Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3 Nexus 3172PQ, Forward Airflow (port side exhaust), DC P/S, Base and LAN Enterprise License Bundle

Features

• High-performance 10/40 Gigabit Ethernet switch for data centers
• 48 fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports and 6 fixed 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports
• Forward airflow (port side exhaust) design for optimized cooling in data center environments
• Layer 3 routing capabilities
• Base and LAN Enterprise License Bundle for advanced networking features
• Programmable with Cisco NX-OS
• Rich set of Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities
• Scalability and high availability features

Technical Specifications

• Model: N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3
• Port Configuration: 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports, 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports
• Airflow: Forward (port side exhaust)
• Power Supply: DC
• Switching Capacity: Up to 1.44 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 1080 Mpps
• Latency: Low latency of approximately 250 nanoseconds
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features: LLDP, LACP, STP, VLANs, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP
• Memory: 16 GB DRAM
• Flash: 64 GB
• Dimensions: 1.72 x 17.3 x 20.94 inches
• Weight: Approximately 16.53 lbs (7.5 kg)
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3?

  The Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3 is a high-performance data center switch designed for top-of-rack deployment, providing advanced features, high throughput, and low latency. It offers 48 SFP+ ports for 10-Gigabit connectivity and 6 QSFP+ ports for 40-Gigabit connectivity.

• What does \'Forward Airflow\' mean?

  In the context of the Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3, \'Forward Airflow\' (port side exhaust) means that the cooling system is designed to push air from the rear to the front of the unit. This type of airflow is optimal for certain data center configurations where cooling needs are met efficiently from front to back.

• What is included in the Base and LAN Enterprise License Bundle?

  The Base and LAN Enterprise License Bundle for the Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3 includes the necessary software licenses to enable comprehensive Layer 3 features such as advanced routing protocols, enhanced security features, and other enterprise-grade network capabilities.

• What type of power supply does the Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3 use?

  The Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3 is equipped with a DC power supply, making it suitable for data centers and environments where DC power is available and preferred.

• What type of ports does the Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3 have?

  The Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FD-L3 features 48 SFP+ ports for 10-Gigabit Ethernet and 6 QSFP+ ports for 40-Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, providing versatile and high-speed network access.

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