N77-C7706-B26S2E-R Cisco Nexus 7706 Managed L3 Switch Bundle (Chassis, 2x SUP2E, 6x FAB2), No Power Supplies
Cisco Nexus N77-C7706-B26S2E-R: Modular 7706 L3 Switch Bundle
Future-Proof Your Network with the Cisco Nexus 7706 Switch
Designed to meet the requirements of the most mission-critical data centers, the Cisco Nexus 7706 switch delivers outstanding availability and scalability, and a comprehensive NX-OS feature set that includes real-time system upgrades with exceptional manageability and serviceability.
The Cisco Nexus 7706 chassis incorporates significant enhancements in design, power, airflow, cooling, and cabling. Utilizing true front-to-back airflow, the 7706 switch is an excellent solution for hot-aisle and cold-aisle deployments. The power supplies, I/O modules, and supervisor modules are accessible from the front of the chassis, and the fabric modules and fan trays are accessible from the back of the chassis. In addition, the Cisco Nexus 7706 has many power saving enhancements such as temperature sensors, variable-speed fans, and high-efficiency power supplies that reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) for customers. While our listed bundle includes 2 SUP2Es, 6 FAB2s, and no power supplies, we are always able to help you put together a different custom configuration. Contact us for inquiries.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | N77-C7706-B26S2E-R |
| Product Series | Cisco Nexus 7700 Series |
| Form Factor | 7 RU modular chassis |
| Included Components | 6-slot chassis, 2 x SUP2E Supervisor Modules, 6 x Fabric-2 Modules |
| Power Supplies | Not included (supports up to 3 power supplies, ordered separately) |
| Supervisor Modules | SUP2E: High-Performance Supervisor Engine supporting advanced Layer 2/3 features |
| Fabric Modules | Fabric-2 Modules for high-speed data plane connectivity |
| Slot Capacity | Supports up to 6 I/O modules |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 1.32 Tbps per slot |
| Forwarding Rate | Platform-dependent; supports high-density, high-performance switching |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| Supported Line Cards | Compatible with Cisco Nexus 7700 Series line cards for 1G, 10G, 40G, and 100G |
| Routing Protocols | BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, VXLAN, MPLS |
| VLAN Support | Up to 4,096 VLANs |
| Management Options | CLI, SNMP, NETCONF/YANG, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
| Redundancy Features | Supports redundant supervisors, power supplies, and fabric modules |
| Cooling | Front-to-back airflow - designed for hot-aisle and cold-aisle deployments |
| Air Filter | Optional door air filter |
| Doors | Optional lockable front module doors and air filter |
| System LEDs | 5 system LEDs summarizing the device status: |
| - LED 1: Power supplies (Green: Normal, Amber: Issue) | |
| - LED 2: Fans (Green: Normal, Amber: Issue) | |
| - LED 3: Supervisors (Green: Normal, Amber: Issue) | |
| - LED 4: Fabric modules (Green: Normal, Amber: Issue) | |
| - LED 5: I/O modules (Green: Normal, Amber: Issue) | |
| Use Cases | Data center core, enterprise backbone, high-performance aggregation |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 15.6 x 17.3 x 32 in. |
| Chassis Depth w/ Cable Management & Doors | 38 in. |
| Rack Units | 9 RU |
| Weight | Chassis only: 145 lbs, Fully configured: 325 lbs |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Warranty | Cisco Limited Hardware Warranty |
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FAQs:
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What is included in the bundle?
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The bundle includes a chassis, 2 Supervisor 2E modules, and 6 Fabric-2 modules.
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Can this switch support 100G ports?
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Yes, it supports 100G via compatible I/O modules.
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Is it suitable for core and aggregation layers?
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Absolutely, it’s designed for core and aggregation deployments.
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Does it support virtualization technologies?
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Yes, VXLAN and advanced virtualization features are included.
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What redundancy features are offered?
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Full redundancy is available for power supplies, cooling, and fabric modules
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Does the Cisco Nexus 7706 require additional components to be fully operational?
Yes, the Nexus 7706 Chassis does not include power supplies. You'll need to purchase compatible power supplies separately to ensure the system is fully operational.
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Can the Cisco Nexus 7706 be used in a cloud environment?
Yes, the Nexus 7706 is well-suited for cloud data centers due to its high scalability, redundancy, and support for cloud-optimized features like VXLAN and ACI. It offers the high-throughput performance necessary for cloud infrastructure and virtualized environments.
- How is the Cisco Nexus 7706 Switch managed and configured?
The Cisco Nexus 7706 Switch is managed using Cisco NX-OS, a data center-grade operating system. It supports both traditional CLI management as well as modern SDN (Software-Defined Networking) tools for automation and orchestration in complex data center environments.
