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- In Stock: 103
- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Model or Part: N6004-M12Q
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 11.02lb
- Dimensions: 8.00in x 4.00in x 2.00in
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Overview
The Cisco Nexus 6004 Expansion Module 12Q (part number N6004-M12Q) adds high density 40GE Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) connectivity to a Nexus 6004 chassis. Designed for modern data centre fabrics, this module enables seamless scaling of bandwidth while simplifying management through a single, unified operating system. It is ideal for enterprises and service providers that need to consolidate storage and network traffic onto a common platform without sacrificing performance.
Key Features
- 12 ports of 40 Gigabit Ethernet with native FCoE support
- Full line rate switching with low latency forwarding
- Hot-plug capable for non-disruptive upgrades and maintenance
- Integrated with Cisco NX-OS for consistent policy enforcement
- Advanced buffer management to prevent congestion and packet loss
- Energy efficient design with reduced power consumption per port
Technical Specifications
- Port type: 40GE QSFP+ (compatible with 40GBASE-SR4, 40GBASE-LR4)
- Maximum aggregate bandwidth: 480 Gbps
- Supported protocols: Ethernet, FCoE, DCB, PFC, LLDP
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees C (32 to 104 degrees F)
- Power draw: approx 250 W per module
- Dimensions: fits standard Nexus 6004 chassis slot
Typical Applications
- Data centre spine-leaf architectures requiring high bandwidth uplinks
- Converged networking environments that combine storage and data traffic
- Virtualized server farms with heavy east-west traffic patterns
- High performance computing clusters that need low latency interconnects
- Service provider edge routers that demand scalable 40GE ports
By deploying the Nexus 6004 Expansion Module 12Q, organizations can future-proof their infrastructure, reduce the number of required devices, and achieve a more efficient, manageable network fabric.