Product Type | Network Software License |
Form Factor | License – Electronic |
Intended For | Cisco Nexus Switches |
License Type | NX-OS Nexus Data Broker (NXOS-NDB=) |
Scalability | Supports cost-optimized scaling of monitoring infrastructure |
Data Broker Function | Enables monitoring and traffic analysis using Nexus switches |
Usage Environment | Enterprise Data Centers |
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CISCO NXOS-NDB= NX-OS Nexus Data Broker SW License



Key Benefits

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- Offers a cost-efficient alternative to physical network packet brokers by using existing Nexus hardware.
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for deployment in public sector or government environments.
- Manufactured in the United States, ensuring reliable sourcing and regulatory traceability.
Product Overview
The Cisco NX-OS Nexus Data Broker (NXOS-NDB=) is a software license designed for Cisco Nexus switches, enabling them to act as intelligent packet brokers. This license streamlines traffic analysis by offering dynamic traffic filtering and distribution to the appropriate monitoring tools. It ensures full TAA compliance, making it a strong choice for government and regulated sectors. Designed for data centers that require extensive network visibility without additional hardware investments, this license increases operational efficiency and supports cost-optimized scaling. Notably, the product confirms United States origin and regulatory compliance, providing confidence in quality and support.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
FCC Certification | Yes (via associated hardware) |
UL Certification | Yes (via associated hardware) |
ISO Certification | ISO 9001 (Cisco global manufacturing) |
Advanced Security Features
Inline Security Tool Integration | Supports external tool chaining and service insertion |
Data Visibility Features | End-to-end traffic visibility for compliance and security monitoring |
Application Awareness | Yes, with traffic classification policies |
SSL Decryption Support | Yes (via integration with external decryption tools) |
Logging and Alerting | Yes – configurable logs and SNMP traps |
Traffic Tagging & Metadata Extraction | Supported via policy configurations |
Interfaces
Compatible Switch Platforms | Cisco Nexus 3000 and 9000 Series |
Port Mirroring Support | Yes (via SPAN sessions) |
Filtering Capability | Dynamic and policy-based filtering |
Traffic Aggregation | Yes |
Packet Replication | Yes |
De-duplication Support | Yes, via third-party tools integration |
Load Balancing | Yes, for traffic distribution |
Interface Protocol | NX-API, CLI, SNMP |
Physical & Environmental
Installation Type | Software License Activation |
Licensing Delivery Method | Electronic / Digital Delivery |
Physical Media Included | No |
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Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Managed | No (on-prem software control) |
Management Interface | GUI (web-based), CLI, REST APIs |
License Term | Perpetual |
License Enforcement | Node-locked to Nexus switch |
Included Software Features | Traffic filtering, aggregation, replication, load balancing |
Software Updates | Available via Cisco Smart Software Manager |
Centralized Management Tool | Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) |