(NEW) Cisco Nexus 3000 Series Switches - N3K-C3464C

Overview

The Cisco N3K-C3464C is a high-density, modular switch designed for data centers and enterprise environments that require robust performance and scalability. It features 64 x 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports and supports up to 6.4 Tbps of switching capacity, making it suitable for high-throughput applications. This switch provides advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, allowing for efficient routing, switching, and virtualized network services. With its flexible design and support for various network protocols, the N3K-C3464C is an ideal choice for organizations looking to enhance their network infrastructure while ensuring optimal performance.

Specs

Port Configuration:

• 64 x 10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports.
• Supports breakout configurations for flexibility.

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 6.4 Tbps.
• Forwarding Rate: 4.76 Bpps (billion packets per second).
• Packet Buffer: 12 MB.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:

• Layer 2: VLAN support, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), and Private VLANs (PVLANs).
• Layer 3: Routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and static routing.
• VXLAN support for network virtualization and enhanced segmentation.
• MPLS support for Layer 2 and Layer 3 services.

Advanced Features:

• High programmability with Cisco NX-API and integration with automation tools (e.g., Ansible).
• Extensive monitoring capabilities with support for sFlow, NetFlow, and SNMP.
• Virtual Port Channel (vPC) for redundancy and increased bandwidth.

Management:

• Cisco NX-OS CLI and GUI for simplified management and monitoring.
• APIs for programmatic access to configuration and operational data.