This data sheet introduces the Cisco Nexus 7000 M1-Series 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Modules with XL Option product overview, including the module uses M1-XL forwarding engine, provides up to 60Mpps throughput and large forwarding information base (FIB) features
The Cisco Nexus 7000 M1-Series 48‑Port Gigabit Ethernet Modules with XL Option are high‑density, high‑performance line cards for the Nexus 7000 series chassis. They are available in two versions – an SFP optics fiber option and an RJ45 copper option – and use the M1‑XL forwarding engine to deliver up to 60 Mpps of IPv4 unicast traffic.
The modules include integrated security (MACsec, AES‑128, TrustSec), virtual output queuing, and support for a wide range of SFP optics. Physical specifications include a 1‑slot form factor, dimensions of 1.733 × 15.3 × 21.9 in., and a weight of about 15 lb. Compatibility requires Cisco NX‑OS 5.0/5.1 or later.
| MAC entries | 128K |
|---|---|
| IPv4 routes (XL mode) | Up to 1M |
| Throughput (IPv4) | Up to 60 Mpps |
| Memory | 2 GB DRAM |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 1.733 × 15.3 × 21.9 in. |
| Weight | 15.5 lb |
The M1‑XL engine delivers up to 60 Mpps of IPv4 unicast and 30 Mpps of IPv6 unicast traffic.
The module occupies one I/O slot, measures 1.733 × 15.3 × 21.9 in., and weighs about 15.5 lb.
The SFP optics version requires Cisco NX‑OS 5.0 or later, while the RJ45 version requires Cisco NX‑OS 5.1 or later.