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Cisco NC55-5508-FC2 | 2nd-gen fabric card | NCS 5508 | system backplane switching module | hot-swappable | redundancy-capable

NC55-5508-FC2

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Description

Second-generation fabric card for the NCS 5508 chassis, providing the internal high-speed crossbar fabric that interconnects line cards. Supports redundant fabric configurations and hot-swap serviceability for minimal downtime.

Features

- Enables high-speed internal switching across line cards
- 2nd-generation performance and reliability enhancements
- Supports redundant fabric architectures
- Hot-swappable for minimized service disruption
- Purpose-built for NCS 5508 chassis

Warranty

All products sold by XS Network Tech include a 12-month warranty on both new and used items. Our in-house technical team thoroughly tests used hardware prior to sale to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Compatibility: NCS 5508 chassis fabric-card bay
- Generation: 2nd-generation fabric module
- Role: Internal high-speed crossbar/backplane switching for line-card interconnect
- Serviceability: Hot-swappable; field-replaceable unit
- Resiliency: Supports redundant fabric configurations (per chassis design guidelines)
- Licensing: No additional software license required to populate a fabric slot
- Mixing guidance: Use matching generation and variant sets as recommended in platform release notes

FAQs

Q: How many fabric cards do I need?
A: The number depends on desired system capacity and redundancy. Refer to the NCS 5508 hardware guide for recommended population rules.

Q: Can I mix first-generation and second-generation fabric cards?
A: Mixing generations is generally not recommended. Follow the platform’s release notes and hardware guide for supported combinations.

Q: Is a software license required?
A: No license is typically required for installing a fabric card; it functions as part of the chassis backplane.

Q: Can I hot-swap this module?
A: Yes. It is designed for hot-swappable replacement following proper ESD and maintenance procedures.

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