Description
High-Performance Layer 3 Switching Capabilities
The N3K-C3132-BD-L3 is a high-performance Layer 3 switch from Cisco’s Nexus 3100 series, designed for use in data center and enterprise network environments. Here are some of its key features:
- 36 ports: The switch has 36 ports, each capable of supporting up to 40 Gbps of throughput. These ports are designed for high-speed data transmission and can handle a variety of network traffic types, including voice, video, and data.
- Layer 3 switching: The N3K-C3132-BD-L3 supports Layer 3 switching, which means it can route traffic between different IP subnets. This is an important feature in enterprise networks, where multiple subnets may be used to segment traffic for security or performance reasons.
- Advanced routing protocols: The switch supports a number of advanced routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP. These protocols allow the switch to dynamically learn and adapt to changes in the network, which can improve network performance and reliability.
- Virtualization support: The N3K-C3132-BD-L3 supports virtualization technologies like VXLAN and NVGRE, which allow multiple virtual networks to run on a single physical network infrastructure. This can improve network efficiency and simplify network management.
- High availability: The switch includes features like hot-swappable power supplies and fans, as well as redundant components and link aggregation, which can help ensure high availability and minimize downtime.
Advanced Security Features and Protocols
The N3K-C3132-BD-L3 Cisco Nexus 3132Q switch is a high-performance layer 3 managed switch that is designed to provide advanced security features and protocols. Here are some of the security features and protocols offered by this switch:
- Secure Boot: The switch comes with a secure boot process that ensures that only authorized software is loaded onto the device. This helps to prevent unauthorized access and ensures that the switch is running the correct version of software.
- Control Plane Protection: The switch provides control plane protection by limiting the amount of traffic that is allowed to reach the control plane. This helps to prevent denial of service (DoS) attacks and ensures that the switch can continue to operate even under heavy traffic loads.
- Secure Management: The switch supports secure management protocols such as SSH and SNMPv3. These protocols provide encrypted communication between the switch and management devices, ensuring that sensitive information is not intercepted by unauthorized parties.
- Access Control: The switch supports access control mechanisms such as VLANs and Access Control Lists (ACLs). These mechanisms allow administrators to restrict access to certain ports or devices, ensuring that only authorized users can access the network.
- Threat Defense: The switch supports threat defense mechanisms such as MACsec and IPsec. These protocols provide encryption and authentication services that help to prevent unauthorized access and ensure that sensitive data is protected.
Energy-Efficient Design and Power Management Capabilities
The N3K-C3132-BD-L3 Cisco Nexus 3132Q switch is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It features power management capabilities that allow it to optimize its power usage based on the network traffic and user requirements.
One of the primary ways the switch achieves energy efficiency is through its use of low-power consumption components. These components are designed to use less power while still delivering high performance. Additionally, the switch uses advanced power management algorithms to monitor and adjust its power consumption in real-time.
The N3K-C3132-BD-L3 switch also features various power-saving modes, including a low-power mode that reduces the switch’s power consumption when it is not in use. This mode is particularly useful for reducing energy usage during off-hours or periods of low network activity.
General Information:
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number N3K-C3132-BD-L3
- Brand Name Cisco
- Product Line Nexus
- Product Series 3000
- Product Model 3132Q
- Product Name Nexus 3132Q Switch
- Product Type Layer 3 Switch
- Additional Product Specifications
- Full Product Specifications Click to view
Interfaces/Ports
- Uplink Port No
- Modular Yes
- Stack Port No
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 32 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported Optical Fiber
- Ethernet Technology 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Ethernet Technology 40 Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology 10GBase-X
- Network Technology 40GBase-X
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 36
- Expansion Slot Type SFP+
- Expansion Slot Type QSFP+
- Number of SFP+ Slots 4
- Network & Communication
- Layer Supported 3
Management & Protocols
- Manageable Yes
Power Description
- Power Source Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Supported Yes
Miscellaneous
- Environmentally Friendly Yes
- Environmental Certification RoHS-5
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Review of 2/12/2024, reflecting an experience on 2/12/2024 by Neil M