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N9K-C9516-FAN=
ELA FAN TRAY FOR NEXUS 9516 CHASSIS
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N9K-C9516-FAN= Overview
N9K-C9516-FAN= is a dedicated fan module engineered for Cisco Nexus 9516 switches that ensures efficient cooling within high-performance data center environments. Designed with a modular form factor for straightforward installation, this cooling module optimizes airflow management to maintain system reliability and prevent overheating in densely populated switch fabrics.
N9K-C9516-FAN= features hot-swappable and redundant capabilities, making it ideal for reducing downtime during maintenance while supporting robust thermal management. It integrates seamlessly into Cisco Nexus 9500 Series infrastructures, underscoring its role as an essential component for maintaining optimal operating conditions in critical network environments.
N9K-C9516-FAN= price is $2,312.00, a 35.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $3,572.00. N9K-C9516-FAN= is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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N9K-C9516-FAN= Specifications
- Product Type
- Cooling Module
- Module Type
- Fan Module
- Data Rate
- N/A
- Connector Type
- N/A
- Supported Protocols
- N/A
- Form Factor
- Modular
- Operating Temperature
- N/A
- Storage Temperature
- N/A
- Input Voltage
- N/A
- Compatibility
- Cisco Nexus 9500 Series
- Max Speed
- N/A
- Supported Features
- Hot-swappable, Redundant Operation
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Interface Ports
- N/A
- Expansion Slots
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Nexus 9516 Fan Module
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
N9K-C9516-FAN= Use Case
High-Density Cooling in Enterprise Data Centers
In a large enterprise data center deploying multiple Cisco Nexus 9516 chassis, the N9K-C9516-FAN=-ELA fan tray for Nexus 9516 Chassis delivers focused, high-volume airflow across dense line cards. This targeted cooling solution eliminates thermal hotspots, maintains chassis temperatures within optimal thresholds, and extends hardware life—ensuring uninterrupted performance in mission-critical environments.
Redundant Cooling for Mission-Critical Network Uptime
A global financial services firm integrates dual N9K-C9516-FAN=-ELA fan trays in its Nexus 9516 Chassis core switches to achieve full N+1 cooling redundancy. Upon failure of a primary fan tray, the secondary unit automatically ramps up airflow to sustain cooling capacity—guaranteeing 99.999% network uptime, adherence to SLAs, and zero unplanned downtime due to thermal events.
Energy-Efficient Operations with Intelligent Fan Control
A cloud service provider leverages the N9K-C9516-FAN=-ELA fan tray for Nexus 9516 Chassis alongside Cisco’s built-in environmental sensors to dynamically modulate fan speed. By matching airflow to real-time thermal loads, the solution drives up to 15% reduction in cooling power draw, lowers total cost of ownership, and supports sustainability goals without compromising data-center performance.
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Product Comparison Table
 N9K-C9516-FAN= |  N9K-X9636C-RX |  N9K-C9508-FM-E2= |  N9K-SUP-B+ |  N9K-C9508-FM-S= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Cooling Module | Network Module | Network Module | Supervisor Module | Network Module |
| Module Type | Fan Module | Ethernet | Fabric Module | Network Supervisor | Fabric Module |
| Data Rate | N/A | 40Gbps | 40Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Connector Type | N/A | SFP+ | QSFP+ | N/A | N/A |
| Supported Protocols | N/A | TCP/IP, Fibre Channel | Ethernet, TCP/IP | TCP/IP | N/A |
| Form Factor | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | N/A | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | N/A |
| Storage Temperature | N/A | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | N/A |
| Input Voltage | N/A | 3.3V | N/A | 12V DC | N/A |
| Compatibility | Cisco Nexus 9500 Series | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series | Cisco Nexus 9500 Series | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series | Cisco Nexus 9508 |
| Max Speed | N/A | 40Gbps | 40Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Supported Features | Hot-swappable, Redundant Operation | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | High Throughput, Low Latency, Redundancy | N/A | N/A |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | N/A | Ethernet | QSFP+ | N/A | N/A |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 9516 Fan Module | Cisco Nexus N9K-X9636C-RX | Cisco Nexus 9508 Fabric Module E2 | Cisco Nexus 9000 Series N9K-SUP-B+ Supervisor Module | Cisco Nexus 9508 Fabric Module (N9K-C9508-FM-S=) |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Bushra Anwar
4
Quiet operation and effective cooling.
M
Mark Jensen
5
Essential spare for Nexus 9516 chassis.
R
Rachel Stone
3
System temperatures stabilized immediately.
Y
Yasir Ilyas
4
Works perfectly.
Questions & Answers
What is the N9K-C9516-FAN= ELA Fan Tray for Nexus 9516 Chassis?
The N9K-C9516-FAN= is a fully compatible ELA fan tray assembly designed to provide high-efficiency cooling for the Cisco Nexus 9516 chassis.
Is the ELA Fan Tray compatible with Cisco Nexus 9516 chassis?
Yes. The N9K-C9516-FAN= ELA fan tray is engineered to meet Cisco specifications and installs seamlessly into any Nexus 9516 chassis bay.
How many fan modules are included in the N9K-C9516-FAN=?
The fan tray contains six hot-swappable, variable-speed fan modules to ensure optimal thermal performance.
Can I hot-swap the ELA fan tray without shutting down my Nexus 9516?
Yes. The N9K-C9516-FAN= supports tool-less, hot-swappable replacement, allowing continuous operation during maintenance.