Cisco Nexus 7000

The Cisco Nexus 7000 Series is a modular, enterprise-grade switching platform engineered for high-performance data centre environments. Designed to support scalable 10, 40, and 100 Gigabit Ethernet deployments, the platform delivers multi-terabit switching capacity (exceeding 17 Tbps), making it suitable for mission-critical infrastructures requiring high availability and low latency. Built on the Cisco NX-OS operating system, the Nexus 7000 Series offers advanced resiliency, operational efficiency, and programmability. Its architecture supports in-service software upgrades and system redundancy, helping organisations maintain continuous operations with minimal disruption.

Key Features

Modular Design: Available in 4, 9, 10, and 18-slot chassis configurations to accommodate varying scalability and deployment requirements.
High Performance: Delivers switching capacity beyond 17 Tbps with support for high-density 10/40/100 GbE interfaces.
Operational Resilience: Enables nondisruptive upgrades and graceful restart capabilities to ensure maximum uptime.
Efficient Power & Cooling: Incorporates intelligent thermal management, variable-speed fans, and energy-efficient power supplies to reduce operational costs.
Advanced Virtualisation: Supports separation of control and data planes, enhancing performance and flexibility in virtualised environments.
Programmability: Offers XML-based APIs and automation support for seamless integration with modern orchestration tools.
Future-Ready Architecture: Linux-based OS and modular hardware ensure long-term scalability and investment protection.

As a core component of Cisco’s Unified Fabric strategy, the Nexus 7000 Series delivers a robust, scalable, and highly available foundation for modern data centre networks.