Description
Cisco N5K-C5548UP-FA Nexus 5548UP switch with 32× 1/10Gb SFP+ and 4× 40Gb QSFP+ ports. Enterprise-class data center networking with scalability & redundancy.
| Specification | Details |
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| Model | Cisco N5K-C5548UP-FA (Nexus 5548UP) |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Interfaces | 32 × SFP+ ports (1/10GbE) |
| Input Voltage | 100–240V AC, Max 13A, 50–60Hz |
| Current Rating | 40–72V, 25A |
| Compliance | FCC Part 15, Canadian ICES-003, CE, UL, RoHS, TÜV, CCC, etc. |
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc. |
| Power Supply | Redundant, hot-swappable PSU modules |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Safety Notices | Contains electrostatic sensitive devices (handle with care) |
Product Features
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High-density 1U data center switch with 32 × SFP+ 1/10GbE ports.
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Integrated 4 × QSFP+ 40GbE uplinks for backbone connectivity.
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Designed for low-latency, high-performance data center networks.
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Redundant hot-swappable power supplies for uptime and reliability.
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Enterprise-ready with Cisco NX-OS software support.
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Scalable architecture for growing workloads and hybrid data centers.
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Advanced compliance certifications for global enterprise deployment.
General Product Information
The Cisco Nexus 5548UP (N5K-C5548UP-FA) is a high-performance 1U rackmount data center switch, built for enterprises that demand scalability, reliability, and low-latency networking.
Equipped with 32 SFP+ ports supporting 1/10GbE and 4 QSFP+ uplink ports at 40GbE, this switch delivers flexible connectivity for both top-of-rack and aggregation use cases. With support for Cisco NX-OS, it provides advanced networking capabilities, virtualization support, and seamless integration with modern cloud and data center environments.
The 5548UP is engineered for mission-critical deployments, featuring hot-swappable redundant PSUs and compliance with international standards, ensuring continuous uptime. Its compact 1U design makes it a cost-effective yet powerful choice for enterprises looking to optimize their server and storage networking.
Ideal for data centers, virtualization clusters, and enterprise IT environments, the Cisco N5K-C5548UP-FA offers unmatched performance and scalability for the next generation of applications.
Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco |
| Model | Nexus 5548UP (N5K-C5548UP-FA) |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Ports | 32 × SFP+ 1/10GbE 4 × QSFP+ 40GbE |
| Switching Capacity | 960 Gbps (depending on configuration) |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 720 Mpps |
| Latency | Low-latency, cut-through architecture |
| Power Supply | Redundant, hot-swappable PSU modules |
| Input Voltage | 100–240V AC, Max 13A, 50–60Hz |
| Current | 40–72V, 25A |
| OS Support | Cisco NX-OS |
| Compliance | FCC, CE, UL, TÜV, CCC, RoHS |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Compatible Products
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Cisco UCS servers and chassis.
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Cisco Nexus 2000 Fabric Extenders.
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Compatible with 10GbE/40GbE NICs in Dell, HPE, IBM, and Supermicro servers.
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VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu), and cloud-native environments.
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Cisco UCS Manager & Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM).
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise data centers requiring scalable 10GbE/40GbE networking.
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Server virtualization clusters (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM).
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Cloud infrastructure and hybrid deployments.
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High-performance computing (HPC) clusters.
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Large storage networks (Fibre Channel over Ethernet – FCoE support).
Comparison Angle
Compared to earlier Nexus 5000 series models, the Cisco 5548UP provides higher port density, integrated 40GbE uplinks, lower latency, and better virtualization support. Its modular scalability and redundant PSU design make it a more reliable and future-proof option for data center environments.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Cisco Nexus 2000 Fabric Extenders (FEX).
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Cisco UCS rack servers with 10GbE NICs.
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Cisco 40GbE QSFP+ transceivers and fiber cables.
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Cisco UCS Manager licenses.
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Rack rails and power distribution units (PDUs).