The Cisco Nexus 5548 Layer 3 Daughter Card (Part Number: N55-D160L3=) is an expansion module designed specifically for the Nexus 5548 series switches. This module allows an upgrade to the Layer 3 features of the switch, unlocking more advanced routing functionalities. Once installed, it enables inter-VLAN routing, providing the necessary support for Layer 3 protocols including Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP).
This daughter card ensures enhanced functionality over the otherwise standard Layer 2 switching capabilities. It provides high performance and greater flexibility for network administrators looking to enable Layer 3 features without purchasing a separate router. The card contributes to operational simplification by allowing you to handle both Layer 2 and Layer 3 traffic within a single infrastructure, offering a seamless hardware integration into the Nexus switching platform.
The physical design of the card makes installation easy, ensuring it can be added to existing infrastructures with minimal downtime. This compact module also enhances port density, an important feature for growing networks with increasing routing demands. It supports hardware-accelerated routing operations to assist with maximising performance and ensuring that your network is future-proofed as you scale operations.
In terms of power efficiency, the daughter card is optimised to maintain low power consumption, aligning with Cisco's guidelines for sustainability within its data centre products. This translates to both environmental and operational cost savings. Paired with the robust nature of the Nexus 5548 series, it ensures long-term reliability and serviceability.
EOL Technology Services provides extensive support for the Cisco Nexus 5548 Layer 3 Daughter Card, offering both professional services for set-up and ongoing maintenance, as well as replacement parts if needed. Our team helps maintain smooth operations, ensuring that your network runs efficiently and effectively.
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