N3K-C3232C
Nexus 3232C 32 x 100G,1RU switch
The Cisco N3K-C3232C Switch offers high-density 100GbE switching with 32 QSFP28 ports, 6.4 Tbps capacity, low latency, and a comprehensive NX-OS feature set in a compact 1RU form factor.
N3K-C3232C Overview
The Cisco Nexus 3232C is a 1RU, 32-port 100GbE switch designed for high-performance, low-latency switching in data centers. It features QSFP28 ports that can operate as native 100GbE or break out into 4 x 25GbE ports. With up to 6.4 Tbps switching capacity and 3.3 billion packets per second forwarding rate, the Cisco N3K-C3232C provides wire-rate Layer 2 and 3 switching on all ports.
The Cisco N3K-C3232Cruns on the robust NX-OS operating system, offering capabilities like programmability, visibility, troubleshooting tools, and advanced networking features. The modular software architecture provides fault tolerance and high availability. The Cisco N3K-C3232C has a quad-core CPU and large buffers for supporting demanding applications.
With a compact 1RU form factor, redundant components, and flexible airflow options, the Cisco N3K-C3232C can be easily integrated into data center environments. It supports standards-based protocols and optics for interoperability. Overall, the Cisco N3K-C3232C delivers high-speed switching with strong performance suited for modern data centers.
Quick Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Ports | 32 QSFP28 (100GbE or 4 x 25GbE) |
| Switching Capacity | 6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 3.3 bpps |
| Latency | ~450 ns |
| Buffers | 16MB |
| CPU | Quad-core |
| DRAM | 8GB |
| Flash | 64GB |
| Power Supply | Dual Redundant (AC/DC) |
| Fans | 3+1 Redundant |
| OS | NX-OS |
| Rack Units | 1RU |
N3K-C3232C Details and Highlights
- Wire-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching on all ports
- VXLAN, POAP, buffer monitoring, and other NX-OS features
- 64-way ECMP routing and vPC for high availability
- Broad transceiver support including QSFP28 optics
- Forward and reverse airflow options
- Redundant power supplies and fans
- 1RU form factor with 32 x 100GbE density
- Low latency switching performance
- Programmability features like Python scripting
- Scalability with 6.4 Tbps capacity
Supported Products
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| N3K-C3232C | Nexus 3232C 32 x 100G Switch |
| N3K-LAN1K9 | Nexus 3164 Layer 3 License |
| NXA-FAN-30CFM-F/B | Nexus Fan, Forward/Reverse Airflow |
| NXA-PAC-650W-PI/PE | 650W AC Power Supply |
Comparison to Similar Models
| Feature | 3232C | 9336C | 9332PQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100GbE Ports | 32 | 36 | 32 |
| 25GbE Ports | 128 | 144 | – |
| Switching Capacity | 6.4 Tbps | 9 Tbps | 6.4 Tbps |
| Latency | 450 ns | 310 ns | 550 ns |
| Form Factor | 1RU | 1RU | 1RU |
Full Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Ports | 32 QSFP28 ports; each supports native 100GbE and 4x25GbE modes |
| Switching capacity | 6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding rate | Up to 3.3 billion packets per second |
| Latency | ~450 ns |
| MAC addresses | 40,000 |
| VLANs | 4,096 |
| Jumbo frames | 9216 bytes |
| Routing table size | 128,000 LPM routes |
| EtherChannels | 256 (with vPC) |
| Active buffer monitoring | Real-time per port and per queue |
| System memory | 8GB DRAM |
| Boot flash | 64GB |
| CPU | Quad-core |
| Buffer size | 16MB shared |
| Hot patching | Supported |
| Operating temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Relative humidity | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
| Power supply | Dual redundant 650W AC or DC |
| Max power consumption | 402W |
| Typical power consumption | 205W |
| Form factor | 1RU |
| Dimensions | 1.72 x 17.3 x 22.4 in (4.4 x 43.9 x 56.8 cm) |
| Weight | 22.2 lbs (10.06 kg) |
| Airflow | Forward and reverse airflow options |
| Fans | 4 redundant (3+1) |
| OS | NX-OS |
| Management | CLI, SNMP v1/2/3, Bash, REST API |
| Supported optics | QSFP28 SR4, LR4, AOC, etc. |
Supported Modules and Accessories
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| QSFP-100G-SR4 | 100GBASE-SR4 Transceiver |
| QSFP-100G-LR4 | 100GBASE-LR4 Transceiver |
| QSFP-100G-AOC | 100G AOC Copper Cable |
| QSFP-4SFP25G-CU | 100 to 4x25G Breakout Cable |
N3K-C3232C Licensing
The Cisco N3K-C3232C requires the Network Advantage license for full Layer 3 routing functionality. VXLAN capabilities will be enabled in a future software release.
Installation and Deployment
The Cisco N3K-C3232C supports different mounting options including front and rear mounting for rack installation. Cabling is connected to the front panel ports. The switch ships with the NX-OS software image pre-installed.
Compliance and Safety
The Cisco N3K-C3232C complies with standards including UL 60950, FCC Class A, CE marking per EU directives, VCCI Class A, and other agency approvals listed in the datasheet.
Warranty and Support
The Cisco N3K-C3232C comes with a 1-year limited hardware warranty and 90-day limited software warranty. Optional Cisco SMARTnet service provides direct access to TAC engineers and resources.
N3K-C3232C End of Life Policy
The standard End-of-Life policy for hardware is 5 years from the end of sale date. Software is supported until the end of support date of the underlying software release. More details at Cisco EOL Policy
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