Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172TQ-10GT Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-N3K-C3172TQ-10GT | Part #: N3K-C3172TQ-10GT | MPN: N3K-C3172TQ-10GT
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About the Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172TQ-10GT Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
The Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172TQ-10GT Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module from Cisco is enterprise-grade Network Switches hardware built for data centers. It features 1U form factor, 10GbE interface. The Cisco Nexus 3172TQ-10GT (N3K-C3172TQ-10GT) is a 1RU fixed-configuration Layer 2/3 data center switch designed for high-density top-of-rack and aggregation deployments. It delivers 48 ports of 1/10GBASE-T copper connectivity combined with 6 ports of 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+, providing wire-rate forwarding across all ports with a total switching capacity of 1.44 Tbps. Built on the Cisco Nexus 3000 Series architecture, the switch runs Cisco NX-OS, offering a consistent oper Available in brand new condition. Cisco network switches products are trusted by enterprises and data centers worldwide. Available from Omnixon Global. Contact our sales team to request a quote.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-N3K-C3172TQ-10GT |
| Part Number | N3K-C3172TQ-10GT |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Interface | 10GbE |
| Product Series | Cisco Nexus 3000 |
| Form Factor | 1RU fixed-configuration |
| 10GBASE-T Copper Ports | 48 x 1/10GBASE-T (RJ-45) |
| 40 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink Ports | 6 x 40GbE QSFP+ |
| Total Switching Capacity | 1.44 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 1071 Mpps |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Layer 2 Features | IEEE 802.1Q VLANs, STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP (802.3ad), LLDP, DCB |
| Layer 3 Routing Protocols | OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, EIGRP, PIM, static routing |
| Overlay Networking | VXLAN bridging and routing |
| Management Interfaces | Console (RJ-45), out-of-band management (RJ-45 Ethernet), USB |
| Timing Support | IEEE 1588v2 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies |
| Fan Modules | Hot-swappable front-to-back or back-to-front airflow options |
| Rack Units | 1U |
| Management Software Compatibility | Cisco DCNM, Cisco Nexus Dashboard |
| High Availability Features | Redundant power supplies, redundant fans, hitless software upgrades (ISSU) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172TQ-10GT Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
What does the Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172TQ-10GT Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module do?
The Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172TQ-10GT Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172TQ-10GT Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172TQ-10GT Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.