Cisco NEXUS 5596T 2RU 32x10GT 16xSFP Fixed Ports | Data Center Switch — CON-SNT-N9KC9348

Keep critical data center traffic moving with a compact 2RU switch built for dense, fixed-port deployments. The Cisco NEXUS 5596T combines 32 x 10GBase-T ports and 16 x SFP ports to support high-throughput server access and uplink flexibility in a single chassis. Dual power supplies and four fans are designed to help maintain operation under load, making it a practical fit for environments where uptime matters. This model suits teams that want predictable port layout, straightforward rack integration, and a platform sized for structured growth without unnecessary complexity. The fixed-port architecture reduces planning overhead compared with modular alternatives, while the mixed copper and SFP port mix supports common data center connectivity patterns. For infrastructure teams standardizing on dense access switching, the 5596T offers a clear balance of capacity, resilience, and deployment simplicity. Ideal For Deploy as a top-of-rack switch for high-density server connectivity Use in data center aggregation layers requiring mixed copper and fiber ports Standardize fixed-port switching in enterprise virtualization clusters Support rack-constrained environments that need resilient network access Why This Product 1 Fixed-port layout reduces deployment complexity versus modular chassis designs 2 32 x 10GBase-T ports support dense copper server connectivity 3 16 x SFP ports add fiber uplink flexibility 4 2 power supplies and 4 fans support resilient operation