N3K-C3016-FD-L3
Nexus 3016, DC, Forward Airflow (port side exhaust), Base and LAN Ent Lic Bundle
The Cisco N3K-C3016-FD-L3 Bundle provides the forward airflow, DC powered Nexus 3016Q-40GE low latency switch with full Layer 3 routing capabilities.
N3K-C3016-FD-L3 Overview
The Cisco Nexus 3016-FD-L3 is a bundle that packages the Nexus 3016Q-40GE switch with Base and LAN Enterprise licenses. The Cisco N3K-C3016-FD-L3 comes with the -F model switch that has forward airflow and DC power supplies, ideal for data centers with front-to-back cooling.
The Cisco N3K-C3016-FD-L3 bundle provides a fully featured 1RU 40GbE switch with advanced Layer 3 capabilities enabled right out of the box. The Nexus 3016Q-40GE itself delivers sub-microsecond latency with 16 QSFP+ ports for high density 40GbE or 10GbE.
The included licenses allow the switch to run routing protocols like OSPF, BGP, EIGRP along with features like ECMP, VRF, and robust QoS. The complete L3 feature set makes this an ideal bundle for low latency routing and microburst absorption in financial trading environments.
Quick Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Switch | Nexus 3016Q-40GE (-F model) |
| Ports | 16 x 40GbE QSFP+ |
| Software | NX-OS |
| Licenses | Base + LAN Enterprise |
| Latency | sub-microsecond |
| Throughput | 1.28 Tbps |
| Power | -48V DC |
N3K-C3016-FD-L3 Details and Highlights
- Line-rate 40GbE switching with sub-microsecond latency
- Forward airflow design with port-side exhaust
- DC powered for maximum efficiency and flexibility
- Full Layer 3 feature set enabled out of the box
- Hardware optimized for financial trading applications
- Comprehensive QoS and advanced monitoring capabilities
- Investment protection for 10GbE to 40GbE migration
N3K-C3016-FD-L3 Bundle Components
- Nexus 3016Q-40GE Switch (-F model)
- N3K-BAS1K9 – Base License
- N3K-LAN1K9 – LAN Enterprise License
- DC power cables
- Accessory kit
Supported Products
| Product | Description |
|---|---|
| Nexus 2000 | Validated with Nexus 2K/5K/7K ToR switches |
| UCS Servers | Tested with Cisco UCS B-Series and C-Series servers |
| Hypervisors | Supports VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, RedHat KVM |
| OS/Apps | Certified for running financial applications |
Comparison to Similar Bundles
| Bundle | Switch | Ports | Latency | Licenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3016-FD-L3 | 3016Q (-F) | 16 x 40GbE | sub-microsecond | Base + LAN Enterprise |
| 3016-FA-L3 | 3016Q | 16 x 40GbE | sub-microsecond | Base + LAN Enterprise |
| 3132Q-V-FD | 3132Q (-F) | 32 x 40GbE | 1.8 microseconds | Base Only |
Full Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Switch Model | Nexus 3016Q-40GE (-F model) |
| Ports | 16 x QSFP+ (40GbE or 4x10GbE) |
| Speed | 40Gbps per port |
| Switching Capacity | 1.28 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 950 Mpps |
| Latency | sub-microsecond |
| Buffer | 9 MB |
| CPU | 1.5 GHz Quad Core |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Flash | 4 GB |
| Power | -40 to -72 VDC |
| Efficiency | 85 to 88% |
| Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 19.7 in (4.4 x 43.9 x 50.5 cm) |
| Weight | 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) |
Supported Modules and Accessories
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| N3K-PDC-350W-B | 350W DC Power Supply |
| QSFP-40G-SR4 | QSFP 40GBASE-SR4 Transceiver |
| QSFP-H40G-CU5M | 40GBASE-CR4 5m Copper Cable |
N3K-C3016-FD-L3 Licensing
Cisco N3K-C3016-FD-L3 Bundled Licenses:
- N3K-BAS1K9 – Base License
- N3K-LAN1K9 – LAN Enterprise License
Installation and Deployment
- 1RU form factor for data center racks
- Dual redundant -48V DC power supplies
- Forward airflow design with port-side exhaust
- QSFP+ ports support copper and fiber cabling
Compliance and Safety
Complies with major standards including:
- UL 60950, EN 60950 for safety
- FCC, CISPR22 for emissions
- CE mark, RoHS compliant
Warranty and Support
- 1 year limited hardware warranty
- 90 days software support
- Optional SmartNet services available
N3K-C3016-FD-L3 End of Life Policy
- Hardware supported for 5 years from last ship date
- Minimum 12 months end-of-life notification
- More details at Cisco EOL Policy
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