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Cisco NX-OS

Get an open and extensible OS for data center fabrics

Make your network agile, easily scalable, and secure with simplified network operations and integrated automation.
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Reduce complexity and improve resiliency with Cisco Nexus switch-based data centers

Cisco NX-OS is a robust data center OS that offers flexibility, scalability, modularity and improved performance.

Scale easily with flexible architecture

Take advantage of VXLAN EVPN architecture, enable IP-based broadcast production with Cisco IP Fabric for Media (IPFM), and optimize traffic with enhanced service chaining.

Simplify network operations

Accelerate provisioning, enable easy network management with Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC), and automate operations with open APIs.

Secure Data Center Networking

Stay protected with end-to-end segmentation of your network in addition to the encryption technologies, including MACsec and RADsec

Build high-performance networks for AI/ML

Achieve unparalleled support for AI/ML tasks with non-blocking networks, ultra-low latency switches, and expert congestion management solutions.
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Cisco NX-OS overview

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​​Compare Cisco Data Center Networking software licensing tiers​

Data Center Networking Essentials

Recommended for single data centers​.

Features include:

  • ​​Single-site fabric services ​ 
  • Fabric management for LAN single-site and IPFM with NDFC
  • Routing and switching  
  • Telemetry
  • Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights (basic device and network monitoring)

Data Center Networking Advantage

​​Recommended for multiple data centers. Includes all Essentials features plus advanced capabilities.

​​Features include:

  • Multisite fabric services
  • VXLAN Multisite and Tenant Routed Multicast
  • Fabric management for LAN multisite with NDFC
  • Media Flow Analytics and Monitoring
  • ​​DCI overlay
  • ​​RTP flow monitoring, PTP monitoring, multicast NAT​
  • Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights (troubleshooting and conformance)

Data Center Networking Premier

​​Recommended for intelligent analytics, visibility, and automation for multiple data centers. Includes all Essentials and Advantage features.

​​Features include:

  • ​​Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights (network analytics and assurance)

NX-OS can livestream your favorite sports

Deliver essential IP-based broadcast production capabilities that meet a broadcaster's goals and requirements, with Cisco IP Fabric for Media, network infrastructure, and powerful APIs.

Transform media broadcasting