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N2K-C2232TF-E
Cisco N2K-C2232TF-E Nexus 2232TM-E 32-Port 10 Gigabit Fabric...
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N2K-C2232TF-E is a Layer 2 data center fabric extender with 32 copper server interfaces supporting 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps. An included uplink module provides eight 10G SFP+ fabric interfaces connecting the chassis to a compatible parent switch. The Nexus 2232TM-E operates as a remote line card rather than an independent Ethernet switch, with configuration and software supplied by the parent. Its 1U chassis provides server access without PoE endpoint power. Within the Nexus 2000 family, this configuration supports copper Ethernet and converged server connections while retaining centralized administration. The discontinued N2K-C2232TM-E uses the same hardware configuration but requires fabric-link transceivers to be specified separately. Parent-switch compatibility remains a purchase prerequisite, not an optional management enhancement.
N2K-C2232TF-E price for new stock is $21,228.24, a 50% saving from the Cisco list price of $42,456.48. N2K-C2232TF-E refurb price is $4,102.65. N2K-C2232TF-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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800 Gbps hardware switching capacity covers the host and fabric interfaces, while 595 Mpps forwarding supports packet processing through the extender. 80 Gbps fabric bandwidth in each direction connects the chassis to its parent; the 4:1 oversubscription ratio means simultaneous server traffic must share that upstream capacity. 300W maximum input power provides the ceiling for electrical and thermal planning. N2K-C2232TF-E receives its software image automatically from the parent NX-OS system rather than maintaining an independent software installation. Management reaches the extender through the parent using CLI, DCNM, CiscoWorks, SNMP or XML interfaces. Eight hardware queues per port support traffic-class separation, and 64 local policers provide per-port traffic controls. Jumbo frames reach 9216 bytes, while local classification supports 256 ACL entries. Routing and broader feature availability belong to the parent switch; the fabric extender should not be specified as an autonomous routed switch.
N2K-C2232TF-E is offered new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, rated-speed port links, clean boot, optics recognition, PSU status and fan status, with firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Specify the condition and complete hardware configuration on the PO. ORM provides up to a 3-year extended warranty on new units, up to 1 year on certified refurbished units, and 30-day returns in either condition; terms apply, while Cisco’s original 1-year limited hardware warranty ended September 30, 2025. For enterprise and volume orders, PO acceptance, government Net-30, RMA with advance replacement, and regional stock/RMA handling cover the UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS image supplied by the parent switch |
Port Configuration | 32 x 100M/1/10GBASE-T, 8 x 10G SFP+ fabric interfaces |
Max Power Draw | 300W |
Cooling | N2K-C2232-FAN or N2K-C2232-FAN-B fan module |
Replaces | N2K-C2232TF / N2K-C2232TF-10GE; end of sale November 2, 2016 |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended September 30, 2025 |
In a high-density cloud provider environment, the Nexus 2232TM-E (N2K-C2232TF-E) with 16 FET ports and selectable front-to-back airflow delivers 320 Gbps per uplink, enabling seamless spine-leaf scale-out. Redundant AC/DC power options minimize downtime, while hot-aisle containment compatibility drives 30 % lower cooling costs and 4× faster tenant provisioning.
A global university network leverages the N2K-C2232TF-E as a campus aggregation node, using 16 FET 10 GbE uplinks and user-selectable back-to-front airflow to conform to existing HVAC zones. Dual-redundant power supplies ensure 99.999 % availability, consolidating 1,200 access ports into a single 2-RU tray and reducing rack-power consumption by 25 %.
A regional service provider deploys the Nexus 2232TM-E (N2K-C2232TF-E) at its metro PoP to aggregate 16 high-speed tenant circuits using FET-enabled QSFP+ ports. Customer-selectable airflow (front/back) and AC/DC-redundant feeds streamline integration into diverse rack layouts, cutting operational expenses by 20 % and accelerating new customer turn-up by 50 %.
When replacing a retired N2K-C2232TF or N2K-C2232TF-10GE, this bundle is the named replacement for both older configurations. Existing server connections alone do not establish deployment compatibility. Before the PO, identify the installed parent switch, confirm its software compatibility, and match the replacement unit’s power and airflow configuration to the existing rack.
When standardizing replacement inventory across racks, port-side exhaust and port-side intake require different component combinations. N2200-PAC-400W pairs with N2K-C2232-FAN for exhaust airflow; N2200-PAC-400W-B pairs with N2K-C2232-FAN-B for intake airflow. Record the installed airflow direction and matching component PIDs on the PO rather than specifying the chassis number alone.
When staging an extender for an existing parent-switch environment, software compatibility is part of acceptance testing. Nexus 9000 compatibility starts at NX-OS Release 6.1 for this hardware, but the exact parent model still matters. Identify that model and software release, then verify extender discovery and host-port operation before approving the purchase configuration.
Independent Ethernet switch operation
N2K-C2232TF-E requires a compatible parent switch for configuration and operation. The chassis is a remote line card, not a standalone switch with independent administration.
Nonblocking full-rate server aggregation
N2K-C2232TF-E has a 4:1 host-to-fabric oversubscription ratio and 80 Gbps fabric bandwidth per direction. Simultaneous server traffic exceeding that upstream capacity cannot remain nonblocking.
