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

Features

• High-performance, high-density, low-latency switching
• 48 x 10-Gbps Enhanced Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP+) ports
• 6 x 40-Gbps Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable (QSFP+) ports
• Forward airflow (port side exhaust) for cooling
• Low-power consumption for energy efficiency
• Comprehensive Layer 3 feature set
• Flexible port configuration options
• Support for Cisco Nexus 9000 series features
• Latency of less than 1 microsecond
• Base and LAN Enterprise License Bundle included

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: N3K-C3172PQ-FA-L3
• Form Factor: 1 RU (Rack Unit)
• Switching Capacity: 1.44 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 1 billion packets per second (1 Bpps)
• Memory: 12 GB system memory, 4 GB storage, and 32 MB buffer memory
• Ports: 48 x 10-Gbps SFP+ and 6 x 40-Gbps QSFP+
• Cooling: Forward airflow (port side exhaust)
• Power Supply: Dual AC power supplies
• Dimensions: 1.72 in. x 17.3 in. x 22.5 in. (4.4 cm x 43.9 cm x 57.2 cm)
• Weight: 22.5 lbs (10.2 kg)
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Storage Temperature: -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
• Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
• Compliance: RoHS-5, RoHS-6

Frequent Ask Questions

• What are the main features of the Cisco N3K-C3172PQ-FA-L3 Nexus 3172PQ?

  The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ offers high performance, high density, low latency, and power efficiency for data center applications. It is designed with a 1.44 Tbps switching capacity and can support up to 72 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports.

• What type of airflow does the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ support?

  The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ supports forward airflow, specifically port-side exhaust airflow.

• What kind of power supply does the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ use?

  This switch uses AC power supplies.

• What licenses come with the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ?

  The bundle includes the Base and LAN Enterprise licenses.

• What form factor does the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ support?

  The switch supports a 1RU form factor, making it suitable for rack-mount installations in data centers.

• Does the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ support Layer 3 routing?

  Yes, the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ supports advanced Layer 3 routing functions.

• What management options are available for the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ?

  You can manage the switch using CLI, SNMP, and an out-of-band management port.

• What kind of environments is the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ suitable for?

  The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ is ideal for enterprise data centers, high-performance computing environments, and service provider infrastructures due to its high performance and scalability.

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