Description
Deployment and Configuration Options
The N3K-C3548P-BA-L3A Cisco Nexus Reverse Airflow 48 Ports Managed Switch offers a variety of deployment and configuration options to meet the needs of different enterprise networks.
- Rack Mounting: The switch can be rack-mounted in a standard 19-inch rack, allowing for easy integration into existing network infrastructure.
- Standalone or Stackable: The switch can be used as a standalone device or can be stacked with other Nexus switches to create a larger, more powerful network.
- Cisco Nexus Operating System (NX-OS): The switch is managed by the Cisco Nexus Operating System (NX-OS), which provides a rich set of features and tools for configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting the switch.
- Cisco Prime: The switch can be managed and configured remotely through Cisco Prime, a network management software that allows for easy management and configuration of Cisco devices.
- Scripting: The switch supports scripting, which allows for the automation of network configuration tasks and the creation of custom scripts for specific network requirements.
- Virtualization: The switch supports virtualization technologies such as VXLAN and NVGRE, allowing for the creation of virtual networks within a single physical network.
- High-Availability: The switch supports high-availability features such as Virtual Port-Channel (vPC) and FabricPath, which allows for the creation of highly available and resilient networks.
- Security: The switch has advanced security features such as TrustSec, which allows for the creation of secure virtual networks, and Cisco Identity Services Engine, which provides network access control.
Advanced Features of 48 Port Switch
The N3K-C3548P-BA-L3A Cisco Nexus Reverse Airflow 48 Ports Managed Switch is a high-performance, layer 3 switch designed for enterprise networks. Here are some key features and benefits of this switch:
- Reverse Airflow: The N3K-C3548P-BA-L3A switch features reverse airflow, which allows hot air to be exhausted out of the rear of the switch instead of the front. This helps to reduce the temperature inside the switch and increase its overall lifespan.
- High-Speed Performance: With 48 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet and FCoE, this switch is capable of providing high-speed connectivity for demanding applications and services.
- Layer 3 Switching: The N3K-C3548P-BA-L3A switch supports advanced layer 3 routing protocols, such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP, allowing for more efficient and flexible network routing.
- Virtualization: The switch supports virtualization technologies such as VXLAN and NVGRE, allowing for the creation of virtual networks within a single physical network.
- Scalability: The switch is designed for scalability and can be easily integrated into existing networks. It supports up to 12,000 MAC addresses and 1,000 VLANs.
- Security: The switch has advanced security features such as TrustSec, which allows for the creation of secure virtual networks, and Cisco Identity Services Engine, which provides network access control.
- Easy Management: The N3K-C3548P-BA-L3A switch is easy to manage and can be configured and monitored remotely through the Cisco Nexus Operating System (NX-OS) or through Cisco Prime.
- High-Availability: The switch supports high-availability features such as Virtual Port-Channel (vPC) and FabricPath, which allows for the creation of highly available and resilient networks.
- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE): The N3K-C3548P-BA-L3A switch supports Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) which reduces power consumption when the link is idle.
Security and Compliance
The N3K-C3548P-BA-L3A Cisco Nexus Reverse Airflow 48 Ports Managed Switch is designed with advanced security features to ensure compliance and protect against network threats. Some of the key security and compliance features include:
- TrustSec: The switch supports TrustSec, which allows for the creation of secure virtual networks. TrustSec uses Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) to provide network access control and ensure that only authorized users and devices can access the network.
- Access Control Lists (ACLs): The switch supports Access Control Lists (ACLs), which allow network administrators to define and enforce security policies. ACLs can be used to block or allow traffic based on specific criteria, such as IP address or protocol.
- Network Segmentation: The switch supports virtualization technologies such as VXLAN and NVGRE, which allow for the creation of virtual networks within a single physical network. This allows for better network segmentation and increased security.
- Encryption: The switch supports encryption protocols such as IPsec and SSL, which can be used to secure data in transit.
- Compliance Standards: The switch supports compliance standards such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and SOX, which are commonly used in enterprise networks to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Network Access Control: The switch supports network access control features such as Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), which can be used to ensure that only authorized users and devices can access the network.
- Software-Defined Segmentation: The switch supports software-defined segmentation, which allows for the creation of virtual networks within a single physical network, providing more security and flexibility.
General Information:
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number N3K-C3548P-BA-L3A
- Brand Name Cisco
- Product Line Nexus
- Product Series 3000
- Product Model 3548
- Product Name Nexus 3548 Switch
- Product Type Layer 3 Switch
Interfaces/Ports
- Token Ring Port No
- LRE Port No
- Bypass No
- Modular No
- Management Port Yes
- USB Yes
- Stack Port No
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported Twisted Pair
- Ethernet Technology Gigabit Ethernet
- Ethernet Technology 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology 10/100/1000Base-T
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 48
- Expansion Slot Type SFP+
- Shared SFP Slot No
- Number of SFP+ Slots 48
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported 3
Management & Protocols
- Manageable Yes
- Management-
- RMON
- VLAN
- QoS
- DHCP
- MIB II
- CLI
- Telnet
- Syslog
- SNMP v1, v2, and v3
- Memory
- Flash Memory 2 GB
Power Description
- PoE (RJ-45) Port No
- Input Voltage 110 V AC
- Input Voltage 220 V AC
- Power Source Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Yes
