Chapter 16
Describing Cisco UCS Components
This chapter covers the Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS). The Cisco UCS is Cisco’s innovative approach to the compute component in the data center. It is a complex integrated solution to address multiple challenges and consists of multiple components. You will get acquainted with the different physical components of the Cisco UCS and the different generations of the integrated system. You will take a closer look at the different compute nodes and their technical characteristics. You will learn which can operate in a standalone mode and which operate as an integrated component of the Cisco UCS. Additionally, we will take a look of the Cisco HyperFlex system as an example of a fully integrated infrastructure ...