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Using FEX port vs Nexus switch port

thurl79
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Hello All,

 

I was wondering was their any situation or application when you would prefer using a port on a the Nexus switch over a FEX port?  Assuming the port capabilities are the same.

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Sergiu.Daniluk
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Hi @thurl79 

Usually you would like to connect a server directly to parent switch rather then a HIF port when the generated traffic is bursty. This is because FEXs have much less buffer space compared with a Nexus parent switch.

 

Stay safe,

Sergiu

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