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N3K-ES-XF-5Y Overview
N3K-ES-XF-5Y-NX-OS ESSEN FOR XF NEXUS 3K is a specialized operating system designed specifically for XF Nexus 3K hardware in enterprise network environments. It falls under the operating system software category and is engineered to offer optimal performance and robust network management capabilities in data centers and IT infrastructures.
The product is available as an OEM license with a lifetime duration and is intended primarily for enterprise use, where it is deployed on a per-device basis. Delivered via digital key and activated online, N3K-ES-XF-5Y-NX-OS ESSEN FOR XF NEXUS 3K is built to support cross-platform environments and is backed by vendor support to ensure IT management and network reliability.
N3K-ES-XF-5Y price is $9,075.00, a 47.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $17,246.00. N3K-ES-XF-5Y is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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N3K-ES-XF-5Y Specifications
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Product Type
- Software License
- License Type
- OEM
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- User Count
- N/A
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Language Support
- English
- Software Category
- Operating System
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Platform Compatibility
- Cross-Platform
- Product Name
- N3K-ES-XF-5Y-NX-OS ESSEN FOR XF NEXUS 3K
N3K-ES-XF-5Y Use Case
Enterprise Data Center Core Fabric Acceleration
In a global enterprise data center consolidation project, deploying N3K-ES-XF-5Y-NX-OS ESSEN FOR XF NEXUS 3K delivers line-rate 10/25/40 Gb performance, BGP EVPN segmentation and five-year NX-OS support. Outcome: 35% lower latency, 99.99% availability and simplified 5-year license management, cutting TCO by 20%.
Automated Hybrid Cloud On-Ramp Orchestration
A financial services firm integrates on-prem Nexus 3K fabric with AWS and Azure using N3K-ES-XF-5Y-NX-OS ESSEN FOR XF NEXUS 3K for full NX-OS programmability and Ansible automation. Outcome: 60% faster provisioning, consistent security policy enforcement across clouds and guaranteed feature updates/support for five years.
Multi-Tenant Edge Service Hosting with EVPN-VXLAN
A service provider builds edge PoPs for SaaS customers requiring isolated tenant fabrics. N3K-ES-XF-5Y-NX-OS ESSEN FOR XF NEXUS 3K enables EVPN-VXLAN segmentation, QoS enforcement and multi-tenant SLAs. Outcome: 50% faster tenant onboarding, strict traffic isolation, scalable to 100+ tenants and five-year feature/license coverage.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| N3K-ES-XF-5Y |  N3K-ES-XF= |  N3524-LAN1K9= |  N3548-ALGK9= |  N3K-LAN2K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Operating System | Operating System | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| License Type | OEM | OEM | Volume | Volume | Perpetual |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | Unlimited | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | Cross-Platform | N/A | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Not Required | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | N3K-ES-XF-5Y-NX-OS ESSEN FOR XF NEXUS 3K | N3K-ES-XF=-NX-OS ESSENTIALS FOR XF NEXUS 3K | NEXUS 3524 LAYER 3 LAN ENTERPRISE LICS SPARE | N3548-ALGK9=-Nexus 3500 Algo Boost License | N3K-LAN2K9-NEXUS 3000 XF2 LAN ENT LICS |
| License Key Included | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | N/A | No | No | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
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Amelia Ward
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Professional-grade usability and smooth deployment.
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Benjamin Brooks
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Minimal setup effort and predictable B2B operations.
G
Grace Hayes
5
Reliable enterprise network performance.
O
Owen Ward
5
Easy activation and strong usability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco N3K-ES-XF-5Y license for Nexus 3000 series?
The N3K-ES-XF-5Y is a five-year NX-OS Essentials term license providing foundational Layer 2/3 switching, basic QoS and security for Cisco Nexus 3000 switches.
Which Nexus 3000 models are compatible with N3K-ES-XF-5Y?
This license is compatible with all Cisco Nexus 3000 series switches running NX-OS software that support Essentials Feature Set licensing.
What core features does the NX-OS Essentials license include?
NX-OS Essentials grants IPv4/IPv6 routing, VLANs, STP, static routes, basic QoS, ACLs and industry-standard security features.
How do I install the N3K-ES-XF-5Y license on my switch?
Use the NX-OS CLI command “license install” with your Smart Licensing token or license file, then reload or activate as directed.
Does N3K-ES-XF-5Y include software updates and upgrades?
Yes, the five-year term license entitles you to all minor and maintenance NX-OS releases within the Essentials Feature Set.
How do I verify the license status after installation?
Run “show license status” or “show license usage” in the NX-OS CLI to confirm activation, expiry and feature entitlement.
When does the N3K-ES-XF-5Y license expire?
The license expires five years from the date of activation; expiration is visible via the CLI and Smart Licensing portal.
Can I renew the N3K-ES-XF-5Y license before expiration?
Yes, contact your Cisco reseller or use the Cisco Smart Software Manager to purchase and assign a renewal term license.
What support entitlements come with the five-year term license?
You receive full Cisco TAC technical support and access to NX-OS software updates for the duration of the five-year term.
How does the term-based N3K-ES-XF-5Y differ from a perpetual license?
The term license grants feature access for five years only, whereas a perpetual license provides indefinite use without term-based limits.
Can I upgrade from Essentials to Advanced features?
Yes, you can migrate to a higher-tier term or perpetual license (for example, N3K-ADV or similar) through Cisco Smart Licensing.
Is the N3K-ES-XF-5Y license transferable between devices?
Subject to Cisco’s Smart License policy, you may revoke and reassign the license to another qualified Nexus 3000 switch.
What use cases benefit most from NX-OS Essentials?
Ideal for data center leaf/spine topologies requiring reliable Layer 2/3 switching, secure segmentation and foundational QoS.
How do I order the N3K-ES-XF-5Y license?
Purchase through authorized Cisco partners or the Cisco Commerce Workspace using SKU N3K-ES-XF-5Y and assign via Smart Licensing.
Can I view and manage my N3K-ES-XF-5Y license online?
Yes, log in to the Cisco Smart Software Manager portal to view status, expiration dates and entitlement details.
What is the difference between Cisco Smart Licensing and classic licensing?
Smart Licensing provides centralized, cloud-based entitlement management and usage tracking, replacing manual PAKs and CLI installs.