FCoE copper connections beyond 30 meters
Nexus 2232TM-E supports FCoE host connections only to 30 meters using Category 6a or Category 7 cabling. Longer copper FCoE connections exceed that limit.
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| N2K-C2232TF-E |  N2K-C2248TP-E |  N2K-C2348TQ-E |  N2K-C2232PP |  N2K-C2348UPQ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 449.6 mm | 449.6 mm | 433.6 mm | 449.6 mm | 356.9 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 43.7 mm | 43.7 mm | 43.7 mm | 43.7 mm | 43.7 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N2K-C2232TF-E | N2K-C2248TP-E | N2K-C2348TQ-E | N2K-C2232PP | N2K-C2348UPQ |
| Power Consumption | 300W | 110W | 350W | 270W | 200W |
| Switching Capacity | 800 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 1440 Gbps | 800 Gbps | 1440 Gbps |
| Weight | 8.4 kg | 8 kg | 8 kg | 8.3 kg. | 7 kg |
| Width | 439.4 mm | 439.4 mm | 439.4 mm | 439.4 mm | 439.4 mm |
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N2K-C2232TF-E identifies a Nexus 2000 bundle built around the Nexus 2232TM-E chassis. N2K identifies the family; C2232TF identifies the 32-port copper configuration with included fabric transceivers; E selects the 2232TM-E model. The bundle contains two power supplies, one fan module and 16 FET-10G transceivers.
N2K-C2232TF-E is managed through its parent Nexus switch using CLI, DCNM, CiscoWorks, SNMP or XML interfaces. Configuration travels to the extender over its fabric connection, and the parent supplies the software image. Administration therefore depends on the parent environment rather than an independent management interface on the extender.
N2K-C2232TF-E is discontinued, with end of sale on September 9, 2020 and Cisco support ending September 30, 2025. Security support ended September 9, 2023. No replacement product is named for this exact bundle, so an order should not assume continuing Cisco service eligibility.
ORM Systems offers N2K-C2232TF-E new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for refurbished units. Returns are available for 30 days in either condition; terms apply. Cisco’s original 1-year limited hardware warranty and service availability ended September 30, 2025.
N2K-C2232TF-E is the named replacement for N2K-C2232TF and N2K-C2232TF-10GE, both discontinued with end of sale on November 2, 2016. The replacement retains the copper server-access configuration and included fabric transceivers. Parent compatibility, power configuration and airflow direction still require checking when replacing an installed unit.
N2K-C2232TF-E includes 16 FET-10G transceivers, while N2K-C2232TM-E requires fabric-link transceivers to be specified separately. Both use the Nexus 2232TM-E hardware configuration and are discontinued. The TF bundle suits a matching fabric-transceiver requirement; the TM configuration suits an installation that already has suitable optics or specifies another supported connection.
N2K-C2232TF-E offers a choice of power supply and airflow, while N2K-C2232TF-10GE specifies two AC supplies with port-side exhaust airflow. Both are discontinued. The configurable bundle suits matching an installed rack configuration; the older fixed configuration suits only its specified AC power and airflow arrangement.
N2K-C2232TF-E supports FCoE through the Nexus 2232TM-E hardware, while the Nexus 2232TM hardware in N2K-C2232TF does not support FCoE. Both bundles are discontinued. The E model suits a compatible converged Ethernet deployment; the older model is limited to Ethernet server connectivity without that FCoE capability.
Yes, the Nexus 2232TM-E supports FCoE host connections over Category 6a or Category 7 copper cabling to 30 meters. That distance is a specific FCoE constraint, not permission to use the longest Ethernet cable run. Confirm the adapter, cable category and installed path length before specifying converged connections.
N2K-C2232TF-E supports N2200-PAC-400W, N2200-PAC-400W-B and N2200-PDC-400W power supplies, with two supplies included in the bundle. The selected supplies determine AC or DC input and airflow compatibility. Match the installed N2K-C2232-FAN or N2K-C2232-FAN-B module to the supply configuration rather than treating the power options as interchangeable.
The Nexus 2232TM-E provides 800 Gbps hardware switching capacity and 595 Mpps forwarding, with 80 Gbps fabric bandwidth in each direction. Its host-to-fabric oversubscription ratio is 4:1. Hardware switching capacity should therefore not be treated as the amount of simultaneous server traffic available through the upstream fabric connections.
N2K-C2232TF-E provides eight 10G SFP+ fabric interfaces and includes 16 FET-10G transceivers. Supported alternatives include SFP-10G-SR and SFP-10G-LR optics, plus SFP-H10GB-CU1M, SFP-H10GB-CU3M and SFP-H10GB-CU5M connections. Select a connection supported at both endpoints and specify the required distance before ordering additional parts.
The Nexus 2232TM-E provides eight hardware queues per port, 64 local policers and 256 local classification ACL entries. Jumbo frames are supported to 9216 bytes. These hardware capabilities operate within the parent-managed fabric extender architecture, so the parent switch remains responsible for configuration and the broader feature set available to the deployment.
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