use 10GbE port of cluster interconnect switch between fas8200-nexus3132Q-V

yos

I want to use Nexus3132Q-V as a cluster interconnect switch for FAS8200.

Due to environmental restrictions,

I want to connect 10GbE to each other without using a breakout cable.

It seems that there is no description on HWU,

is it a supported to connect Nexus 3132Q-V and FAS8200 between 10GbE without using breakout cable?

andris

Well, you do have one option with the Nexus 3132Q-V that isn't explicitly called out in Hardware Universe, but is explained in NetApp 3132Q-V switch documentation and the reference configuration files (RCF).

That 3132Q-V switch model has 4 physical 10GbE SFP+ ports that can be optionally used, instead of the physical 40GbE Port 1.

This provides 4 x physical 10GbE ports without any requirement for a breakout cable - think of it as a "built-in" breakout for Port 1.

Here's the snippet from an RCF on its use:

*  Port 1 multiplexed H/W configuration options:                                        *
*    hardware profile front portmode qsfp      (40G H/W port 1/1 is active - default)   *
*    hardware profile front portmode sfp-plus  (10G H/W ports 1/1/1 - 1/1/4 are active) *
*    hardware profile front portmode qsfp      (To reset to QSFP)                       *

You can reference the 10GbE cable options available with the older Nexus 5596UP switch for compatible cables and optics w.r.t 10GbE switch ports.