Cisco APIC CLUSTER WITH VIRTUAL APIC

Network managers often struggle with fragmented policy control that slows down data-center operations and raises the risk of misconfiguration. Cisco APIC CLUSTER WITH VIRTUAL APIC delivers a unified, high-performance controller that centralises application policy across your entire fabric, ensuring consistent, automated management while reducing operational overhead.

Cisco APIC CLUSTER WITH VIRTUAL APIC - the answer to fragmented data-center control

When policy enforcement is scattered across multiple devices, latency rises and troubleshooting becomes a nightmare. This lack of cohesion can lead to downtime, security gaps and wasted staff time. Cisco APIC CLUSTER WITH VIRTUAL APIC consolidates policy handling into a single, resilient cluster, providing instant, reliable decisions for every workload. By integrating virtual APIC functionality, it scales effortlessly with your environment and keeps your network agile and secure.

Usages of Cisco APIC CLUSTER WITH VIRTUAL APIC

The system fits a range of data-center scenarios:

• Core controller for multi-tenant cloud platforms where isolation and policy consistency are critical.
• Centralised management point for large-scale campus networks requiring rapid policy propagation.
• Backbone for virtualised environments that need seamless integration with VMware, OpenStack or Kubernetes.
• High-availability pair for mission-critical applications demanding zero-downtime policy enforcement.
• Edge deployment in branch offices to extend consistent policy across distributed sites.

Key Features of Cisco APIC CLUSTER WITH VIRTUAL APIC

• Processor: Intel Xeon E5-2609V3 1.9 GHz. Powerful 6-core CPUs deliver fast policy calculations.
• Processor Qty: 2. Dual-processor design provides redundancy and balanced workload distribution.
• Cache Memory: 30 MB total (15 MB per processor). Large cache reduces latency for frequent policy look-ups.
• RAM: 64 GB DDR4 SDRAM 2400 MHz. Sufficient memory ensures smooth operation of large policy databases.
• Storage: 1.6 TB SSD. Fast solid-state storage accelerates boot times and data retrieval.
• Networking: 2 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports with Cisco UCS Virtual Interface Card 1225. High-speed links support rapid data plane communication.
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable 1U, dimensions 1.7 in × 16.9 in × 28.5 in. Compact size saves rack space.
• Power: 770 W power supply. Robust power delivery meets the demands of a clustered controller.
• Warranty: 90-day limited warranty with advance parts replacement and 10-day response time. Confidence-building support for early deployment.

Benefits of Cisco APIC CLUSTER WITH VIRTUAL APIC

You gain a single pane of glass that simplifies policy creation, reduces the chance of errors, and speeds up service delivery. The dual-processor architecture and ample memory keep the cluster responsive even under heavy workloads, while the SSD storage ensures quick access to configuration data. High-speed 10 GbE connectivity eliminates bottlenecks, and the compact 1U design fits neatly into existing racks without sacrificing performance. Finally, the included warranty and rapid support give you peace of mind during critical rollout phases.

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