Product Type | Network Management Software |
Edition | DCNM for SAN Advanced Edition |
Target Hardware Platform | Cisco Nexus 7700 Series Chassis |
Deployment Model | On-Premises or Virtual Machine |
Supported Environments | Enterprise SAN Infrastructure |
Licensing Model | Per Chassis License |
Power Requirements | Not Applicable (Software License) |
Form Factor | Software |
CISCO DCNM for SAN Advanced Edt. for Nexus 7700 Chassis



Key Benefits

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- Purpose-built for Cisco Nexus 7700 chassis, ensuring seamless integration and compatibility.
- TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing support government and secure enterprise procurement standards.
- Advanced edition delivers extended SAN management capabilities, optimizing data center efficiency.
Product Overview
The CISCO DCNM for SAN Advanced Edition for Nexus 7700 Chassis is a network software solution designed to enhance management of storage area networks in large-scale enterprise data centers. Specifically tailored for the Cisco Nexus 7700 series, it offers improved monitoring, automation, and policy control. Manufactured in the United States and TAA compliant, it meets requirements for government and regulated industry applications. Built as an advanced edition, it supports complex SAN environments seeking high availability and operational precision.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Standards |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Regulatory Compliance | RoHS, CE, WEEE |
Certifications | Common Criteria (in supported environments) |
Advanced Security Features
User Role Management | Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) |
Audit Logging | Yes |
Authentication Methods | LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
Encryption | TLS/SSL for Management Traffic |
Secure Access | HTTPS, SSH |
Policy Control | Automated Policy Configuration & Enforcement |
Firmware Vulnerability Management | Yes, via Software Image Compliance Reports |
Alerts & Notifications | Yes, with customizable thresholds and syslog integration |
Interfaces
Supported Protocols | FCoE, FC, IP, SNMP, HTTPS, SSH |
Mgmt Interfaces | GUI, CLI, REST API |
Supported Devices | MDS Switches, Nexus 7000 Series, Nexus 7700 Series |
Data Collection Methods | SNMP, Syslog, Streaming Telemetry |
Physical & Environmental
Installation Format | OVF for VMware or ISO for Bare Metal |
Minimum Disk Space | 500 GB |
Minimum RAM | 32 GB |
Minimum CPU Cores | 8 vCPU |
Operating Systems Supported | CentOS 7.x, RHEL 7.x/8.x |
Environment | Data Center |
Physical Product | No (License and Downloadable Software) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Centralized Management | Yes, via Web GUI or REST API |
Cloud Integration | VM-based or Bare-metal deployment, no native cloud instance |
Bundled Features | Performance Monitoring, Advanced Analytics, Alerts & Events |
Software License Type | Perpetual with Support Contract Options |
License Term | Perpetual or Subscription (customizable) |
License Scope | Per Nexus 7700 Chassis |
Management Interface | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |