Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6001-64P Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-N6K-C6001-64P | Part #: N6K-C6001-64P | MPN: N6K-C6001-64P
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About the Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6001-64P Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
The Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6001-64P delivers redundant hot-swappable AC or DC power supplies, ensuring high availability for mission-critical datacenter deployments. This 1RU fixed-configuration switch is engineered for network engineers and infrastructure teams seeking reliable, dense connectivity without compromise on performance or operational resilience.
Built on the Cisco Nexus 6000 platform, the N6K-C6001-64P combines 48 fixed SFP+ 10GbE ports with 4 fixed QSFP+ 40GbE uplink ports to deliver 64 total 10GbE port equivalents. With a switching capacity of 1.92 Tbps and forwarding throughput of 1.44 Bpps, this switch handles enterprise-scale traffic without latency penalties. The integrated MAC address table supports 16,000 entries, while routing capacity extends to 8,000 IPv4 and 4,000 IPv6 route entries—sufficient for large, complex network topologies. Running Cisco NX-OS, the Nexus 6001 supports comprehensive Layer 2 features including vPC, 802.1Q VLANs, STP, RSTP, MSTP, LACP, and LLDP, alongside Layer 3 capabilities such as static routing, OSPFv2/v3, BGP, EIGRP, PIM, HSRP, and VRRP. Advanced unified fabric support includes FCoE with N_Port Virtualization, DCB, 802.1Qbb PFC, and 802.1Qaz ETS. Overlay networking capabilities encompass VXLAN bridging and routing plus LISP, enabling flexible, scalable network architectures. Hot-swappable redundant fan trays with configurable port-side exhaust or intake airflow ensure thermal management adapts to your datacenter environment.
Key Specifications
- Part Number: N6K-C6001-64P
- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Form Factor: 1RU fixed-configuration
- Port Configuration: 48 fixed SFP+ 10GbE ports, 4 fixed QSFP+ 40GbE uplink ports (64 total 10GbE port equivalents)
- Switching Capacity: 1.92 Tbps
- Forwarding Throughput: 1.44 Bpps
- Operating System: Cisco NX-OS
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-N6K-C6001-64P |
| Part Number | N6K-C6001-64P |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Interface | 10GbE |
| Product Series | Cisco Nexus 6000 |
| Product Model | Nexus 6001 |
| Form Factor | 1RU fixed-configuration |
| Total 10GbE Port Equivalents | 64 |
| Fixed SFP+ 10GbE Ports | 48 |
| Fixed QSFP+ 40GbE Uplink Ports | 4 |
| Switching Capacity | 1.92 Tbps |
| Forwarding Throughput | 1.44 Bpps |
| MAC Address Table Size | 16,000 |
| IPv4 Route Entries | 8,000 |
| IPv6 Route Entries | 4,000 |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Layer 2 Features | vPC, 802.1Q VLANs, STP, RSTP, MSTP, LACP, LLDP |
| Layer 3 Features | Static routing, OSPFv2/v3, BGP, EIGRP, PIM, HSRP, VRRP |
| Unified Fabric Support | FCoE (N_Port Virtualization), DCB, 802.1Qbb PFC, 802.1Qaz ETS |
| Overlay Networking | VXLAN bridging and routing, LISP |
| Power Supply | Redundant hot-swappable AC or DC power supplies |
| Fan Modules | Hot-swappable redundant fan trays with port-side exhaust or intake airflow options |
| Management | CLI (SSH/Telnet), SNMP v1/v2c/v3, NETCONF, NX-API, Cisco DCNM |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6001-64P Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
What does the Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6001-64P Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module do?
The Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6001-64P 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-C6001-64P Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Nexus 6000 N6K-C6001-64P 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.