Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172PQ-10GE Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-N3K-C3172PQ-10GE | Part #: N3K-C3172PQ-10GE | MPN: N3K-C3172PQ-10GE
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About the Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172PQ-10GE Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
The Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172PQ-10GE delivers 1.44 Tbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 1.0 Bpps, providing line-rate performance for demanding datacenter environments. This 1RU fixed-configuration switch combines 48 10GbE SFP+ ports with 6 40GbE QSFP+ uplink ports, offering flexible port density and scalability in a compact form factor. Running Cisco NX-OS, the N3K-C3172PQ-10GE supports both store-and-forward and cut-through switching modes, with sub-microsecond latency in cut-through mode for applications requiring minimal delay.
Network engineers and infrastructure architects deploy the Cisco Nexus 3000 series to build high-performance, resilient datacenter fabrics. The switch's comprehensive Layer 2 feature set—including VLAN support, 802.1Q trunking, STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP, and vPC (Virtual Port Channel)—enables robust network segmentation and redundancy. Advanced Layer 3 capabilities encompassing BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, PIM, ECMP, and VXLAN routing support modern multi-tenant and virtualized infrastructure. Built-in traffic monitoring via SPAN, ERSPAN, sFlow, and NetFlow provides deep operational visibility. Redundant hot-swappable AC power supplies and hot-swappable redundant fan modules ensure continuous availability, with configurable airflow options for port-side exhaust or port-side intake to optimize thermal performance in any datacenter layout.
The N3K-C3172PQ-10GE meets IEEE standards including 802.3, 802.1Q, 802.3ad, 802.1D, 802.1w, and 802.1s, ensuring broad interoperability across vendor ecosystems. Out-of-band management via dedicated RJ-45 and RS-232 console ports enables secure, independent device administration. Organizations requiring enterprise-grade datacenter switching with proven Cisco reliability should contact Omnixon Global to discuss your infrastructure requirements and request a quotation for the N3K-C3172PQ-10GE.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-N3K-C3172PQ-10GE |
| Part Number | N3K-C3172PQ-10GE |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount |
| Interface | 10GbE |
| Product Series | Cisco Nexus 3000 |
| Form Factor | 1RU fixed-configuration |
| 10GbE SFP+ Ports | 48 |
| 40GbE QSFP+ Uplink Ports | 6 |
| Total Switching Capacity | 1.44 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 1.0 Bpps |
| Switching Mode | Store-and-forward and cut-through |
| Latency (cut-through) | Sub-microsecond |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Layer 2 Features | VLAN, 802.1Q trunking, STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP, vPC (Virtual Port Channel) |
| Layer 3 Features | BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, PIM, ECMP, VXLAN routing |
| Management Interfaces | Out-of-band RJ-45 management port, RS-232 console port |
| Traffic Monitoring | SPAN, ERSPAN, sFlow, NetFlow |
| Power Supplies | Redundant hot-swappable AC power supplies |
| Fans | Hot-swappable redundant fan modules |
| Airflow Options | Port-side exhaust (front-to-back) and port-side intake (back-to-front) |
| Rack Units | 1U |
| Compliance | IEEE 802.3, 802.1Q, 802.3ad, 802.1D, 802.1w, 802.1s |
| ACI Compatibility | Supported as ACI leaf node |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172PQ-10GE Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module
What does the Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172PQ-10GE Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module do?
The Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172PQ-10GE 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-C3172PQ-10GE Cisco Nexus datacenter switch / module compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Nexus 3000 N3K-C3172PQ-10GE 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.