N5K-C5672UP Cisco Nexus 5672UP 32-port 10GBE/16xFCoE/6x40GBE Switch
N5K-C5672UP Cisco Nexus 5672UP 32-port 10GBE/16xFCoE/6x40GBE Switch
High-Density, Unified Port 10/40GbE Data Center Switch with FCoE and Layer 3 Support
The Cisco Nexus 5672UP Unified Port Switch (N5K-C5672UP) is a high-performance, ultra-low-latency data center Top-of-Rack (ToR) switch designed to support converged Ethernet and storage networking in mission-critical environments. Part of the Cisco Nexus 5000 Series, the 5672UP delivers exceptional flexibility by combining 10/40GbE Ethernet and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) in a compact 1RU form factor.
The switch features 48 Unified Ports (UP) that can be configured as 1/10GbE Ethernet or 8/16G native Fibre Channel, enabling seamless convergence of LAN and SAN traffic on a single platform. In addition, six 40GbE QSFP+ uplink ports provide high-speed connectivity to aggregation or spine layers, making the Nexus 5672UP ideal for scalable data center fabrics.
With a switching capacity of 1.44 Tbps, forwarding performance up to 1 billion packets per second, and sub-microsecond cut-through latency, the Cisco Nexus 5672UP ensures deterministic performance for latency-sensitive workloads such as virtualization, databases, and storage traffic. A 25 MB shared packet buffer helps manage bursty traffic and congestion efficiently.
Running Cisco NX-OS, the switch supports rich Layer 2 and Layer 3 features including vPC, OSPF, BGP, VRF, HSRP, multicast routing, and advanced security controls such as ACLs, role-based access, and control plane policing (CoPP). Built-in FCoE support, along with VNTag and VM-aware networking, simplifies SAN convergence and enhances visibility in virtualized environments.
Designed for nonstop operations, the Nexus 5672UP includes dual hot-swappable power supplies, redundant fan trays, and flexible front-to-back or back-to-front airflow options. It integrates seamlessly with Cisco Nexus 2000 Fabric Extenders, Cisco UCS, Cisco ACI architectures, and Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for centralized management and automation.
Product Specifications – Cisco Nexus 5672UP Unified Port Data Center Switch (N5K-C5672UP)
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| Category | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 5672UP |
| Model Number | N5K-C5672UP |
| Product Series | Cisco Nexus 5000 Series |
| Product Type | Data Center Top-of-Rack (ToR) Switch |
| Form Factor | Fixed Configuration, Rack-Mountable |
| Rack Height | 1 Rack Unit (1RU) |
| Intended Deployment | Mission-Critical Data Centers, ToR Deployments |
| Unified Ports (UP) | 48 × Unified Ports (1/10GbE Ethernet or 8/16G Fibre Channel) |
| FCoE Capability | Yes (Up to 16 FCoE Ports Supported) |
| Uplink Ports | 6 × 40GbE QSFP+ |
| Management Interfaces | 1 × RJ45 Management Port, 1 × SFP Management Port |
| Console Port | 1 × RJ45 Console |
| USB Port | 1 × USB (Configuration & Image Management) |
| Switching Capacity | 1.44 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 1 Billion Packets per Second (Bpps) |
| Latency | Sub-Microsecond (Cut-Through Switching) |
| MAC Address Table | 128,000 Entries |
| Packet Buffer | 25 MB Shared Buffer |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Layer 2 Features | VLAN, vPC, STP |
| Layer 3 Features | OSPF, BGP, VRF, HSRP, PIM |
| Multicast Support | IGMP v1/v2/v3, PIM-SM, PIM-SSM |
| Fibre Channel Support | Native FC (8G/16G), FCoE |
| Virtualization Features | VNTag, VM-Aware Networking |
| Security Features | ACLs, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), CoPP, DHCP Snooping |
| Programmability | NX-OS APIs, Automation Ready |
| Power Supplies | Dual Redundant, Hot-Swappable |
| Power Supply Type | AC or DC |
| Typical Power Consumption | ~280 W (Configuration Dependent) |
| Cooling System | Redundant Hot-Swappable Fan Trays |
| Airflow Options | Front-to-Back or Back-to-Front |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | −40°C to 70°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (Non-Condensing) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 1.72 × 17.3 × 18.1 in (4.4 × 43.9 × 46 cm) |
| Weight | Approximately 20 lbs (9.1 kg) |
| High Availability | Redundant Power and Cooling |
| Fabric Extender Support | Cisco Nexus 2000 Series FEX |
| Management Platforms | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
| UCS Integration | Cisco UCS Supported |
| ACI Compatibility | Integrates with Cisco ACI Architectures |
| Use Case – Data Center | Unified Ethernet & Storage Networking |
| Use Case – Convergence | FCoE-Based SAN Convergence |
| Use Case – Performance | Ultra-Low Latency ToR Switching |
| Package Contents | Switch Chassis (Optics, Cables, Licenses Sold Separately) |
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FAQs for N5K-C5672UP:
Can the switch handle both Ethernet and Fibre Channel traffic?
Yes, with unified ports, it supports Ethernet and FCoE on the same platform.
Is this switch suitable for top-of-rack deployments?
Yes, it’s optimized for ToR in high-performance data centers with 10/40GbE.
Does it support Layer 3 features?
Yes, with an appropriate license, the switch supports advanced Layer 3 routing.
Are the power supplies and fans field-replaceable?
Yes, both are hot-swappable and designed for redundancy.
What software does the switch use?
It runs Cisco NX-OS, optimized for data center environments with high availability and programmability.
