The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ switch is a high-performance, low-latency switch designed for use in data center and cloud environments. It has 72 ports, with 48 fixed 1/10GBASE-T ports and 6 fixed 40GBASE-QSFP+ ports, and can be expanded with an optional module to provide an additional 6 40GBASE-QSFP+ ports.
In terms of performance, the N3K-C3172-FA-L3 can deliver line-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding at up to 1.44 terabits per second (Tbps). It supports a range of advanced features such as virtual PortChannel (vPC), FabricPath, and Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), which make it well-suited for use in high-performance, high-availability data center networks.
The switch also provides comprehensive security features, including Control Plane Policing (CoPP), access control lists (ACLs), and support for Cisco TrustSec, which enables secure segmentation and policy enforcement. It also supports hot-swappable power supplies and fans, making it easy to maintain and upgrade without downtime.
In terms of scalability, the N3K-C3172-FA-L3 supports Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN), which allows for efficient and scalable network virtualization. It also supports the Cisco Nexus Data Broker, which provides advanced traffic monitoring and analysis capabilities.
Configuration and Management OptionsThe Cisco Nexus 3172PQ switch offers a variety of configuration and management options to ensure efficient and secure operation. Some of the key features and options are:
- Command Line Interface (CLI): This is the primary management interface for the switch, which allows administrators to configure and manage the device using text-based commands. The CLI is accessed through a console or SSH connection.
- Web-based GUI: The switch also offers a web-based graphical user interface (GUI) for easy configuration and monitoring. The GUI provides a visual representation of the network topology and allows administrators to configure ports, VLANs, security settings, and other parameters.
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP): The switch supports SNMP, which allows network administrators to monitor and manage the device using SNMP management software.
- Virtual Port Channel (vPC): The Nexus 3172PQ switch supports vPC, which provides a mechanism for combining two physical switches into a single logical switch. This allows for improved performance, redundancy, and scalability.
- Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF): The switch supports VRF, which enables multiple routing tables on a single device. This allows for better isolation and segmentation of network traffic.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The switch offers QoS capabilities to ensure that critical applications and services receive the necessary bandwidth and priority.
- Multicast: The Nexus 3172PQ switch supports multicast protocols for efficient delivery of multimedia traffic.
- Security: The switch provides a range of security features, including Access Control Lists (ACLs), port security, and DHCP snooping, to protect the network from unauthorized access and attacks.
- Advanced Routing Capabilities: The N3K-C3172-FA-L3 is a Layer 3 managed switch, which means it is capable of performing advanced routing functions such as OSPF, BGP, VRF, and MPLS. This makes it an ideal choice for enterprise networks with complex routing requirements.
- High Performance: The switch has 72 ports and a switching capacity of up to 1.44 Tbps. This ensures high throughput and low latency, which is essential for demanding applications such as video streaming, virtualization, and cloud computing.
- Scalability: The switch supports virtualization and can be used as a spine or leaf switch in a network fabric. It also supports Cisco's FabricPath technology, which enables it to scale up to 16 switches in a single domain.
- Security: The switch supports a range of security features, including ACLs, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, and Dynamic ARP Inspection. These features ensure that only authorized devices can access the network and prevent unauthorized access and attacks.
- Easy Management: The switch can be easily managed through Cisco's NX-OS software, which provides a user-friendly interface and a range of management tools. It also supports SNMP and other protocols for network management.
- Reliability: The switch has redundant power supplies and fans, which ensure that it can operate continuously even in the event of a component failure. It also supports Cisco's Virtual Port Channel (vPC) technology, which provides redundant connectivity and enhances network availability.
- Investment Protection: The switch is compatible with Cisco's Nexus 2000 series fabric extenders and can be easily integrated into an existing network. It also supports Cisco's Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) software, which provides a single pane of glass for network management and automation.
General Information:
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number N3K-C3172-FA-L3
- Brand Name Cisco
- Product Line Nexus
- Product Series 3000
- Product Model 3172PQ
- Product Name Nexus 3172PQ, Fwd Airflow (port side exhaust),AC P/S, LAN En
- Product Type Layer 3 Switch
Interfaces/Ports
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 12 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
Media & Performance
- Ethernet Technology 40 Gigabit Ethernet
- Ethernet Technology 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology 40GBase-X
- Network Technology 10GBase-X
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 60
- Expansion Slot Type SFP+
- Expansion Slot Type QSFP+
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported 3
Management & Protocols
- Manageable Yes
- Power Description
- PoE (RJ-45) Port No
- Input Voltage 110 V AC
- Input Voltage 220 V AC
Miscellaneous
- Package Contents-
- Nexus 3172PQ Layer 3 Switch
- AC Power Supply
- Green Compliant Yes
- Green Compliance Certificate/Authority RoHS-5
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