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N5K-C5010P-B-S
Cisco N5K-C5010P-B-S Nexus 5000 20-Port 10 Gigabit Ethernet...
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N5K-C5010P-B-S is a managed Layer 2 data center switch kit built around 20 fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports and one expansion-module slot. The 1U Nexus 5010 combines Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet connectivity for rack servers and converged network adapters rather than providing powered copper access for office endpoints. Expansion options change the available Ethernet or native Fibre Channel connections without changing the fixed-port configuration. Unlike the discontinued N5K-C5010P-LAB-S with 4G native Fibre Channel, this kit is the 8G FC Unified Fabric version. The Cisco Nexus 5000 family uses cut-through forwarding and front-to-back cooling, so rack airflow direction and the required storage interfaces belong in the purchase configuration. Ethernet link speeds and native Fibre Channel speeds remain separate specifications.
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520 Gbps switching capacity establishes the hardware throughput class for fixed-port traffic and supported expansion configurations. Native IP routing is unavailable, so traffic between IP subnets requires an external routing device rather than a software-tier upgrade. N5K-C5010P-B-S runs NX-OS, with a serial console and a separate 10/100/1000 Ethernet management interface for administration outside the data path. LACP negotiates port channels, while vPC supports connections across two switches without creating a conventional hardware stack. Standard Cisco Fabric Manager provides configuration and troubleshooting; N5000FMS1K9 adds server-based management and historical monitoring functions. Power planning uses the 410W system maximum rather than treating the N5K-PAC-550W supply rating as chassis consumption. The operating range of 0°C to 40°C requires the rack environment to remain within those limits, including during periods of increased equipment load.
N5K-C5010P-B-S is offered new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, rated-speed links on every port, clean boot, optics bay recognition, PSU status and fan status, with firmware verified and configurations wiped to factory default. Specify condition, required expansion hardware, supply count and compatible link components on the PO. ORM warranties provide up to a 3-year extended term on new units and up to 1 year on certified refurbished units; both conditions have 30-day returns, terms apply, while Cisco service ended November 30, 2017. PO accepted, Net-30 for government and RMA with advance replacement support enterprise and volume purchasing.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 20 x 10G SFP+ / 1 expansion slot |
Max Power Draw | 410W |
Cooling | 2 x N5K-C5010-FAN= fan modules |
Lifecycle Status | Support ended November 30, 2017 |
When a staging rack must connect both Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet equipment, only the first eight fixed ports support both speeds. A layout that assumes every cage accepts a Gigabit Ethernet connection will not fit this hardware. Check endpoint speeds and assign ports before specifying link components on the PO.
For a sparing program covering UK, EU, US or MEA operations, regional stock and RMA handling can be included in procurement planning. Treat the spare as a complete configuration rather than a chassis-only line item, and record the required condition and component inventory before releasing the PO.
Active Cisco hardware service coverage
Cisco hardware support for N5K-C5010P-B-S ended November 30, 2017. An order requiring active manufacturer service coverage cannot be satisfied by this model, regardless of hardware condition.
Inter-VLAN routing within the switch
N5K-C5010P-B-S provides Layer 2 switching rather than IP inter-VLAN routing. A design requiring local subnet gateways needs a separate routing device.
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| N5K-C5010P-B-S |  N5696-M4C |  N5K-C5596UP-FA |  N55-M16P |  N5K-C5020P-B-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 100 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Modular | Rack-Mount 2U | Modular | Rack-Mount 2U |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N5K-C5010P-B-S | N5696-M4C | N5K-C5596UP-FA | N55-M16P | N5K-C5020P-B-S |
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N5K-C5010P-B-S identifies the Nexus 5010 Solutions Kit for 8G FC Unified Fabric. N5K identifies the Nexus 5000 family, C5010P identifies the Nexus 5010 hardware, and B-S distinguishes this solutions-kit form. The storage-speed description does not change the Ethernet interfaces: the fixed Ethernet ports operate at 10 Gigabit Ethernet.
The Nexus 5010 is managed through the NX-OS command-line interface and Cisco Fabric Manager. A serial console and separate 10/100/1000 Ethernet management port provide administrative access outside the data ports. Standard Fabric Manager handles configuration and troubleshooting; N5000FMS1K9 adds server-based management functions rather than changing Ethernet port capacity.
N5K-C5010P-B-S is discontinued: end of sale was November 27, 2012, and Cisco hardware support ended November 30, 2017. New sealed stock or refurbished hardware does not restart the manufacturer's support lifecycle. Procurement must therefore distinguish the condition of the hardware from eligibility for Cisco manufacturer service.
ORM offers N5K-C5010P-B-S new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for refurbished units. Both conditions have 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's hardware warranty and service coverage ended November 30, 2017; ORM's coverage is separate.
N5010-SSK9 is the Nexus 5010 Storage Protocols Services License relevant to storage-service procurement for N5K-C5010P-B-S. N5000FMS1K9 is a separate Fabric Manager Server License for advanced management functions. Standard Cisco Fabric Manager configuration and troubleshooting are included at no charge, so software quotes should separate storage entitlement from optional monitoring.
N5K-C5010P-B-S supports N5K-M1600 and N5K-M1404 Ethernet expansion options in its single expansion-module slot. N5K-M1600 provides six additional 10G Ethernet ports; N5K-M1404 provides four 10G Ethernet ports plus four 4/2/1G Fibre Channel ports. Specify the intended module and required link components separately from the kit identifier.
N5K-PAC-550W is the AC power supply for Nexus 5010 hardware used by N5K-C5010P-B-S. The chassis supports redundant power, but supply capacity is not chassis consumption: system power planning uses a 410W maximum. Record the required supply quantity and regional power-cord requirements on the PO.
No, N5K-C5010P-B-S is a Layer 2 switch and does not provide IP inter-VLAN routing. Traffic between IP subnets needs an external routing device. An Ethernet management port or NX-OS management commands do not change that forwarding role, and a storage-service license is not a Layer 3 upgrade.
Yes, the first eight fixed ports on the Nexus 5010 support both Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet. That dual-speed capability does not extend to every fixed port, so Gigabit endpoint placement must respect the restriction. Confirm the selected interface's speed setting and compatible link component before ordering the connection.
N5K-C5010P-B-S is the 8G FC Unified Fabric kit, whereas N5K-C5010P-LAB-S is the older 4G native Fibre Channel lab kit. Both are discontinued. The former identifies an 8G FC storage configuration; the latter belongs with an existing 4G FC lab configuration rather than a current production refresh.
N5K-C5010P-B-S uses a Nexus 5010 with 20 fixed 10G SFP+ ports, whereas N5K-C5020P-B-S uses a Nexus 5020 with 40. Both are 8G FC Unified Fabric kits and both are discontinued. The 5010 kit matches lower-port-count legacy requirements; the 5020 kit matches an existing installation requiring the larger fixed-port count.
N5K-C5010P-B-S is an 8G FC Unified Fabric solutions kit, whereas N5K-C5010P-BF is the 20-port Nexus 5010 base chassis supplied without a power supply. Both are discontinued. The kit identifies a storage-oriented bundle; the bare chassis serves legacy orders whose power and expansion components are itemized separately.
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