Cisco Nexus N5K-C5548UP-FA Price in Pakistan

This data sheet provides a technical overview of the Cisco Nexus 5548UP (N5K-C5548UP-FA). This switch is a high-density, low-latency, “Unified Port” platform designed for top-of-rack (ToR) and aggregation-layer deployments in modern data centers across Pakistan, distributed and supported exclusively by SKYRS.

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Cisco Nexus N5K-C5548UP-FA Series Overview

The Cisco Nexus 5548UP-FA is a 1-Rack-Unit (1RU) switch that offers up to 960 Gbps of throughput and up to 48 ports. The “UP” designation stands for Unified Port, meaning every port on the chassis can be configured as 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet, or as 8/4/2-Gbps native Fibre Channel, or as Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE). This flexibility allows for true data center convergence of networking and storage on a single platform.

Key Technical Specifications

Feature	Specification
Fixed Ports	32 x 1/10G SFP+ Unified Ports
Expansion Slots	1 x Slot (Supports 16 additional Unified Ports)
Total Port Count	Up to 48 Unified Ports
Switching Capacity	960 Gbps
Latency	~2 Microseconds (Cut-through)
L3 Support	Optional Layer 3 Daughter Card or Expansion Module
Airflow	Front-to-back or Back-to-front (Field replaceable)
Redundancy	Hot-swappable N+1 Power and Fan redundancy

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Hardware Variants Available at SKYRS

SKYRS maintains specialized inventory for the Nexus 5548UP series to accommodate diverse unified fabric and storage requirements in Pakistan.

• N5K-C5548UP-FA: The base chassis featuring 32 fixed unified ports.

• N5K-C5548UP-FA-L3: Variant pre-installed with the Layer 3 daughter card for routing capabilities.

• Expansion Modules: SKYRS stocks the N55-M16UP (16-port Unified Port module) and N55-M160L3-V2 (L3 Routing module).

• Airflow Options: SKYRS provides both Port-side Intake and Port-side Exhaust fan/power modules to ensure compatibility with your rack’s thermal design.

• Power Supply: 750W AC or DC modules are available for standard or telecommunications-grade power environments.

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Deployment and Installation Guidelines

To ensure the Nexus 5548UP operates at peak efficiency in the local climate, the SKYRS technical team adheres to the following deployment standards:

Physical Installation:

• Rack Mounting: This 1RU chassis requires specialized slider-rail kits provided by SKYRS to ensure secure mounting and airflow alignment.

• Unified Port Selection: Since ports can be Ethernet or Fibre Channel, SKYRS technicians label and segment ports physically to prevent accidental cross-patching during installation.

• Thermal Management: Given the high-density ASICs, SKYRS recommends maintaining an ambient temperature of 18°C to 24°C in Karachi and Lahore data centers to prevent thermal throttling.

Power and Grounding:

• Dual Power Feeds: SKYRS always populates both power supply slots to ensure hitless failover during the frequent power fluctuations found in the regional grid.

• Grounding: Mandatory grounding via the rear dual-hole lug is required to protect the sensitive unified port transceivers from electrostatic discharge.

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Configuration and Service Availability Only at SKYRS

As a specialized Cisco Nexus series provider in Pakistan, SKYRS offers end-to-end technical staging and lifecycle support for the 5500 platform.

Exclusive SKYRS Services:

1. Unified Port Staging: We pre-configure the port-profiles for either Ethernet or Native Fibre Channel (8G/4G) based on your SAN or LAN requirements.

2. L3 License and Hardware Verification: SKYRS verifies the installation of L3 daughter cards and activates the Enterprise Services licenses for OSPF/BGP routing.

3. vPC (virtual Port Channel) Setup: We specialize in configuring vPC for loop-free redundancy and high-bandwidth multi-chassis connectivity to servers or FEX units.

4. Hardware Burn-in: Every N5K-C5548UP-FA undergoes a 24-hour diagnostic stress test at our facility to verify the integrity of the unified port ASICs.

5. Local Warranty & Parts: Immediate replacement of fan trays, power modules, and expansion cards is available exclusively through SKYRS hubs in major Pakistani cities.

Note: Because the N5K-C5548UP-FA requires specific software “reboot-to-apply” commands when switching between Ethernet and Fibre Channel modes, these units and their certified staging are provided exclusively through the SKYRS facility.