Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 Nexus 3132Q, AC, Reversed Airflow (port side intake), Base & LAN Ent Lic Bundle

Features

• High-density 40 Gigabit Ethernet switch with 32 QSFP+ ports
• Compact 1RU form factor optimized for efficient data center operation
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching support
• Reversed airflow design (port side intake) for optimal cooling
• Rich set of data center features including VXLAN and NVGRE
• Cisco NX-OS software with comprehensive IPv4/IPv6 routing and multicast features
• Advanced features for large-scale data centers, including Telemetry, HITLESS ISSU, and Smart System Upgrade (SSU)
• Scalable architecture supporting Cisco FabricPath, virtual PortChannel (vPC), and virtual Extensible Local Area Network (VXLAN)
• LAN Enterprise License included for enhanced functionality

Technical Specifications

• Model: Cisco Nexus 3132Q (N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3)
• Ports: 32 x 40-Gigabit QSFP+ ports
• Form Factor: 1RU
• Switching Capacity: 2.56 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: 1.44 Bpps
• Layer 2 Switching: Yes
• Layer 3 Routing: Yes
• Airflow: Reversed Airflow (port side intake)
• Power Supply: Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies
• Power Consumption: Approximately 350W
• Dimensions: 1.72 x 17.3 x 22.6 inches (4.4 x 44.0 x 57.4 cm)
• Weight: Approximately 21 lbs (9.5 kg)
• Operating System: Cisco NX-OS
• Licensing: Base & LAN Enterprise License Bundle
• Advanced Features: VXLAN, NVGRE, Cisco FabricPath, Telemetry, HITLESS ISSU, Smart System Upgrade (SSU)
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 Nexus 3132Q switch?

  The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 Nexus 3132Q is a high-density, low-latency 40-Gbps Layer 3 Ethernet switch designed for data center environments. It supports up to 32 ports and features reversed airflow (port side intake).

• What type of airflow does the Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 have?

  The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 features reversed airflow, also known as port side intake, which is ideal for certain data center cooling configurations.

• What licenses are included with the Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3?

  This model comes with a Base and LAN Enterprise (ENT) license bundle, providing essential features for Layer 3 switching and advanced network capabilities.

• How many ports does the Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 have?

  The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 switch is equipped with 32 QSFP+ ports, each supporting 40-Gbps Ethernet speeds.

• What use cases are suitable for the Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3?

  This switch is suitable for high-performance data centers requiring low latency, high-density 40-Gbps connectivity, and advanced Layer 3 networking features. It is ideal for spine-leaf topologies and high-performance computing environments.

• Does the Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 support Layer 2 and Layer 3 features?

  Yes, the Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking features, making it versatile for various network configurations and designs.

• What is the primary advantage of port side intake airflow?

  Port side intake airflow is designed to match specific data center cooling configurations where air is drawn in from the port side. This helps in maintaining optimal temperature and airflow within the data center environment.

• Can the port configuration on Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 be customized?

  Yes, the QSFP+ ports on the Cisco N3K-C3132Q-BA-L3 can be customized with different breakout options to support various network designs and scalability requirements.

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