(NEW) Cisco Nexus 3000 Series Switches - N3K-C3636C-R

Overview

The Cisco N3K-C3636C-R is a high-performance, modular switch tailored for data centers and high-density networking environments. This switch offers 36 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet, providing robust connectivity and exceptional throughput for demanding applications. Powered by Cisco's NX-OS operating system, it supports advanced routing and switching features along with programmability for seamless integration into modern network architectures. The N3K-C3636C-R is designed to deliver high reliability and efficiency, making it an ideal solution for organizations looking to scale their network infrastructures while ensuring optimal performance.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• 36 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 ports.

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 7.2 Tbps.
• Forwarding Rate: 5.36 Bpps (billion packets per second).
• Latency: <1 microsecond.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2: VLAN support, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), and Private VLANs.
• Layer 3: Supports advanced routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and static routing.

Advanced Features:

• Virtual Port Channel (vPC) for improved redundancy and bandwidth utilization.
• VXLAN support for enhanced network virtualization.
• Programmable capabilities with Cisco NX-OS, supporting REST APIs and automation tools.
• Network monitoring features, including sFlow and NetFlow for detailed traffic analysis.

Management:

• Cisco NX-OS operating system providing a rich set of management tools.
• Support for SNMP, Syslog, and NX-API for monitoring and automation.