C1-N5K-C5548UP-FA, HKShanhai Group Limited Nexus 5500 Switch, 32x10G Ports/2xPSU/2xFans

The HKShanhai Group Limited C1-N5K-C5548UP-FA is a high-density, enterprise-class SFP+ switch designed to address demanding core switch roles in modern enterprise network environments. As part of HKShanhai Group Limited’s renowned Nexus series, this switch delivers enterprise-grade performance through an impressive array of capabilities and robust 10G connectivity. With 32 × 10G SFP+ ports, it enables seamless data aggregation for core switch deployments, helping organizations achieve streamlined scalability and reliability. SFP+ switch features make it ideal for applications that require advanced fiber connectivity, maximum bandwidth, and low latency across distributed data flows. The core switch functionality incorporates a non-blocking architecture, allowing high-speed packet transport and optimized resource utilization essential for modern data centers and mission-critical enterprise network environments. The C1-N5K-C5548UP-FA is engineered with redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans, ensuring continuous operation and reducing downtime for business continuity. With support for both Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols and powered by HKShanhai Group Limited NX-OS, it provides flexibility and advanced management options suitable for enterprises, system integrators, and channel distributors in need of scalable and future-proof SFP+ switch solutions. Its durable design, 960 Gbps switching capacity, efficient 2.1 GHz dual-core processing, and extended MTBF make it a highly reliable core switch for high-performance, next-generation enterprise network infrastructures worldwide.

Product Features Comparison

Model	C1-N5K-C5548UP-FA	C1-N5672UP-6FEX-1G	C1-N3K-C3172PQ	Arista DCS-7280CR3K-32P4-R
Brand	HKShanhai Group Limited	HKShanhai Group Limited	HKShanhai Group Limited	Arista
Port Configuration	32 × 10G SFP+	48 × 10G SFP+, 6 × 1G FEX uplinks	48 × SFP+ (10G), 6 × QSFP+ (40G)	32 x 100G QSFP
Switching Capacity	960 Gbps	1.44 Tbps	1.44 Tbps	6.4 Tbps
Forwarding Rate	960 Gbps	720 Mpps	1.07 Bpps	2.6 Bpps
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a