(NEW) Cisco Nexus 3000 Series Switches - N3K-C3132Q-V

Overview

The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-V is a versatile and high-performance 32-port switch designed for data center environments, providing both Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities. It features 32 10-Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) ports and is equipped with four 40-Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports, making it ideal for scalable and resilient network architectures. Leveraging the Cisco NX-OS operating system, the switch supports advanced features such as virtualization, automation, and programmable interfaces, ensuring efficient management and integration into modern cloud infrastructures.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• 32 x 10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports.
• 4 x 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ uplink ports.

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 1.28 Tbps.
• Forwarding Rate: 960 Mpps (million packets per second).
• Packet Buffer: 6 MB.
• Low Latency: Optimized for applications demanding quick data transmission.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2: Support for VLAN, Private VLAN (PVLAN), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP).
• Layer 3: Routing protocols include OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and VRRP for redundancy.
• VXLAN support for network segmentation and efficient virtualization.
• MPLS support for Layer 2 and Layer 3 services.

Advanced Features:

• Programmability: Supports Python scripting, Cisco NX-API, and integration with automation platforms (e.g., Ansible).
• Network Monitoring: Capable of sFlow, NetFlow, and SNMP for comprehensive monitoring and analytics.
• Support for advanced features like VPC (Virtual Port Channel) and FabricPath for enhanced data center operations.

Management:

• Cisco NX-OS offers a robust CLI and GUI for easy management and configuration.
• Automation tools for simplified provisioning and operational efficiency.
• Support for JSON and REST APIs for programmatic access and automation.