
Transceivers & optics
Cisco 5648Q Layer 3 Switch
VPN# N5K-C5648Q-RF
Available to order · ships in ~1–2 weeks
Pre-tax. GPC accepted; ask about volume and emergency-acquisition pricing.
- Product Type
- Layer 3 Switch
- Manageable
- Yes
- Ethernet Technology
- 40 Gigabit Ethernet
- Product Family
- Nexus 5000
- Media Type Supported
- Optical Fiber
- Total Number of Expansion Slots
- 26
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Environmental Compliance
- Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
- Government Purchase Card (GPC) accepted
- TAA-compliant & government contract-vehicle ready
Overview
Cisco 5648Q Layer 3 Switch - Manageable - 40 Gigabit Ethernet - 40GBase-X - Refurbished - 3 Layer Supported - Modular - 1100 W Power Consumption - Optical Fiber - 1U - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited Warranty (part number N5K-C5648Q-RF) is supplied by Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, in the Cisco Switches & Bridges category. Manageable: Yes.
Manageable - 40 Gigabit Ethernet - 40GBase-X - Refurbished - 3 Layer Supported - Modular - 1100 W Power Consumption - Optical Fiber - 1U - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited Warranty
• Layer 3 Switch provides reliable, efficient connectivity to ensure maximum feasibility • Supports layer 3 switching for enhanced performance and usability • Rack-mountable form factor for your convenience and simplicity of usage • Management capability provides control over setup and configuration of your network • 40 Gigabit Ethernet for efficient data transfer and fast connectivity
Key specifications: Manageable: Yes · Ethernet Technology: 40 Gigabit Ethernet · Media Type Supported: Optical Fiber · Network Technology: 40GBase-X · Limited Warranty: 1 Year Year · Layer Supported: 3 · Total Number of Expansion Slots: 26 · Expansion Slot Type: QSFP+.
TAA-compliant and GPC-payable. Request a quote for current pricing, stock, and lead time.
Highlights
- Layer 3 Switch provides reliable, efficient connectivity to ensure maximum feasibility
- Supports layer 3 switching for enhanced performance and usability
- Rack-mountable form factor for your convenience and simplicity of usage
- Management capability provides control over setup and configuration of your network
- 40 Gigabit Ethernet for efficient data transfer and fast connectivity
- Supports optical fiber cable to span longer distances and provided high data transmission rates between servers and network components
- Government Purchase Card (GPC) accepted
Cisco Cisco 5648Q Layer 3 Switch - Manageable - 40 Gigabit Ethernet - 40GBase-X - Refurbished - 3 Layer Supported - Modular - 1100 W Power Consumption - Optical Fiber - 1U - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited datasheet & specifications
Management & Protocols
- Manageable
- Yes
Media & Performance
- Ethernet Technology
- 40 Gigabit Ethernet
- Media Type Supported
- Optical Fiber
- Network Technology
- 40GBase-X
Warranty
- Limited Warranty
- 1 Year Year
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported
- 3
I/O Expansions
- Total Number of Expansion Slots
- 26
- Expansion Slot Type
- QSFP+
Miscellaneous
- Environmentally Friendly
- Yes
- Environmental Compliance
- Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
Physical Characteristics
- Compatible Rack Unit
- 1U
- Height
- 3.5" mm
- Width
- 17.3" mm
- Depth
- 30" mm
- Form Factor
- Rack-mountable
Interfaces/Ports
- Modular
- Yes
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot, 2 x Expansion Slot
Power Description
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Power Consumption
- 1100 W W
- Power Source
- Power Supply
General Information
- Product Type
- Layer 3 Switch
- Product Condition
- Refurbished
- Product Series
- 5000
- Product Model
- 5648Q
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Cisco 5648Q Layer 3 Switch - Manageable - 40 Gigabit Ethernet - 40GBase-X - Refurbished - 3 Layer Supported - Modular - 1100 W Power Consumption - Optical Fiber - 1U - Rack-mountable - 1 Year Limited (N5K-C5648Q-RF) cost?
Uniqcli sells the N5K-C5648Q-RF for $20,331.54 against a Cisco list price of $29,961.75. Add it to your cart and submit to confirm current pricing, stock, and lead time. Lower pricing is available for volume orders, Government Purchase Card (GPC) buys, and emergency or urgent acquisitions. Free US shipping on orders over $2,500.00.
Is the N5K-C5648Q-RF TAA compliant and available for government and DoD buyers?
Often yes — it depends on the unit. Cisco manufactures the N5K-C5648Q-RF in several countries, so Trade Agreements Act (TAA) status varies by production lot. Uniqcli is an authorized Cisco partner: we confirm the country of origin before shipment, and if a given N5K-C5648Q-RF is not TAA-designated, we will source a TAA-certified equivalent of the same model. Either way the result is DoDIN APL-ready procurement for US federal, DoD, state, local, education, healthcare, and enterprise buyers, with Government Purchase Card (GPC) acceptance and FAR-based urgent and emergency acquisition support. Request a TAA-compliant quote for the N5K-C5648Q-RF and a specialist will confirm compliance, price, and lead time — usually within one business day.
Can I buy the N5K-C5648Q-RF as a single unit or in volume?
Both. Order a single N5K-C5648Q-RF through the cart, or ask about lower pricing for volume orders, Government Purchase Card (GPC) purchases, and emergency or urgent (FAR-based) acquisitions. There is no payment up front: we confirm availability and the final total before invoicing.
Where can I find the N5K-C5648Q-RF datasheet and specifications?
The official Cisco datasheet is available on this page (open the gated datasheet for the full PDF), and the Tech Specs section lists ports, power draw, dimensions, and licensing for the N5K-C5648Q-RF.
Need the N5K-C5648Q-RF TAA-compliant for federal or DoD?
Cisco builds this model in multiple countries, so TAA status depends on the production lot. We confirm country of origin before shipment — and if a unit isn't TAA-designated, we'll quote a TAA-certified equivalent of the same model, DoDIN APL-ready and GPC-payable.
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