The Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) offers a comprehensive solution for managing Cisco NX-OS switches in hybrid-cloud environments, providing automation, visibility, and consistent operations. Designed to simplify and enhance data center management, NDFC integrates with Cisco Nexus Dashboard to streamline network connectivity, reduce deployment times, and ensure seamless transitions with minimal disruptions. Its modular architecture, new user interface, and support for non-Nexus OS platforms make it a robust tool for LAN, SAN, and IP Fabric for Media management. Additionally, NDFC enhances fabric reliability, automates workflows, and supports cloud connectivity with AWS and Microsoft Azure, making it ideal for businesses adapting to increasingly complex digital environments.



| Product | Market Share (%) |
|---|---|
| Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (Formerly DCNM) | 0.7% |
| Zabbix | 8.6% |
| SolarWinds NPM | 3.7% |
| Other | 87.0% |
| Type | Title | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Network Monitoring Software | Dec 30, 2025 | Download |
| Product | Reviews, tips, and advice from real users | Dec 30, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (Formerly DCNM) vs Zabbix | Dec 30, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (Formerly DCNM) vs Auvik Network Management (ANM) | Dec 30, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (Formerly DCNM) vs Datadog | Dec 30, 2025 | Download |
| Title | Rating | Mindshare | Recommending | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zabbix | 4.2 | 8.6% | 95% | 108 interviewsAdd to research |
| SolarWinds NPM | 4.1 | 3.7% | 92% | 160 interviewsAdd to research |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 8 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 3 |
| Large Enterprise | 9 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 39 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 20 |
| Large Enterprise | 81 |
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (Formerly DCNM) was previously known as Cisco Data Center Network Manager.
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| Author info | Rating | Review Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Network Engineer at a healthcare company with 1,001-5,000 employees | 4.0 | I've used Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller for 13 years; it's stable, provides valuable telemetry for analyzing data flows, was moderately easy to set up, and support is excellent, though integration with hybrid environments could improve. |
| Manager - Technology at a engineering company with 10,001+ employees | 3.5 | We use Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller to manage multiple data centers and Nexus switches in Qatar. While its overall management capabilities are valuable, it needs more features and integrations to appeal broadly to Nexus customers. |
| Security Network Architect at Inmac | 5.0 | I have utilized the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller for both spine-leaf and dual-core configurations, appreciating its automation integration with Python, Ansible, and Terraform. However, BGP peering issues arise when connecting Nexus switches to Palo Alto firewalls. |
| Network Team Lead at Atlas Security | 5.0 | I use Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller to manage 40 Nexus switches at an airport. It offers exceptional VDC management and integration insight, but its reporting requires advanced skills and needs improvement. Despite that, it's the best data center management solution available. |
| BDM/Chief Information Officer at Afcor PLC | 3.5 | I use Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller to implement policy changes efficiently across switches, leveraging push technology for updates. The uplink and downlink port balance needs improvement, and integrating AI for automation would enhance the efficiency of task management. |
| Consultant at Millenium IT | 4.0 | The Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller's most valuable feature is its consolidated dashboard, which provides insights into network usage and automation capabilities. However, improvements are needed in its pricing strategy and frequent product changes cause customer confusion. |
| Senior Network Engineer at Virgin Media | 3.5 | I use Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller to manage switches, and it simplifies managing our deployed services. However, I find that performance and reliability need improvement. Overall, it's easy to manage but could be more robust. |
| System Engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees | 4.0 | We use the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller for enhanced performance in our data center, appreciating its security features and integration capabilities. While it needs more user-friendliness and AI integration, it outperforms others, with a rating of over eight out of ten. |