Cisco L-N5596-EL2-SSK9 Enhanced Layer2 License E-delivery for Nexus 5596

Cisco L-N5596-EL2-SSK9 Enhanced Layer2 License E-delivery for Nexus 5596
Cisco L-N5596-EL2-SSK9 Enhanced Layer2 License E-delivery for Nexus 5596
Overview The Cisco Enhanced Layer2 License (E-delivery) for Nexus 5596, part number L-N5596-EL2-SSK9, unlocks advanced Layer2 switching capabilities on the Nexus 5596 series. Delivered electronically, this license enables immediate activation and pro... Read More
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  • Manufacturer: Cisco
  • Model or Part: L-N5596-EL2-SSK9
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 1.00lb
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Overview
The Cisco Enhanced Layer2 License (E-delivery) for Nexus 5596, part number L-N5596-EL2-SSK9, unlocks advanced Layer2 switching capabilities on the Nexus 5596 series. Delivered electronically, this license enables immediate activation and provides the flexibility to scale your data center network without hardware changes. It is designed for enterprises and service providers that require high performance, low latency, and robust Layer2 features across a unified fabric.

Key Features

  • Enables full Layer2 switching functions including VLANs, PVLANs, and private VLAN edge
  • Supports MAC address learning up to 128K entries per port
  • Provides advanced traffic segmentation with VXLAN support
  • Allows seamless integration with Cisco ACI and traditional Cisco NX-OS environments
  • Electronic delivery for rapid provisioning and reduced lead time
  • Scalable licensing model that can be added to existing Nexus 5596 deployments

Technical Specifications

  • License Type: Enhanced Layer2 (perpetual)
  • Applicable Models: Cisco Nexus 5596, Nexus 5596-F, Nexus 5596-C
  • Software Compatibility: Cisco NX-OS release 7.0(3)I7 and later
  • Activation Method: E-delivery via Cisco Smart Licensing portal
  • Support for up to 384 10GbE ports and 96 40GbE ports
  • Maximum forwarding rate: 2.4 Tbps

Applications

  • Data center leaf and spine architectures requiring high density Layer2 connectivity
  • Multi-tenant environments that need isolated VLAN domains and secure traffic segregation
  • High performance computing clusters where low latency Layer2 switching is critical
  • Enterprise campus extensions that leverage Nexus 5596 as a core aggregation point
  • Service provider networks implementing Ethernet VPN (EVPN) and VXLAN overlay solutions