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Nexus 3548 Layer 3 LAN Enterprise License Spare
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N3548-LAN1K9 Overview
N3548-LAN1K9-Nexus 3548 Layer 3 LAN Enterprise License Spare is a specialized software license in the network management category designed to enhance the functionality of Nexus 3548 Layer 3 LAN switches within enterprise environments. This OEM license offers a lifetime duration and is intended for enterprise use, ensuring seamless integration with IT management systems and providing a reliable spare option for critical network infrastructure.
Optimized for digital delivery via a digital key, this license supports online activation and is tailored for use in enterprise settings without traditional user or device count limits. While it does not specify a particular operating system or platform compatibility, its design is centered around integrated network hardware solutions, making it ideally suited for IT management in businesses and data centers.
N3548-LAN1K9 price is $2,980.00, a 68.6% saving from the Cisco list price of $9,502.00. N3548-LAN1K9 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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N3548-LAN1K9 Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Brand
- Cisco
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- OEM
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- Product Name
- N3548-LAN1K9-Nexus 3548 Layer 3 LAN Enterprise License Spare
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Product Region
- Global
N3548-LAN1K9 Use Case
Zero-Downtime Core Aggregation with N3548-LAN1K9 License Spare
In a large enterprise data center, IT operations leverage the Nexus 3548 Layer 3 LAN Enterprise License Spare (N3548-LAN1K9) on secondary core switches to maintain full OSPF/BGP functionality during planned upgrades or unexpected failures. The spare license auto-activates, delivering uninterrupted sub-50 µs latency switching and preserving business-critical traffic flows. Benefit: 100% SLA compliance, elimination of maintenance windows and zero-impact software upgrades.
Scalable Multi-Tenant VXLAN EVPN Fabric Expansion
A cloud service provider running a multi-tenant VXLAN EVPN fabric uses Nexus 3548 leaf switches to segment customer workloads. By deploying N3548-LAN1K9 as a license spare, new or replacement leaf switches instantly inherit full Layer 3 LAN Enterprise features—automating tenant on-boarding and fabric growth. Benefit: Rapid tenant provisioning, simplified fabric scaling and consistent network segmentation without manual licensing delays.
High-Performance Edge Routing for Financial Services
In a low-latency trading environment, a financial institution’s internet-edge Nexus 3548 switches require advanced BGP edge-routing capabilities. The N3548-LAN1K9 spare license sits on hot-standby units, ensuring immediate activation in failover scenarios. Customers experience uninterrupted trading sessions and sub-200 ms BGP convergence. Benefit: Continuous market connectivity, guaranteed license coverage and automatic recovery under peak transaction loads.
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Product Comparison Table 
| N3548-LAN1K9 |  N3K-AD-XF2-5Y |  N3K-STR1K9 |  L-N3K-LAN1K9 |  N3548-ALGK9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Network Management | Operating System | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| License Type | OEM | Subscription | Subscription | Perpetual | Volume |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Email Delivery | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | N3548-LAN1K9-Nexus 3548 Layer 3 LAN Enterprise License Spare | N3K-AD-XF2-5Y-NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 5 year | N3K-STR1K9-Telemetry Lic for Nexus 3000 Platform | L-N3K-LAN1K9-Nexus 3000 LAN Enterprise License, eDelivery | N3548-ALGK9-Nexus 3500 Algo Boost License |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
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If a unit ever falls short, our streamlined RMA process gets a replacement to you fast, with advance replacement available to keep your network running. No jargon, no runaround.
Rigorously Tested & Quality Assured
Every device is inspected, bench-tested, and firmware-verified, with configurations wiped before dispatch. Additional testing can be arranged to confirm full working condition on request.
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Reviews & Ratings
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Jack Hayes
5
Layer 3 LAN Enterprise license for Nexus 3548 provides stable operations with predictable enterprise performance.
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Amelia Ward
4
Professional-grade usability with smooth deployment.
B
Benjamin Brooks
4
Reliable activation and strong operational consistency.
G
Grace Hayes
4
Stable and predictable network operations.
O
Owen Ward
4
Easy integration and B2B-ready performance.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Nexus 3548 Layer 3 LAN Enterprise License Spare (SKU: N3548-LAN1K9)?
It is a backup enterprise software license for Cisco Nexus 3548 switches that enables full layer 3 routing, advanced LAN features, and quality of service capabilities.
Which advanced features does the enterprise license enable on Nexus 3548?
The enterprise license activates OSPFv3, BGP, IPv6 routing, multicast, VXLAN, EVPN, QoS, and access control lists for robust network segmentation and scalability.
How do I install the Nexus 3548 LAN Enterprise license spare?
Upload the license file via the Cisco NX-OS CLI or DCNM, run “license install <filename>,” and reboot the switch to activate the license.
Is the enterprise license spare compatible with Cisco NX-OS versions?
Yes. It supports Cisco NX-OS 9.2(1) and later; always verify compatibility with your switch’s firmware release notes before installation.
Can I transfer the Nexus 3548 enterprise license to a new switch?
Yes. Use Cisco Smart Software Manager to revoke the license from the existing switch and assign it to the replacement chassis.
What is the difference between a primary license and a spare license?
A primary license is bound to a specific chassis, while a spare license remains unassigned until allocated to replacement hardware during failover.
How do I validate the license status on my Nexus 3548 switch?
Run “show license status” in the NX-OS CLI to display active entitlements, usage details, and expiration dates.
Do I need an active Cisco Smart Account to deploy the enterprise license?
Yes. An active Cisco Smart Account is required to register, assign, and manage all Nexus 3548 licenses centrally.
What support options are available for Nexus 3548 licenses?
Cisco TAC provides 24/7 software support, software updates, and entitlements management under a Cisco SMARTnet contract.
How do I upgrade from LAN Base to LAN Enterprise on Nexus 3548?
Purchase the Enterprise license spare (SKU: N3548-LAN1K9), upload and install the license file, then reboot the switch to enable advanced features.
Can I use the Nexus 3548 spare license for lab and production environments?
Yes. The spare license can be deployed in both lab and production environments subject to Cisco’s licensing terms and capacity limits.
What is the renewal process for the Nexus 3548 Layer 3 enterprise license?
Renewals are managed via Cisco Smart Software Manager: purchase a renewal subscription and update entitlements in your Smart Account.
How does Cisco handle license entitlements and spares?
Cisco issues entitlements through your Smart Account; spares remain unassigned until you allocate them to a device, ensuring compliance and availability.
Are there prerequisites for deploying the enterprise license on Nexus 3548?
Ensure your switch firmware meets the minimum NX-OS version, you have a valid Smart Account, and adequate storage to upload the license package.
Where can I purchase or order SKU: N3548-LAN1K9?
You can order SKU: N3548-LAN1K9 directly through Cisco resellers or via the Cisco Commerce Workspace portal.
How does the enterprise license improve network performance on Nexus 3548?
By enabling hardware acceleration for L3 forwarding, multicast routing, and QoS policies, the license maximizes throughput and reduces latency.