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Cisco Nexus 7000 F3 Series 12 Port 40G Ethernet Module 40Gbe Qsfp

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Cisco Nexus 7000 F3 Series 12 Port 40G Ethernet Module 40Gbe QsfpThe Cisco Nexus 7000 F3 Series 12 Port 40G Ethernet Module is a high density, hot swappable solution engineered for mission critical data centers. Designed to power Ciscos Unified Fabric Architecture, this 12 port 40G module delivers line rate performance across dense uplinks, enabling seamless consolidation of workloads, rapid server mobility, and efficient storage traffic management with minimal latency. Built to scale with cloud scale applications,

The Cisco Nexus 7000 F3 Series 12-Port 40G Ethernet Module is a high-density, hot-swappable solution engineered for mission-critical data centers. Designed to power Cisco’s Unified Fabric Architecture, this 12-port 40G module delivers line-rate performance across dense uplinks, enabling seamless consolidation of workloads, rapid server mobility, and efficient storage traffic management with minimal latency. Built to scale with cloud-scale applications, virtualized clusters, and demanding analytics, it provides a robust foundation for a flexible, policy-driven data center fabric. With its dense form factor and flexible breakout options, the F3-Series 12-Port 40G Ethernet Module harmonizes with Cisco NX-OS and fabric automation to simplify provisioning, monitoring, and fault isolation while driving down operational costs. Whether you’re expanding capacity in a growing enterprise or designing a resilient, scalable fabric for hyper-converged infrastructure, this module delivers the performance, reliability, and adaptability you need to stay ahead of rising workloads and evolving business requirements.

  • Dense 12-port 40G QSFP+ design: 12 native 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports in a compact, hot-swappable module to maximize Nexus 7000 chassis density and uplink capacity, enabling aggressive aggregation and simple scale-out paths for data-center fabrics.
  • Flexible breakout and aggregation: Supports native 40G operation and breakout options (4x10G where supported), allowing scalable connections to servers, storage arrays, and fabric interconnects without compromising performance or cabling efficiency.
  • Unified Fabric-ready: Seamlessly integrates with Cisco’s Unified Fabric Architecture, delivering policy-driven automation, streamlined provisioning, and centralized management across the data center fabric for consistent, reliable operations.
  • Enterprise-grade reliability: Built for high availability with hot-swappable design, robust diagnostics, and tight NX-OS integration for straightforward monitoring, upgrades, and rapid fault isolation in mission-critical environments.
  • Energy-efficient and scalable design: Optimized for data-center density and reduced power-per-port, helping lower total cost of ownership while supporting future growth and evolving workload profiles.

Technical Details of Cisco Nexus 7000 F3-Series 12-Port 40G Ethernet Module

  • Module type: F3-Series 12-Port 40G Ethernet module designed for Cisco Nexus 7000 series switches.
  • Ports: 12 x 40-Gbps QSFP+ Ethernet ports for high-density uplinks and interconnects.
  • Data rate per port: 40 Gbps per port, with a theoretical total potential bandwidth of up to 480 Gbps across all ports in a single module configuration.
  • Interface type: QSFP+ (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable) connectors enabling flexible, high-speed fiber or copper cabling options.
  • Form factor and compatibility: Nexus 7000 F3-Series module is compatible with appropriate Nexus 7000 chassis line cards and supports Cisco NX-OS features.
  • Management and monitoring: Integrated with Cisco NX-OS, providing visibility through standard commands, SNMP, NetFlow, and policy-based management when used within a Cisco fabric environment.
  • Reliability and availability: Designed for hot-swappable operation with robust diagnostics and tight integration with Cisco fabric management to support rapid fault isolation and minimal downtime.

How to install Cisco Nexus 7000 F3-Series 12-Port 40G Ethernet Module

  • Prepare the chassis and environment: Ensure the Cisco Nexus 7000 chassis is powered down or in a service window that allows hot-swapping. Use proper ESD precautions and verify that the slot is available for a new module with no existing faults in the chassis.
  • Remove the existing module (if upgrading): If replacing an older module, carefully release and remove it from the appropriate plug-in slot, ensuring the enclosure is stable and the surrounding cabling is orderly to prevent damage.
  • Insert the F3-Series module: Align the module with the slot and firmly seat it until it is fully engaged. Confirm that the module latch engages and the module is locked into place, ensuring proper electrical contact.
  • Connect cabling: Attach the appropriate 40G QSFP+ cables (fiber or copper) to the module’s QSFP+ interfaces. Route cables for optimal airflow and minimal bend radius to maintain signal integrity and cooling efficiency.
  • Power up and verify: Power on the chassis (if applicable) and use Cisco NX-OS commands to verify recognition and status. Typical checks include showing the module slot status, interface state, and physical link status (for example, show module, show interface status, and show version). Confirm that all 12 ports are detected and operational, and begin baseline traffic testing to validate performance.
  • Configure and monitor: Apply policy-driven configurations through NX-OS, enable telemetry, and integrate with your fabric management system for centralized monitoring, alerts, and automated provisioning. Validate successful breakout configurations if 4x10G operation is required in your environment.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the primary purpose of the Cisco Nexus 7000 F3-Series 12-Port 40G Ethernet Module? It provides dense, high-speed 40G uplinks for Nexus 7000 chassis, enabling scalable aggregation, server connectivity, and storage traffic management within a unified fabric environment.
  • Can this module operate in breakout mode? Yes, it supports native 40G operation and breakout to 4x10G where supported by the chassis and line cards, enabling flexible connections to various devices and architectures.
  • Is the module hot-swappable? Yes. The F3-Series module is designed for hot-swappable deployment to minimize downtime and service interruptions.
  • Does it integrate with Cisco NX-OS and Unified Fabric? Absolutely. It is engineered to work with Cisco NX-OS, policy-driven automation, and the Cisco Unified Fabric Architecture for centralized management and simplified provisioning.
  • What is the total potential bandwidth of a single module? The module provides 12 ports at 40 Gbps each, for a theoretical total bandwidth of up to 480 Gbps across all ports in a single module configuration.
  • What type of connectors does it use? It uses QSFP+ (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable) connectors, supporting both high-speed fiber and, where supported, copper cabling options.
  • Which Cisco platforms is this module compatible with? It is designed for Cisco Nexus 7000 series switches and requires compatible Nexus 7000 chassis line cards and NX-OS features to operate correctly.
  • What kind of management capabilities are available? Management and monitoring are provided through Cisco NX-OS, with visibility via standard commands, SNMP, NetFlow, and policy-based management when used within a Cisco fabric environment.
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