N7K-C7004 - Cisco Nexus 7000 Series
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N7K-C7004 Overview
Cisco Nexus 7000 Series 4-Slot Chassis including Fan Tray, Cable Management Kit, No Power Supply N7K-C7004
Overview
Cisco Nexus 7000 Series 4-Slot Chassis including Fan Tray, Cable Management Kit, No Power Supply
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Specification
N7K-C7004 Specification
Cisco Nexus 7000 Series 4-Slot Chassis including Fan Tray, Cable Management Kit, No Power Supply
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary physical components included with the Cisco N7K-C7004 chassis? +
The N7K-C7004 is a compact 4-slot modular chassis designed for high-density data center deployments. This specific package includes the base chassis unit, the integrated fan tray necessary for optimal cooling, and the comprehensive cable management kit for organized deployment. Please note that power supplies, supervisor modules, and I/O fabric modules must be purchased separately to complete your system configuration.
How does the N7K-C7004 support high-availability in a mission-critical environment? +
This chassis supports a redundant supervisor configuration, ensuring non-stop operations during hardware failures or software upgrades. By utilizing the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series architecture, the N7K-C7004 maintains high availability through stateful process restart and In-Service Software Upgrades (ISSU). This modular design allows IT administrators to perform maintenance tasks without disrupting traffic flow to sensitive enterprise applications.
Can I mix different generation I/O modules within the N7K-C7004 chassis? +
The N7K-C7004 is designed with backplane flexibility, allowing for a range of Cisco Nexus 7000 Series I/O modules. Compatibility depends on the specific supervisor engine and the NX-OS software version currently running on your system. Always consult the Cisco compatibility matrix to ensure your chosen line cards are supported by the specific chassis backplane and power capacity requirements.
What are the power requirements for a fully loaded N7K-C7004 chassis? +
The power consumption for the N7K-C7004 varies significantly based on the modules installed and the specific I/O cards utilized. Since the chassis ships without power supplies, you must calculate your total wattage requirements based on the combined power draw of all line cards, supervisors, and fabric modules. We recommend provisioning sufficient N+1 or N+N power redundancy to maintain stable operations under peak load.
What is the recommended deployment scenario for the 4-slot N7K-C7004 versus larger models? +
The 4-slot N7K-C7004 is ideal for space-constrained environments like smaller data centers, regional aggregation points, or high-performance enterprise edge locations. While it offers the same robust NX-OS feature set as the larger 10-slot or 18-slot models, it provides a smaller physical footprint. It is the perfect choice for customers who need Cisco Nexus performance without the physical demands of a full-size modular core switch.
How do I manage the N7K-C7004 once it is racked and powered? +
Management is handled through the Cisco NX-OS operating system, which provides a familiar command-line interface for complex networking tasks. You can manage the chassis via the console port or through remote access over the management network. For larger environments, this switch integrates seamlessly with Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) for centralized configuration, monitoring, and automated provisioning across your entire fabric.
What cooling requirements should I consider for the N7K-C7004? +
The N7K-C7004 includes an integrated fan tray designed to provide front-to-back airflow across the modules. It is essential to ensure your rack environment provides adequate ventilation to prevent heat accumulation. Avoid installing the chassis in environments that impede airflow, as maintaining the manufacturer-specified thermal profile is critical for the long-term reliability of the internal line cards and supervisor components.
Does the N7K-C7004 chassis support fabric module upgrades? +
Yes, the N7K-C7004 supports fabric module upgrades to increase the switching capacity of your backplane. Depending on the performance requirements of your specific I/O modules, you can install the appropriate generation of fabric modules to ensure full throughput. This modularity allows your infrastructure to scale bandwidth as your network traffic demands evolve, providing a longer hardware lifecycle within your production environment.
How can I obtain a bulk quote for multiple N7K-C7004 chassis units? +
If you are planning a large-scale data center refresh or need to procure multiple units for a distributed deployment, our sales team is ready to assist. Please contact BuyRouterSwitch.com directly with your specific quantity requirements and project timeline. We specialize in providing competitive enterprise-level quotes to help you optimize your procurement budget while ensuring you receive genuine Cisco networking hardware for your infrastructure.
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