Cisco Module N9K-C9516-FM-E2 : Redundant Fan Design , Hot-Swappable & High-Efficiency Cooling For Nexus 9500
Cisco Module N9K-C9516-FM-E2 : Redundant Fan Design , Hot-Swappable & High-Efficiency Cooling For Nexus 9500
The Cisco N9K-C9516-FM-E2 is a high-performance fan module designed for the Cisco Nexus 9500 Series switches, ensuring optimal thermal management in demanding data center environments. This module provides redundant cooling, hot-swappable functionality, and energy-efficient airflow, making it a critical component for maintaining uptime and hardware longevity.
Key Features & Benefits
✔ Redundant Fan Design – Ensures continuous operation even if a single fan fails, minimizing downtime in mission-critical networks.
✔ Hot-Swappable Replacement – Allows for easy maintenance without shutting down the system, reducing service interruptions.
✔ High-Efficiency Cooling – Dynamically adjusts fan speeds based on real-time temperature sensors, optimizing airflow while reducing power consumption.
✔ Seamless Nexus 9500 Integration – Designed specifically for the Cisco Nexus 9516 chassis, ensuring perfect compatibility and performance.
✔ Enterprise-Grade Reliability – Built to support high-density deployments, cloud infrastructures, and virtualization environments.
Technical Specifications (Parameters)
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Cisco Nexus 9500 Series (Nexus 9516 chassis) |
| Cooling Redundancy | N+1 fan redundancy support |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes (tool-less replacement) |
| Airflow Direction | Front-to-back or back-to-front (configurable) |
| Power Efficiency | Smart speed control for reduced energy usage |
| Management | Monitorable via Cisco NX-OS CLI & DCNM |
Ideal Use Cases
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Data Centers – Ensures stable cooling for high-power switches.
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Cloud & Virtualization – Supports high-density workloads.
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Enterprise Networks – Reduces downtime with redundant operation.
For maximum performance and reliability in your Cisco Nexus 9500 infrastructure, the N9K-C9516-FM-E2 fan module delivers enterprise-grade cooling with minimal maintenance overhead.
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