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N5K-C5548P-FA
Cisco N5K-C5548P-FA Nexus 5500 32-Port 10 Gigabit Switch, Fi...
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N5K-C5548P-FA is a managed Layer 2 data center switch with 32 fixed 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports and one expansion slot. The Nexus 5500 chassis runs NX-OS and supports fixed-port connections alongside optional modular expansion; an expansion module is not included in the base configuration. The fixed interfaces carry Ethernet and FCoE rather than native Fibre Channel, and the switch does not provide PoE for endpoints. Its 1U chassis serves rack-level server connectivity and aggregation connections. The discontinued N5K-C5548UP-FA differs by providing unified fixed ports that can support native Fibre Channel. That distinction matters when replacing an existing chassis: Ethernet connectivity, storage connectivity, and installed expansion hardware must match the configuration being retained.
N5K-C5548P-FA price for new stock is $1,543.49. N5K-C5548P-FA refurb price is $246.66. N5K-C5548P-FA is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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960 Gbps switching capacity accommodates the maximum expanded Ethernet configuration, while 714.24 Mpps Layer 2 forwarding supports packet-intensive traffic. 32000 MAC entries provide address-table capacity for connected devices, and support for 4096 VLANs allows traffic separation across server environments. MSTP supports 64 instances, while LACP supports aggregated Ethernet connections. N5K-C5548P-FA provides console access, SSHv2, Telnet, SNMP, and centralized administration through Cisco DCNM. Embedded packet analysis and interface counters assist troubleshooting without changing the physical connection plan. 600W maximum consumption for the AC-powered Layer 2 configuration establishes the electrical planning limit; typical operating consumption is 390W. Two N55-PAC-750W power supplies provide 1:1 power redundancy, rather than combining their ratings into a higher switch-consumption figure. The base configuration does not include Layer 3 routing hardware.
Specify N5K-C5548P-FA in new sealed or certified refurbished condition, and include the required accessories and quantities on the purchase order. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on, POST, clean boot, every port linking at rated speed, optics bay recognition, module bay recognition, PSU status, and fan status; firmware is verified and configuration wiped to factory default. ORM warranties provide up to a 3-year extended term for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units, with 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. Enterprise and volume POs are accepted, government buyers receive Net-30, and RMA with advance replacement is available through regional operations in the UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 32 x 1/10G SFP+ |
Max Power Draw | 600W |
Cooling | 2 x N5548P-FAN fan modules |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended September 30, 2020 |
Replacement PID | N5K-C5672UP discontinued; no current successor |
When replenishing replacement inventory, specify the power-cord variant alongside the chassis rather than leaving regional cabling to receiving staff. CAB-9K12A-NA provides a North American NEMA 5-15 connection. Confirm the destination receptacle and include the required cord quantity on the purchase order.
When purchasing a chassis for configuration staging, include XML NETCONF access and configuration rollback in the acceptance plan. These functions let engineers prepare their automation and recovery procedures before installation. Specify the intended management workflow and the configuration checks required before the purchase order is released.
When standardizing replacement equipment across sites, match front-to-back airflow to the existing cabinet arrangement rather than treating every assembly as interchangeable. The FA configuration uses that airflow direction. Record the required orientation in the equipment schedule and confirm the receiving location before issuing the purchase order.
Active Cisco hardware support coverage
Cisco support ended September 30, 2020. The replacement N5K-C5672UP is also discontinued, with no current successor available in that replacement line.
Native Fibre Channel on fixed ports
The fixed interfaces support Ethernet and FCoE, not native Fibre Channel. An unexpanded chassis cannot directly satisfy a requirement for native Fibre Channel connections.
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| N5K-C5548P-FA |  N55-M16UP |  N55-M160L3 |  N5K-C5548UP-FA |  N55-D160L3 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Modular | Modular | Rack-Mount 1U | Modular |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N5K-C5548P-FA | N55-M16UP | N55-M160L3 | N5K-C5548UP-FA | N55-D160L3 |
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N5K-C5548P-FA identifies a Nexus 5000-family 5548P chassis in a front-to-back airflow assembly with AC power. The complete configuration includes 32 fixed interfaces, two N55-PAC-750W power supplies, two N5548P-FAN fan modules, and one expansion slot. The 5548P model designation does not mean 48 fixed ports.
Cisco Nexus 5500 switches support console CLI, network CLI through SSHv2 or Telnet, SNMP, and XML NETCONF management. Centralized options include Cisco DCNM, Cisco Fabric Manager, and CiscoWorks LMS. Management can use the dedicated management connection or in-band connectivity, so specify the intended access method during staging.
N5K-C5548P-FA is discontinued, and Cisco support ended September 30, 2020. Cisco ended sales on September 26, 2015, software maintenance on September 25, 2016, and vulnerability support on September 25, 2018. Purchasing remaining inventory does not restart those milestones or restore Cisco service eligibility.
ORM offers N5K-C5548P-FA 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 every condition; terms apply. Cisco's original 1-year limited hardware warranty is no longer active; Cisco coverage ended September 30, 2020.
Cisco Nexus 5500 licensing includes individual feature licenses and the historical Cisco ONE purchasing path. Default software provides Layer 2 switching; optional entitlements cover routing, storage services, and FabricPath. Layer 3 Base uses N55-BAS1K9, while Layer 3 Enterprise uses N55-LAN1K9, with routing hardware also required.
N5K-C5548P-FA has 32 fixed 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ interfaces and one expansion slot. Installing the discontinued N55-M16P adds 16 Ethernet interfaces, bringing the expanded chassis to 48 ports. Fixed interfaces support Ethernet and FCoE, but they do not become native Fibre Channel ports through a software setting.
Yes, N5K-C5548P-FA includes two N55-PAC-750W AC power supplies with 1:1 redundancy. The assembly accepts 100-240V AC input. Maximum Layer 2 consumption is 600W, so the combined supply ratings must not be treated as the switch's operating consumption when planning rack electrical capacity.
N5K-C5548P-FA requires an optional Layer 3 daughter card and routing licenses for Layer 3 operation; the base chassis is Layer 2. N55-BAS1K9 includes OSPFv2 limited to 256 dynamically learned routes. N55-LAN1K9 adds full EIGRP and BGP, with hardware routing capacity limited to 8000 entries.
N5K-C5548UP-FA provides unified fixed ports supporting native Fibre Channel, while N5K-C5548P-FA fixed ports support Ethernet and FCoE. Both models are discontinued. For like-for-like replacement planning, the P assembly matches Ethernet-focused installations; the UP assembly matches installations that already depend on native Fibre Channel through fixed ports.
N5K-C5548P-FA includes two N55-PAC-750W power supplies and two N5548P-FAN fan modules, while N5K-C5548P is a bare chassis without either assembly. Both are discontinued. The FA configuration suits replacement orders requiring complete power and cooling; the bare chassis suits repairs retaining compatible existing assemblies.
N5K-C5548P-FA has 32 fixed ports and one expansion slot, while N5K-C5596UP-FA has 48 fixed ports and three expansion slots. Both are discontinued. The smaller configuration matches replacement requirements within its existing interface count; the larger configuration matches legacy installations requiring greater fixed-port density and expansion capacity.
N5K-C5672UP replaced N5K-C5548P-FA, but N5K-C5672UP is also discontinued. Its configuration includes 32 Ethernet SFP+ ports, 16 unified SFP+ ports, and six QSFP+ ports. There is no current successor available in that replacement line, so the historical replacement should not be treated as a current-production option.
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