Description
The Cisco APIC-M2 is a second-generation Application Policy Infrastructure Controller designed for managing Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) environments with centralized automation and policy control. Housed in a 1RU rack-mount form factor, it features dual redundant power supplies and hot-swappable fans for high availability in enterprise data centers. The APIC-M2 is built on a robust UCS C220 M4 server platform, equipped with dual Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 series processors and up to 512GB of DDR4 memory, ensuring reliable performance for policy-driven network operations. Its design supports seamless integration with Cisco Nexus 9000 Series switches, enabling scalable and secure data center fabric management.
This controller includes multiple 1/10GBase-T and SFP+ interfaces for flexible connectivity options, along with redundant SSDs for operating system and application storage. It supports RESTful APIs, Python scripting, and other open interfaces for easy orchestration and third-party integration. Ideal for those seeking a reliable used solution, the APIC-M2 provides centralized control over virtual and physical resources, simplifying network provisioning and troubleshooting. Its modular architecture and enterprise-grade components make it a cost-effective choice for expanding or upgrading existing ACI deployments.

