2.6 Bpps
    PoE Budget n/a n/a n/a n/a
    Stacking Capability n/a n/a n/a n/a

    Optional Add-ons

    Model Number Description
    QSFP-40G-SR4 Cisco QSFP+ 40G SR4 transceiver module, supports short-range multimode connectivity for up to 100m.
    QSFP-H40G-CU3M Cisco QSFP+ direct-attach copper breakout cable, 3m, for 40G to 4x10G connections.
    C1-NX-OS Cisco NX-OS software license for advanced feature activation and management on Nexus switches.

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    Specification

    Cisco C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q Specification

    Model
    C1-N5K-C5648-B-36Q
    Brand
    Cisco
    Chassis Type
    Cisco ONE Nexus
    Form Factor
    1RU, Rack-mountable
    Total Ports
    36
    Port Speed
    40 Gbps (QSFP+), supporting 40GbE & FCoE
    Uplink Flexibility
    Supports breakout cables (4x10G per QSFP+); Native 40G only, no fixed 10G/25G ports
    Switch Fabric Capacity
    1.44 Tbps (non-blocking)
    Forwarding Rate
    1.44 Bpps (billion packets per second)
    Layer Support
    L2/L3 (Full routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)
    Buffer Memory
    Shared dynamic allocation (varies per traffic profile)
    Power Supplies
    2 (hot-swappable, 1+1 redundancy)
    Fans
    3 (hot-swappable, N+1 redundancy)
    Cooling
    Front-to-back airflow
    MTBF
    >200,000 hours (~22.8 years)
    DRAM
    8 GB (for routing tables & TCAM)
    Flash Memory
    2 GB (OS & boot images)
    Operating System
    Cisco NX-OS (modular, feature-rich)
    Management Options
    CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMPv3, Cisco DCNM (Data Center Network Manager)
    QoS
    Hardware-accelerated (8 queues per port, DSCP/CoS marking)
    Dimensions (H x W x D)
    1.72 in (4.37 cm) x 17.3 in (43.9 cm) x 27.0 in (68.6 cm)
    Operating Temperature
    0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
    Storage Temperature
    -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
    Humidity
    5% to 95% (non-condensing)

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    What accessories are available for the Cisco ONE Nexus 5648Q Chassis?

    Available accessories include additional power supplies, fan modules, and various cabling options to expand and enhance the switch's capabilities.

    How does the Cisco ONE Nexus 5648Q Chassis compare to the Cisco Nexus 9500 series?

    The 5648Q offers a compact design with 36x40GE/FCoE ports, ideal for smaller installations, whereas the 9500 series provides higher scalability and modularity for larger setups.

    What are the benefits of using the Cisco ONE Nexus 5648Q Chassis in a data center?

    Benefits include high throughput, low latency, energy efficiency, and advanced FCoE capabilities, ensuring excellent performance and reliability for data center operations.

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