Cisco Nexus 3000 series Product White Paper

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White Paper
Airflow Sleeve and Airflow Vent
Cisco Nexus 2000 and 3000 series
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What You Will Learn
The purpose of this note is to explain two airflow optimization solutions for the Cisco Nexus 2000 and 3000 series.
In situations where the Nexus 2000 and 3000 Series ports are aligned with server ports, proper air sealing at the
front of the chassis may be required to achieve optimal airflow.
This document provides an explanation for the airflow sleeve and airflow vent optimization solutions.

Cisco Nexus 3000 series Specifications

General

Brand	Cisco
Model	Nexus 3000 series
Category	Switch
Language	English