SFP Uplink to NAS connection

[DanielPq]

Hi all

I do a complete overhaul of my network and storage solution. I want to connect my two new NAS via 10G SFP to my future switch. I though about using a CBS250-48P-4X for that as it has four SFP connections. My question is as follows: The SFP connections are labeled as "Uplink" and in all descriptions they are described as uplink to other switches. Can they be used to connect to a NAS or are they only for connecting to other switches?

Thanks a lot in advance,
Daniel

[balaji.bandi]

Sure you can use any purpose those Ports(not specific to uplink) - as long as you have right SFP Optics supported.

[Kasun Bandara]

@DanielPq no problem. even its marked as uplinks, you can use it for any connectivity requirement of 10G. make sure you have correct 10G SFP connected to switch.

[Joseph W. Doherty]

For your intended usage, using an "uplink" port might/could be your best choice.

Why?

Sometimes there's more/better hardware supporting (and/or features/functions for) such ports (because such ports often have/expect heavier usage).