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Cisco N5548-EL2-P-SSK9 Limited Time Promotion Enhanced Layer 2lics for Nexus 5548

Cisco N5548-EL2-P-SSK9 Limited Time Promotion Enhanced Layer 2lics for Nexus 5548
Cisco N5548-EL2-P-SSK9 Limited Time Promotion Enhanced Layer 2lics for Nexus 5548
The Cisco Limited Time Promotion Enhanced Layer 2 lic for Nexus 5548 (part number N5548-EL2-P-SSK9) unlocks advanced switching capabilities on the Nexus 5548 platform. Designed for data center and campus environments, this license adds high-performan... Read More
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Overview

The Cisco Limited Time Promotion Enhanced Layer 2 lic for Nexus 5548 (part number N5548-EL2-P-SSK9) unlocks advanced switching capabilities on the Nexus 5548 platform. Designed for data center and campus environments, this license adds high-performance layer 2 features that improve traffic handling, security, and operational flexibility without requiring hardware changes.

Key Features

  • Enables full support of Cisco FabricPath for scalable Ethernet fabrics
  • Activates advanced VXLAN overlay networking for multi-tenant environments
  • Provides enhanced port channel load balancing algorithms
  • Unlocks MAC address learning extensions and larger forwarding tables
  • Integrates with Cisco ACI policies for seamless automation
  • Supports rapid provisioning through Cisco DNA Center integration

Technical Specifications

  • License type: Permanent software activation key (SSK9)
  • Applicable hardware: Nexus 5548 switches running NX-OS 7.0(3)I7 or later
  • Feature set: Enhanced Layer 2 (EL2) with FabricPath and VXLAN support
  • Activation method: CLI command install activate license N5548-EL2-P-SSK9
  • Compatibility: Works with existing Nexus 5548 line cards and uplink modules
  • Performance impact: No reduction in forwarding rate; maintains up to 1.4 Tbps aggregate bandwidth

Typical Applications

  • Large scale data center leaf-spine architectures requiring efficient east-west traffic handling
  • Campus networks that need robust VLAN segmentation and rapid failover capabilities
  • Multi-tenant cloud environments using VXLAN for overlay isolation
  • High-density server farms where MAC learning extensions reduce flooding and improve latency
  • Enterprises adopting Cisco ACI or DNA Center for automated provisioning and policy enforcement

This license provides a cost-effective path to extend the capabilities of your Nexus 5548 switch, delivering higher throughput, richer feature sets, and greater operational agility for modern network demands.