Cisco N5K-C5672UP-16G 48x SFP+ 10Gb 6x QSFP+ 40Gb - Ethernet Switch

The Cisco N5K-C5672UP-16G stands out as a formidable machine within the realm of data center networking, a true workhorse meticulously engineered for environments demanding uncompromising performance, flexibility, and operational efficiency. It's not merely a switch; it's a strategic piece of infrastructure designed to underpin the most demanding modern applications, from vast virtualized farms to high-octane computational clusters. At its core, the excellence of the N5K-C5672UP-16G stems from its blazing speed and remarkably low latency. With a staggering 1.44 terabits per second of switching capacity and the ability to forward over a billion packets per second, it ensures that data flows unimpeded, even during peak loads. This raw power, coupled with an ultra-low latency of approximately one microsecond, makes it an indispensable component for applications where every nanosecond counts – think real-time financial trading, high-performance computing simulations, or large-scale data analytics that process massive datasets on the fly.
The Cisco N5K-C5672UP-16G is ideally suited for:

• Data Center Top-of-Rack (ToR) and End-of-Row (EoR) Deployments: Its high port density (48 x 1/10GE and 6 x 40GE) and low latency make it perfect for connecting large numbers of servers and storage devices directly within a rack or row.
• LAN/SAN Convergence: For organizations looking to consolidate their Ethernet and Fibre Channel networks onto a single infrastructure using FCoE or native Fibre Channel over the unified ports, significantly simplifying management and reducing costs.
• High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Big Data Environments: Its low latency and high throughput are critical for applications that require rapid data exchange between compute nodes and storage, such as scientific simulations, financial trading, and large-scale data analytics.
• Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructures: The robust support for VXLAN, NVGRE, and FabricPath makes it an excellent choice for building scalable, flexible, and secure virtualized environments and private/hybrid clouds, enabling efficient VM mobility and multi-tenancy.
• Data Center Aggregation and Core Layers: In smaller to medium-sized data centers, or as an aggregation layer in larger ones, its high switching capacity and Layer 3 features allow it to serve as a powerful backbone, connecting multiple access switches.
• Enterprise Networks Requiring High Bandwidth: Large enterprises needing to upgrade their network infrastructure to support increasing bandwidth demands from applications, rich media, and growing user bases will benefit from its performance and unified fabric capabilities.