Cisco N3K-C3164Q-40GE Nexus

Cisco N3K-C3164Q-40GE Overview

Cisco N3K-C3164Q-40GE is the Nexus 3164Q, 64 QSFP+ ports, 2RU switch. The Cisco Nexus 3164Q Switch is an ultra-high density, power efficient, 10/40-Gbps switch designed for the data center. This compact, two-rack-unit (2RU) model offers wire-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching on all ports. It runs the enhanced version of the Cisco NX-OS Software operating system, that also supports Nexus 9000 series switches. It provides customer comprehensive features while simplifying image management. The rich programmability features enable organizations to run today’s applications while also being prepared for the demanding and changing application needs such as big data, cloud, and virtualization.

Key Benefits:

• Performance:
  • Up to 5.12 Tbps throughput and 3.8 bpps.
  • 6-core CPU, 16 GB DRAM, 64 GB SSD, 48 MB buffer.
• Programmability:
  • Supports NX-API, Linux Containers, XML/JSON APIs, OpenStack, Python, Puppet/Chef.
• Flexibility:
  • QSFP ports configurable as 10-Gbps ports (up to 256).
  • 40-Gbps BIDI Transceivers for transition from 10G.
  • Supports both fiber and copper cabling.
• High Availability:
  • VPC technology for Layer 2 multi pathing.
  • 64-way ECMP routing for fat-tree designs.
  • Hot/cold patching and Fast Reboot.
  • Hot-swappable power supplies and fans.
• NX-OS Features:
  • POAP for easy provisioning.
  • EEM and Python scripting for automation.
  • Real-time buffer monitoring and Ether Analyzer for troubleshooting.
  • Supports BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIPv2, PIM-SM, SSM, MSDP.

You can also visit the manufacturer’s website link for more information.

You can also visit the Cisco N9K-C93180YC-FX Nexus , Cisco N9K-C93180YC-EX Nexus , Nexus Switches pages if you wish.