Cisco N6001-EL2-SSK9 Nexus 6001 Enhanced Layer 2 License Spare

Cisco N6001-EL2-SSK9 Nexus 6001 Enhanced Layer 2 License Spare
Cisco N6001-EL2-SSK9 Nexus 6001 Enhanced Layer 2 License Spare
The Cisco Nexus 6001 Enhanced Layer 2 License Spare (part number N6001-EL2-SSK9) unlocks the full power of the Nexus 6001 chassis for high-density, low-latency data centre environments. This license enables advanced layer 2 switching features that ar... Read More
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Overview

The Cisco Nexus 6001 Enhanced Layer 2 License Spare (part number N6001-EL2-SSK9) unlocks the full power of the Nexus 6001 chassis for high-density, low-latency data centre environments. This license enables advanced layer 2 switching features that are not available in the base software bundle, allowing you to build scalable fabrics with robust traffic handling and seamless integration into existing Cisco ACI or traditional LAN designs.

Key Features

  • Enables full Layer 2 functionality including VLAN stacking (QinQ), MAC address learning limits, and advanced storm control.
  • Supports VXLAN bridging for overlay networks without additional hardware.
  • Provides access to Cisco FabricPath and EVPN services for modern data centre fabrics.
  • Integrates with Cisco DNA Center for automated provisioning and policy enforcement.
  • License is a spare that can be activated on any compatible Nexus 6001 chassis in your inventory.

Technical Specifications

  • Model/Part Number: N6001-EL2-SSK9
  • Software Release Compatibility: Cisco NX-OS 7.0(3)I7 and later (verify specific release notes).
  • License Type: Permanent, non-renewable.
  • Activation Method: CLI command "license install" followed by reload of the chassis.
  • Supported Features: VLANs up to 4096, MAC address table up to 1 million entries, multicast routing, spanning tree enhancements.

Typical Applications

  • Large enterprise data centre cores where high bandwidth and low latency are critical.
  • Cloud service provider fabrics that require dense VLAN segmentation and overlay support.
  • High-performance computing clusters needing fast, reliable layer 2 connectivity.
  • Campus networks that are transitioning to software-defined access with Cisco ACI.

By adding the Nexus 6001 Enhanced Layer 2 License Spare you gain immediate access to advanced switching capabilities without purchasing additional hardware. This makes it an economical way to future-proof your network and ensure consistent performance as traffic demands grow.