Replacement for N5K-C5596T-FA: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the N5K-C5596T-FA (N5K-C5596T-FA - Cisco Nexus 5596T 32 x 10GbE / 16 x SFP+ Network Switch)? Pro Disk Network ships Cisco drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the N5K-C5596T-FA
| SKU | N5K-C5596T-FA |
|---|---|
| Product | N5K-C5596T-FA - Cisco Nexus 5596T 32 x 10GbE / 16 x SFP+ Network Switch |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View N5K-C5596T-FA › |
Drop-in replacements for N5K-C5596T-FA
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
432904-001 - HP/Cisco Catalyst 3020 16-Ports 8 x 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit LAN + 4 x SFP Layer-3 Managed Blade Switch Module
SKU: 432904-001
Price: $145.26
NIM-16A - Cisco WAN Network Interface Module Expansion Module for Rs-232 / Rs-530 / X.21 / V.35 / Rs-449 / Rs-530A
SKU: NIM-16A
Price: $5,025.12
A02-M320GB1-L - Cisco 16GB DDR-1600MHz PC3-12800 ECC Registered CL11 240-Pin DIMM Dual Rank Memory Module
SKU: A02-M320GB1-L
Price: $125.22
15-103231-01 - Cisco 16GB PC4-17000 DDR4-2133MHz ECC Registered CL15 RDIMM 1.2V Dual-Rank Memory Module
SKU: 15-103231-01
Price: $142.30
16-2648-02 - Cisco 32MB Compact Flash Memory Card for 1800 Router Series
SKU: 16-2648-02
Price: $142.79
MT4LSDT1632UDG-8F1 - Micron / Cisco 64MB 125MHz non-ECC Unbuffered CL3 100-Pin DIMM Memory Module
SKU: MT4LSDT1632UDG-8F1
Price: $182.37
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.