Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6004-96Q Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-N6K-C6004-96Q | Part #: N6K-C6004-96Q | MPN: N6K-C6004-96Q
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About the Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6004-96Q Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
The Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6004-96Q Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module from Cisco is enterprise-grade Network Switches hardware built for data centers. It features Rack-Mount form factor, 10GbE interface. The Cisco Nexus 6004 (N6K-C6004-96Q) is a high-density, fixed-configuration 10/40 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for modern enterprise data center environments. Built on the Cisco Nexus 6000 Series platform, the 6004 chassis delivers up to 96 ports of 40 Gigabit Ethernet (QSFP+) in a 7-rack-unit form factor, providing exceptional port density and forwarding throughput for demanding east-west traffic patterns common in virtualized and cloud-scale workloads. The platform supp Available in brand new condition. Cisco network switches products are trusted by enterprises and data centers worldwide. Available from Omnixon Global. Contact our sales team to request a quote.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-N6K-C6004-96Q |
| Part Number | N6K-C6004-96Q |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount |
| Interface | 10GbE |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N6K-C6004-96Q |
| Product Series | Cisco Nexus 6000 |
| Product Model | Nexus 6004 |
| Form Factor | 7U fixed chassis |
| Total 40GbE QSFP+ Ports (base) | 96 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet (QSFP+) |
| 10GbE Breakout Support | Each 40GbE port supports 4x10GbE breakout via QSFP+ to 4xSFP+ cables |
| Maximum 10GbE Port Density (with breakout) | 384 x 10GbE |
| Expansion Module Slots | 2 expansion module slots |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Layer 2 Features | IEEE 802.1Q VLANs, vPC (Virtual Port Channel), STP, RSTP, MSTP, LACP, LLDP |
| Layer 3 Features | Static routing, OSPFv2/v3, BGP, EIGRP, PIM, IGMP |
| Data Center Bridging (DCB) | Priority Flow Control (PFC / IEEE 802.1Qbb), Enhanced Transmission Selection (ETS / IEEE 802.1Qaz), DCBX |
| FCoE Support | Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) — N-Port Virtualizer (NPV) mode supported |
| VXLAN Support | VXLAN bridging |
| Fabric Extender (FEX) Support | Cisco Nexus FEX technology — acts as FEX parent switch |
| Management | CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMPv1/v2c/v3, NETCONF, NX-API, SPAN/RSPAN |
| Automation & Programmability | Puppet, Chef, Ansible integration; NX-API REST; Python scripting via NX-OS |
| Redundancy | Redundant hot-swappable power supplies and fan modules |
| Power Supply | Redundant AC or DC power supply options |
| Compliance & Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1Qbb, IEEE 802.1Qaz |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6004-96Q Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
What does the Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6004-96Q Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module do?
The Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6004-96Q Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6004-96Q Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6004-96Q Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.