Skip to content

N3K-C3132Q-40GE

by Cisco
Product Line: Cisco Nexus
Product Type: Switch
Original price $0.00 - Original price $544.00
Original price
$544.00
$0.00 - $544.00
Current price $544.00
Title: Used

Orders typically ship within 1-3 Business days, if you need an item to ship sooner please contact us.

Product Description

The N3K-C3132Q-40GE Cisco switch features 32 fixed 40 GbE QSFP+ ports and 4 SFP+ ports, within a 1 RU form factor, designed for efficient space utilization and high-density networking. It supports a switching capacity of 2.5 Tbps and a forwarding rate of up to 1.4 Bpps, along with 9216 bytes of jumbo frame size for enhanced data transmission. The device is equipped with a 4 GB memory, 12 MB buffer size, and operates with a power consumption of 210 W, suitable for environments requiring high performance and reliability.

Key Feature for the N3KC3132Q40GE

  • What is the total number of 40 GbE QSFP+ ports available on this device?
    • There are 32 fixed 40 GbE QSFP+ ports.
  • Can you detail the form factor and power specifications of the switch?
    • The switch has a 1 RU form factor, operates on 210 W power, and has an AC input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC.
  • How many SFP+ ports does the switch support?
    • It supports 4 SFP+ ports.
  • What are the key performance metrics of this networking device?
    • It boasts a switching capacity of 2.5 Tbps and a forwarding rate of up to 1.4 Bpps.
  • What is the maximum supported size for Jumbo Frames?
    • Jumbo Frames up to 9216 bytes are supported.
  • Provide details on the device's memory and storage capabilities.
    • The device comes with 4 GB of memory, 12 MB of shared buffer size, and 4 GB of boot flash.
  • How many MAC addresses can the device support?
    • It can support up to 288,000 MAC addresses.
  • What are the device's specifications regarding VLANs and Spanning Tree Instances?
    • It supports up to 4096 VLANs and 512 Spanning Tree (RSTP) instances, along with 64 MSTP instances.
  • Detail the routing and multicast capacities of the switch.
    • The routing table can handle 16,000 prefixes and 16,000 host entries, with capacity for 8000 multicast routes.
  • What are the environmental operating conditions for this device?
    • It operates within a temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C and dissipates up to 717 BTU/hour.

Product Review

The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-40GE switch offers a high-density configuration with 32 fixed 40 GbE QSFP+ ports and a notable switching capacity of 2.5 Tbps, catering to environments requiring high bandwidth and throughput. However, its limited number of SFP+ ports (4) and a single management port might restrict flexibility in mixed network environments. Additionally, the switch supports a comprehensive feature set including 4,096 VLANs, ample MAC addresses (288,000), and a sizable routing table, but the operational power consumption of 210 W and heat dissipation of 717 BTU/hour could be a concern for energy-conscious deployments.

Overview

The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-40GE is a high-performance, 1 Rack Unit (RU) switch designed for efficient data center operations. It features 32 fixed 40 GbE QSFP+ ports for high-density, scalable 40 Gigabit Ethernet deployments. Additionally, it includes 4 SFP+ ports, providing flexibility for uplink or 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, crucial for modern data center networks. This switch is equipped with a single 10/100/1000 management port, a RS-232 serial console port, and a USB port, facilitating easy setup, management, and troubleshooting. The hardware is engineered to support a substantial switching capacity of 2.5 Terabits per second (Tbps), ensuring smooth data transmission across networks. Its forwarding rate reaches up to 1.4 Billion packets per second (Bpps), which allows for efficient handling of high-volume traffic without bottlenecks. The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-40GE is capable of handling jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes, providing improved performance for large data transfers. It supports a large MAC address table with 288,000 entries, along with 4096 VLANs, making it suitable for complex network environments. The switch can manage up to 512 Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) instances and 64 Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP) instances, ensuring network resilience and reliability. For security and traffic management, the switch allows for 4,000 ingress and 1,000 egress Access Control List (ACL) entries. Its routing capabilities are robust, with a routing table that accommodates 16,000 prefixes and host entries, along with 8000 multicast routes. This feature set makes it ideal for layer 3 network segmentation and routing between VLANs. The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-40GE supports up to 64 EtherChannels with a maximum of 16 ports per EtherChannel, enabling high-capacity link aggregation for increased bandwidth and link redundancy. The switch is equipped with 4 GB of memory and a 12 MB shared buffer size, optimizing its performance in handling concurrent network demands. For storage, it provides 4 GB of boot flash memory. In terms of power efficiency, the switch operates on 210 Watts, with an AC input voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC and a DC input voltage range of -40 VDC to -72 VDC. Its heat dissipation is measured at 717 BTU per hour, highlighting its energy-efficient design. The compact size of 1.72 x 17.3 x 19.7 inches allows for dense rack configurations without sacrificing space efficiency. It can operate within a temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C, ensuring reliability in various data center environments. Key hardware features include: -
  • 32 QSFP+ ports and 4 SFP+ ports for high-density, flexible connectivity.
  • 2.5 Tbps switching capacity and up to 1.4 Bpps forwarding rate for high-performance networking.
  • Comprehensive layer 3 features with support for 4096 VLANs and extensive ACL and routing table capacities.
The Cisco N3K-C3132Q-40GE is designed to meet the demands of modern data centers, offering scalable, high-density connectivity with efficient performance and advanced network features.

Specifications

Part Number and ManufacturerCisco N3K-C3132Q-40GE
32 Ports of 40 GbE QSFP+32
4 SFP+ Ports4
Management Ports 10/100/10001
Serial Console Ports RS-2321
USB Ports Quantity1
Enclosure Type1 RU
Total Switching Capacity2.5 Tbps
Maximum Forwarding Rate1.4 Bpps
Maximum Frame Size9216 Bytes
MAC Address Capacity288,000
Supported VLANs4096
Spanning Tree Protocol Instances512 (RSTP), 64 (MSTP)
ACL Capacity4,000 (Ingress), 1,000 (Egress)
Routing Capacity16,000 Prefixes, 16,000 Host Entries, 8000 Multicast Routes
EtherChannel Support64
Max Ports in an EtherChannel16
System Memory4 GB
Buffer Memory12 MB Shared
Boot Memory4 GB
Power Consumption Operational210 W
AC Power Range100 to 240 VAC
DC Power Range-40 VDC to -72 VDC
Thermal Output717 BTU/Hour
Physical Dimensions1.72 x 17.3 x 19.7 in.
Operational Temperature Range0 °C to 40 °C

Compare products

{"one"=>"Select 2 or 3 items to compare", "other"=>"{{ count }} of 3 items selected"}

Select first item to compare

Select second item to compare

Select third item to compare

Compare