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N5K-C5596UP-FA
Nexus 5596UP 2RU Chassis, with 2PS, 4 Fans, 48 Fixed 10GE Po...
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N5K-C5596UP-FA is a high-performance switch built with a robust, scalable architecture that is optimized for demanding data center and enterprise environments. It features flexible power options including redundant AC power supplies to ensure continuous operation and is equipped with a mix of high-speed Ethernet and SFP uplink ports to meet diverse connectivity needs.
Designed for efficient stacking and network expansion, the N5K-C5596UP-FA delivers low latency and exceptional throughput for mission-critical applications. Its fixed configuration with dedicated uplink slots allows for simplified integration into existing infrastructures while ensuring the performance and scalability required for future growth.
N5K-C5596UP-FA price is $16,461.00, a 64.2% saving from the Cisco list price of $46,000.00. N5K-C5596UP-FA is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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Enterprises requiring sub-microsecond latency and non-blocking throughput deploy the N5K-C5596UP-FA Nexus 5596UP 2RU chassis (2PS, 4 fans, 48 fixed 10GE ports) as spine-leaf aggregation. This high-density 10GE fabric delivers seamless east-west traffic, automated VXLAN EVPN underlay, and dual-feed power redundancy for 99.999% uptime, driving scalable growth and operational efficiency.
Cloud service providers leverage the Cisco Nexus 5596UP chassis (48×10GE, 2PS, 4 fans) as the underlay switch for multi-tenant VXLAN EVPN overlays. By combining high-performance 10-Gigabit ports with NX-OS programmable automation and active-active fabric links, teams achieve dynamic VM migration, micro-segmentation, and accelerated service provisioning, reducing time-to-market and operational overhead.
Large campus networks centralize voice, video, and data over a single chassis using the N5K-C5596UP-FA Nexus 5596UP (48 fixed 10GE ports, 2PS, 4 fans). With FCoE support, advanced QoS, and hardware-based security, organizations simplify policy enforcement across hundreds of edge switches. The result is streamlined management, guaranteed service levels, and resilient connectivity with redundant power supplies.
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| N5K-C5596UP-FA |  N5K-C5672UP |  N5K-C56128P |  N5K-C5672UP-16G |  N5K-C5596T-FA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18.5 inches | 28 inches | 18 inches | 15 inches | 18 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N5K-C5596UP-FA | N5K-C5672UP | N5K-C56128P | N5K-C5672UP-16G | N5K-C5596T-FA |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Combo | Combo | Fiber |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 16 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | Over 48 Ports | Over 48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | Over 48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A |
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 5596UP-FA Universal Port Switch | Cisco Nexus 5672UP Switch | Cisco Nexus 56128P Data Center Switch | Cisco Nexus N5K-C5672UP-16G Switch | Cisco Nexus 5596T Fabric Adapter |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | Combo | 24 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 1280 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 960 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 40G | 10G | 10G | 40G |
| Weight | 30 lbs | 20 lbs | 25 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches |
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dispatched quickly and shipped worldwide from regional hubs, fully tracked and insured.
48 fixed 10GE ports provided predictable performance for our enterprise network.
Dual power supplies and fans ensured high availability.
Handles high-density workloads efficiently.
Professional-grade Cisco solution with easy management.
Stable, reliable, and enterprise-ready switch.
The Nexus 5596UP is a 2RU fixed-configuration switch featuring 48 10GE unified ports, dual hot-swappable power supplies, four hot-swappable fans, 2.88 Tbps switching capacity, and 720 Mpps forwarding performance.
It offers 48 fixed 10-Gigabit Ethernet unified ports (SFP+), supporting native Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), and LAN/SAN convergence.
The chassis includes two load-sharing, hot-swappable power supplies for N+1 redundancy and uninterrupted operation during a PSU failure or maintenance.
Four front-to-back airflow fans are hot-swappable and operate in an N+1 configuration to maintain optimal temperature and continuous performance.
The Nexus 5596UP delivers up to 2.88 Tbps of switching capacity and 720 Mpps packet forwarding rate to handle demanding data-center workloads.
It supports VXLAN, OTV, VPC, FabricPath, FCoE, and comprehensive Layer 2/3 services for scalable multi-tenant and converged deployments.
It runs Cisco NX-OS, offering modular software architecture, in-service software upgrades, extensive programmability (NX-API, Python), and Automation support.
Yes, you can deploy VPC (Virtual Port Channel) and FabricPath to create a logically aggregated, highly available, and loop-free multi-switch topology.
The chassis measures 2.68 in. (H) x 17.4 in. (W) x 22.8 in. (D) and weighs approximately 30 lbs (13.6 kg) without power supplies or optics.
With hardware-accelerated VXLAN, LISP, and EVPN, it enables scalable multi-tenant fabric overlays and efficient east-west traffic handling.
It provides a front-panel RJ-45 management port, a USB console port, and optional out-of-band Gigabit Ethernet management for remote monitoring.
It supports all Cisco SFP+ optics, including SR, LR, LRM, ER, and CWDM/DWDM, as well as third-party MSA-compliant modules for 10GE connectivity.
Ideal for enterprise data-center core, top-of-rack, and campus aggregation deployments requiring high-density 10GE and convergence capabilities.
Maximum power draw is 800 W, and it meets Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) standards to reduce operational costs under variable loads.
It includes a limited lifetime hardware warranty plus 90 days of Cisco TAC support; optional Smart Net Total Care contracts offer 24x7 hardware replacement and software updates.
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