APG PK-27-06-BX Accessory
APG Parts Accessory Model Overview
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key specifications of the Cisco N5600-M12Q switch?
The Cisco N5600-M12Q is a 12-port 40G Ethernet switch designed for VXLAN and GEM environments. It features a 7RU chassis with 4-slot configuration including 2 dedicated supervisor modules and 2 I/O modules, supports up to 6 chassis stacked in a 42RU rack, and operates on 110-240 VAC power with 3-kW AC/DC power supply support. The chassis weighs 45 lb (20 kg) when empty and up to 120 lb (54 kg) when fully configured.
Is the Cisco N5600-M12Q compatible with VXLAN and overlay networking?
Yes, the N5600-M12Q is specifically designed to support VXLAN and GEM (Generic Encapsulation Module) technologies, making it ideal for modern overlay network architectures. We offer this model as part of our comprehensive Cisco Nexus switching portfolio for data center and enterprise deployments.
What management options are available for the N5600-M12Q?
The Cisco N5600-M12Q supports multiple management interfaces including XML, scriptable command-line interface (CLI), and Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) web services. Management compatibility extends to DCNM versions 4.0 through 6.1(2) or later, providing flexibility for various network management environments.
What Layer 3 routing capabilities does the N5600-M12Q provide?
The N5600-M12Q supports advanced Layer 3 features including 1024 routed interfaces across ports, SVIs, PortChannels, and subinterfaces, 64-way Equal-Cost Multipath (ECMP) routing, and support for static routing, RIPv2, EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP protocols. It also includes HSRP and VRRP for high availability with VRF-Lite and VRF-aware unicast capabilities.
What security features are built into the N5600-M12Q?
The N5600-M12Q includes comprehensive security features such as ingress and egress ACLs with Layer 3 and 4 options, VLAN-based ACLs (VACLs), port-based ACLs (PACLs), and ACLs on virtual terminals (VTYs). These security controls support IPv4, ICMP, TCP, and UDP filtering to protect your network infrastructure.
Does the N5600-M12Q support high-availability features like link aggregation?
Yes, the N5600-M12Q supports Cisco EtherChannel technology with up to 24 ports per EtherChannel, LACP (IEEE 802.3ad and 802.1ax), and vPC (Virtual Port Channel) for advanced redundancy. It also features Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning Tree Plus (PVRST+), MSTP with 64 instances, and Spanning Tree Root Guard for network resilience. Contact us today to discuss how we can integrate this switch into your high-availability network design.