Cisco N5K-M1600 6-Port N5000 1000 Series Module 10ge

Overview
The Cisco N5K-M1600 is a high-performance 6-port module designed for the Cisco Nexus 5000 Series switches. It provides ten gigabit Ethernet (10GE) connectivity for data center aggregation, server farms, and high-speed storage networks. Engineered for low latency and high throughput, this module enables seamless scaling of network bandwidth while maintaining the reliability and manageability that Cisco is known for.

Key Features

• Six 10GE SFP+ ports for flexible fiber or direct attach connections
• Supports both Cisco Nexus 5000 and 5600 platforms
• Low power consumption with efficient heat dissipation
• Full Cisco IOS support for advanced routing, switching and security features
• Hot-swappable design for non-disruptive upgrades and maintenance
• Extensive diagnostics and monitoring via Cisco NX-OS CLI and GUI

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: N5K-M1600
• Port Type: 10GE SFP+ (LC connector)
• Number of Ports: 6
• Maximum Throughput: 60 Gbps aggregate
• Supported Media: Single mode fiber up to 40 km, multimode fiber up to 300 m, direct attach copper up to 10 m
• Power Supply: 120 V AC, 48 V DC optional
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 45 degrees C
• Dimensions: 1.0 in (height) x 6.5 in (width) x 0.5 in (depth)

Applications
The N5K-M1600 is ideal for data center top-of-rack (ToR) and end-of-row (EoR) deployments, high-performance computing clusters, virtualization environments, and storage area networks (SAN). It provides the bandwidth needed for server virtualization, large-scale database transactions, and real-time analytics. By delivering reliable 10GE connectivity, this module helps organizations future-proof their infrastructure and meet the growing demands of cloud and edge computing.