The Cisco Nexus® 3172PQ Switch is a dense, high-performance Layer 2 and 3 10- and 40-Gbps switch that is a member of the Cisco Nexus 3100 switches. The Nexus 3100 switches are the second-generation Cisco Nexus 3000 series switches and offers improved port density, scalability, and features compared to the first-generation switches. The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ comes in a compact one-rack-unit (1RU) form factor and runs the industry-leading Cisco® NX-OS Software operating system, providing customers with comprehensive features and functions that are widely deployed. It supports both forward and reverse (port side exhaust and port side intake) airflow schemes with AC and DC power inputs. The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ is well suited for data centers that require a cost-effective, power-efficient line-rate Layer 2 and 3 top-of-rack (ToR) switch.
What are the key specifications of the Cisco N3K-C3172-BD-L3 switch?
The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ features 72 ports with a 70 MB buffer size, 128 GB boot flash memory, and supports up to 24 EtherChannels with 24 ports per channel. It includes redundant AC power supplies (forward and reversed airflow compatible) and six hot-swappable fans (5+1 redundant) for high availability. We offer this enterprise-grade switch for demanding data center and campus network deployments.
Does the Cisco N3K-C3172-BD-L3 support redundant power supplies?
Yes, the N3K-C3172-BD-L3 includes two redundant AC power supplies with 89-91% efficiency at 220V, supporting input voltages from 100-240 VAC at 50-60 Hz. The switch also features six individual hot-swappable fans in a 5+1 redundant configuration to ensure continuous operation. Contact us today to learn more about availability and deployment options.
What airflow options are available for the Cisco N3K-C3172-BD-L3?
This model supports both forward and reversed airflow schemes for flexible data center placement. Forward airflow draws air through the ports and exhausts through the fan tray and power supplies, while reversed airflow enters through the fan tray and power supplies and exits through the ports. This flexibility allows deployment in various rack configurations and cooling environments.
What are the environmental operating conditions for the N3K-C3172-BD-L3?
The switch operates reliably in temperatures from 32-104°F (0-40°C) with relative humidity of 5-95% non-condensing and can function at altitudes up to 13,123 feet. Storage temperature range extends from -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C). These specifications make it suitable for diverse deployment environments from standard data centers to elevated or temperature-controlled facilities.
What transceiver and cabling options does the Cisco N3K-C3172-BD-L3 support?
The Nexus 3172PQ platform supports a full range of optical transceivers including Active Optical Cables (AOC) and Direct Attach Cables (DAC) for flexible connectivity options. The switch's port architecture accommodates various transceiver types to support different network speeds and distances. Visit barcodesinc.com or contact us today for specific transceiver compatibility and availability.
What spanning tree protocols does the N3K-C3172-BD-L3 support?
The switch supports Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) with 123 instances and Multiple Spanning Tree (MST) Protocol with 64 instances, providing robust redundancy and loop prevention in complex network topologies. These advanced switching features enable efficient network convergence and multi-VLAN support for enterprise environments. We offer complete technical support for protocol configuration and optimization.
The Cisco N3K-C3172-BD-L3 Ethernet & Network Switches is also known as
CSC-N3KC3172BDL3
