How do I check my Fex interface status?
You can see that many legacy commands have simply been extended with the fex argument to view information regarding a specific FEX.
- show interface fex-intf.
- show interface fex-fabric.
- show module fex all |
- show inventory fex all |
- show environment fex all |
How do I update Nexus Fex?
Upgrading 5596 Nexus switches with dual-homed FEXes
- Configure FEX pre-provisioning for all FEXes in the switch.
- Run “install all kickstart <> system <>” command on N5K-A in the VPC pair.
- After the upgrade is completed, N5K-A will reboot and come back up with the new software and in VPC operational secondary role.
Does Nexus 7k support Fex?
Starting with NX-OS Release 7.2(0)D1(1), the Nexus 7000 and 7700 platforms now support FEX-AA, an active/active topology with Fabric Extenders using a vPC.
How do I reset my Nexus switch?
For Cisco Nexus 5000 Series switches, you must press Ctrl-R (Ctrl+Shift+R). switch# reload This command will reboot the system.
What is the purpose of a Fex?
As the name implies, the FEX “extends” the fabric (ie, the network) out towards the edge devices that require network connectivity. Some of the benefits of using FEXes are: They are fully managed as part of the parent switch and do not require independent software upgrades, config backups, or other maintenance tasks.
What is dual homed Fex?
A dual homed FEX will support both dual attached hosts and a single attached host. So this means we only have one topology to deal with (everything dual homed)
How do I connect my Nexus to Fex?
How to Set Up Cisco Nexus Fabric Extender
- Rack the FEX.
- Install & cable the uplinks.
- Configure a virtual port-channel and add physical interfaces.
- Apply the code below to both 5Ks.
- Next Page: Powering Up.