The Cisco Nexus 5548 Layer 3 Daughter Card Version 2 (Part Number: N55-D160L3-V2=) is an expansion module designed specifically for the Cisco Nexus 5548 switch series. This daughter card facilitates the switch's capability to handle Layer 3 routing features, offering crucial enhancements for improving the overall performance and functionality of a data centre network. By adding this card, users can enable a set of routing protocols directly on the Cisco Nexus 5548 platform, which would otherwise require external routers for tasks beyond Layer 2.
This daughter card provides support for a range of Layer 3 protocols including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and RIP, which are essential for routing traffic across networks. Furthermore, it allows the switch to perform inter-VLAN routing, meaning it can route traffic between different VLANs internally rather than relying on a separate device. This can significantly reduce bottlenecks and offers improved efficiency where multiple VLANs are deployed within the same infrastructure.
In addition to routing benefits, the N55-D160L3-V2= is designed to be fully integrated within the Cisco Nexus architecture. Its compact form factor ensures it does not require any additional space beyond its designated slot within the 5548 switch chassis. Power efficiency is another consideration, as installing the module does not dramatically increase power consumption.
The Layer 3 Daughter Card Version 2 is an excellent choice for medium to large-scale enterprise environments where routing capabilities are essential for managing complex and growing network infrastructures. This module offers users the ability to easily upgrade their Nexus switches without replacing existing hardware, extending the useful life and functionality of their network hardware setup.
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