Cisco Nexus 7009 N7K-C7009-B2S2E Layer 3 Managed Switch Bundle

General Overview

Manufacturer Details

Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.

Part Number: N7K-C7009-B2S2E

Brand: Cisco

Device Specifications

Type: Layer 3 Switch – Managed, including Cisco Nexus 7000 Series Supervisor 2 Module and 5 Cisco Nexus 7000 Series Fabric-2 Modules

Enclosure: Rack-mountable 14U

Management and Connectivity

• Remote Management Protocols: SNMP, CLI
• Interfaces:
  • 1 x Console – RJ-45 Management
  • 1 x Console – RJ-45
  • 3 x USB Ports

Expansion and Upgrades

• Expansion Slots: 14 Total, with 8 Available
• Installed Modules: 6, up to 14 Modules Supported

Environmental Conditions

• Maximum Operating Temperature: 104 °F
• Operating Humidity Range: 5% to 90% (Non-condensing)
• Minimum Storage Temperature: -40 °F
• Maximum Storage Temperature: 158 °F
• Storage Humidity Range: 5% to 95% (Non-condensing)

Power Specifications

Power Supply: Internal, Hot-plug

Installed Power Units: 0 Installed, up to 2 Max

Features

Layer 3 Functionality

The Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch is equipped with advanced Layer 3 functionality, which makes it an ideal choice for businesses and organizations that require robust networking capabilities. Layer 3 refers to the network layer in the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model, responsible for routing and forwarding data packets across different networks. With Layer 3 functionality, this switch can efficiently route traffic between different subnets and VLANs, ensuring optimal performance and seamless communication across the network.

Enhanced Network Scalability

By incorporating Layer 3 functionality, the Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch offers enhanced network scalability. This means that as your business grows and demands for network expansion arise, this switch can handle the increased traffic and effectively manage the growing number of devices connected to the network. The ability to scale the network infrastructure easily ensures that your organization can adapt to changing business requirements without compromising performance or security.

Improved Network Performance

With Layer 3 capabilities, the Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch enhances network performance by efficiently routing traffic based on IP addresses. This allows for faster data transmission and reduced latency, ensuring that critical applications and services run smoothly without any bottlenecks. By optimizing network performance, this switch enables users to access resources quickly, collaborate seamlessly, and experience minimal disruptions in their day-to-day operations.

Enhanced Security

Layer 3 functionality also plays a crucial role in enhancing network security. The Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch offers advanced security features such as access control lists (ACLs), which allow administrators to define rules for filtering incoming and outgoing traffic based on specific criteria. By implementing Layer 3 security features, this switch provides granular control over network traffic, preventing unauthorized access and protecting sensitive data from potential threats.

Bundle Feature

The Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch also boasts a Bundle feature, which further enhances its capabilities and flexibility. Bundling allows multiple physical interfaces to be combined into a single logical interface, providing increased bandwidth and redundancy. This feature is particularly beneficial for organizations that require high availability and resilience in their network infrastructure.

Increased Bandwidth

By bundling multiple interfaces, the Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch effectively increases the available bandwidth for data transmission. This is especially useful in scenarios where there is a high demand for data-intensive applications or when multiple devices need to transfer large amounts of data simultaneously. The increased bandwidth provided by the Bundle feature ensures that the network can handle heavy workloads without experiencing congestion or performance degradation.

Redundancy and Failover

Another advantage of the Bundle feature is its ability to provide redundancy and failover protection. By combining multiple physical interfaces into a logical bundle, the switch can distribute traffic across these interfaces in a balanced manner. In the event of a link failure, the traffic can be automatically redirected to the remaining operational interfaces, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity and preventing downtime.

Improved Network Resilience

The Bundle feature significantly improves network resilience by reducing the impact of individual link failures. In traditional setups without bundling, a single link failure could lead to service disruptions and potential downtime. However, with the Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch's Bundle feature, the network remains operational even if one or more links experience issues. This resilience is critical for businesses that cannot afford interruptions in their network connectivity and rely on continuous access to mission-critical applications and services.

Cost Optimization

In addition to the benefits of increased bandwidth and improved network resilience, the Bundle feature also offers cost optimization advantages. By bundling multiple interfaces, organizations can achieve higher bandwidth without the need to invest in additional switches or equipment. This results in cost savings, as businesses can leverage the existing infrastructure and maximize the utilization of their network resources. The Bundle feature enables businesses to scale their network capacity while keeping costs under control, making it a cost-effective solution for expanding network infrastructure.

In conclusion, the Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch's Layer 3 functionality and Bundle feature provide numerous benefits for users. The Layer 3 functionality enhances network scalability, improves performance, and enhances security by efficiently routing traffic and providing granular control over network access. The Bundle feature further enhances the switch's capabilities by increasing bandwidth, providing redundancy and failover protection, improving network resilience, and optimizing costs. These features make the Cisco N7K-C7009-B2S2E Managed Switch an excellent choice for organizations looking to establish a robust and flexible network infrastructure.