Cisco Nexus Series – Scalable, Efficient Data Centre Networking
Bringing technology full circle
The Cisco Nexus Series delivers industry-leading performance, reliability, and scalability for data centre and cloud networking environments.
Built for the demands of modern applications and virtualised workloads, the Nexus family enables high-speed connectivity, automation, and energy efficiency across core, spine, and leaf architectures.
At PICS Telecom, we supply both refurbished and new Cisco Nexus systems, helping organisations extend equipment lifecycles, reduce costs, and build sustainable, future-ready network infrastructures.
Understanding the Cisco Nexus Series
The Cisco Nexus portfolio includes modular and fixed platforms optimised for both traditional and software-defined networking (SDN) environments.
Key platforms include:
- Nexus 2000 Series Fabric Extenders: Simplified top-of-rack connectivity for flexible scaling.
- Nexus 3000 Series: Low-latency 10/25/40/100G switches for high-performance environments.
- Nexus 5000 and 7000 Series: Modular systems supporting converged networking, ideal for aggregation and core layers.
- Nexus 9000 Series: Next-generation SDN-ready switches optimised for Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) and cloud automation.
Performance and Scalability
The Cisco Nexus Series provides advanced capabilities to meet modern data centre demands:
- Multi-speed support (1G–400G) for flexible deployment and bandwidth growth.
- Programmable ASICs and NX-OS software for automation and SDN integration.
- Low-latency architecture ideal for cloud, HPC, and enterprise workloads.
- VXLAN / EVPN support for scalable layer-2 and layer-3 network virtualisation.
- Energy-efficient design with intelligent cooling and power optimisation.
The result is a data centre infrastructure that delivers performance and agility without compromising on operational efficiency or sustainability.
Supporting the Circular Economy
At PICS Telecom, the Cisco Nexus Series is central to our circular network approach — enabling high-performance computing with reduced environmental impact.
- Extended Product Lifecycle: Refurbished Nexus switches deliver full performance beyond OEM refresh timelines.
- Waste Reduction: Reuse and redeployment prevent functional hardware from entering landfill.
- Energy Efficiency: Hardware designs and smart power management reduce operational carbon footprint.
- Certified Recycling: End-of-life systems processed under R2v3, WEELABEX, and Valpak certifications.
By sourcing Cisco Nexus hardware through PICS Telecom, organisations gain enterprise-grade performance while achieving tangible sustainability and ESG outcomes.
Optimising Costs and Operations
Partnering with PICS Telecom for Cisco Nexus solutions offers clear commercial and operational advantages:
- Lower CapEx: Refurbished systems at a fraction of OEM pricing.
- Reduced OpEx: Energy-efficient hardware and simplified management tools.
- Rapid Global Availability: Stock coverage across major Nexus series models.
- Lifecycle Integration: Combine with Investment Recovery, Managed Repair, and Responsible Recycling for total asset optimisation.
All equipment is professionally tested, configured, and warrantied, ensuring dependable operation in mission-critical data centre environments.
Why Source Cisco Nexus from PICS Telecom?
Certified Quality
All hardware tested and warrantied to OEM standards.
Sustainability Commitment
Certified under R2v3, ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 27001, and Zero Waste to Landfill.
Vendor-Agnostic Expertise
Integration experience across Cisco, Juniper, and Arista ecosystems.
Global Reach
Warehousing and logistics across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Circular Lifecycle Management
End-to-end asset traceability and reporting through Responsible Recycling and Investment Recovery.
PICS Telecom — Bringing technology full circle.
Contact us to learn more about available Cisco Nexus systems and discover how we can help you optimise your data centre and cloud networks efficiently, sustainably, and cost-effectively.