Brand: Cisco · SKU: N3K-C3172-FA-L3 · MPN: N3K-C3172-FA-L3 · Category: Networking
The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ is a dense, high-performance, 10- and 40-Gbps Layer 2 and 3 switch, part of the Cisco Nexus 3100 switch platform. It offers improved port density and scalability in a compact one-rack-unit (1RU) form factor. The switch runs Cisco NX-OS Software and is well-suited for data centers requiring cost-effective, power-efficient line-rate Layer 2 and 3 top-of-rack (ToR) switches. It supports forward and reverse airflow schemes with AC and DC power inputs. It features 72 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, consisting of 48 SFP+ ports (supporting 1, 10 Gbps) and 6 QSFP+ ports (supporting 40 Gbps or 4 x 10 Gbps each). This model is optimized for low latency and low power consumption. Note that the Nexus 3172PQ-XL is a minor hardware revision with additional memory.
| MTU | Up to 9216 bytes (jumbo frames) |
|---|---|
| Layer | L2/L3 |
| Ports | 48 x 10Gb SFP+ + 6 x 40Gb QSFP+ |
| VLANs | 4096 |
| Cooling | Forward and reverse airflow support |
| Latency | 500ns (for N3K-C3172PQ-10GE variant) |
| MAC Addresses | 288,000 |
| Power Supplies | Dual redundant (AC or DC inputs) |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 1 bpps |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Switching Capacity | 1.4 Tbps or 1.2Tbps (depending on source) |
| Chassis Form Factor | 1RU Rackmount |
| Warranty | 1 year limited warranty |
| Weight | 18.60 lbs or 8.00 kg (for XL variant) |
| Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 17 in (4.4 x 43.9 x 43.2 cm) |
The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ is a high-performance, dense, 10/40-Gbps Layer 2 and 3 top-of-rack (ToR) switch in the Cisco Nexus 3100 platform. It features 48 SFP+ ports and 6 QSFP+ ports, offering high port density in a 1RU form factor, running NX-OS for data center environments. It is optimized for low latency and power efficiency.
Yes, this Cisco Nexus 3172PQ Switch (N3K-C3172-FA-L3) is 100% genuine Cisco hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Cisco Nexus 3172PQ Switch includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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