DELL Cisco Nexus 5020 Switch

The Cisco Nexus 5020 Switch is a key component of the Cisco Unified Fabric data center architecture. This 2U switch delivers over 1.04 Terabits per second (Tbps) of switching capacity with ultra-low latency. It features 40 fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP+) ports that support Data Center Bridging (DCB) and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE).

Designed for high-performance computing and large-scale virtualization, the Nexus 5020 provides a platform for I/O consolidation. By using FCoE, organizations can eliminate separate dedicated infrastructures for LAN and SAN, reducing the number of server adapters and cables by up to 50%. The switch includes one expansion slot that can accommodate Ethernet or native Fibre Channel modules, providing flexibility as your data center grows. Its high availability is guaranteed by redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fan modules.

Key Specifications:

• Throughput: 1.04 Tbps / 744 Mpps forwarding rate.

• Fixed Ports: 40 x 1/10Gbps SFP+ ports.

• Expansion: 1 slot for 10GbE, 1/2/4/8G Fibre Channel, or FCoE modules.

• Features: Cut-through switching, IEEE 802.1Qbb (PFC), 802.1Qau (Congestion Notification).

• Reliability: N+1 redundancy for power and cooling.