The Cisco Nexus 1010 Virtual Services Appliance, part number N1K-C1010, is an application accelerator primarily designed to manage and enhance virtual environments. It provides a robust solution for simplifying the deployment of virtual network services with enhanced performance and scalability. The appliance acts as a centralised platform to run multiple virtual service nodes, optimising the deployment and operation of high-performing applications in a system's virtual infrastructure.
This appliance delivers benefits for data centres by supporting virtual service applications such as the Cisco Nexus 1000V Virtual Supervisor Module (VSM). The Cisco Nexus 1010 is capable of running up to six instances of the VSM, offering flexibility in scaling up the virtual switching infrastructure. This capability ensures effective management of networks with seamless provisioning and control within a range of virtual devices, all from a single appliance hub.
Physically, the appliance includes dual power supplies and redundant fans, ensuring enhanced hardware redundancy and system reliability. With a rack-mountable 1U form factor, it is easy to integrate into existing infrastructures. The Nexus 1010 also offers simplified management through embedded software automation, which reduces complexity in day-to-day operations.
In terms of connectivity, the virtual appliance provides multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, ensuring fast communication across the network. These ports enable high-speed data transmission, as well as better handling of network traffic, making the device a reliable choice for high-performance workloads within virtualised environments.
Overall, the Cisco Nexus 1010 Virtual Services Appliance, part number N1K-C1010, is a powerful tool for organisations looking to enhance their virtualised data centres through streamlined performance and management of network services within a scalable and efficient platform.
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