Name: N3K-C3048-FA-L3 Cisco Nexus 3048 48-Port Gigabit RJ-45 + 4x10Gb SFP+ L3 Switch
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N3K-C3048-FA-L3
Price: 661.34 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 3048 switch combines a high number of copper Gigabit ports with fast SFP+ uplinks, fitting neatly into network racks with a 1U footprint. It acts as both a switch and a router within networks, making it a versatile choice for data centers and enterprise environments that need reliable and flexible connectivity.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N3K-C3048-FA-L3
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48-Ports
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, SFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10/100/1000 Mbps,10 Gbps
UpLink Ports	4
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	130.95 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, VRRP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP
Routing Protocol	Static,RIP,OSPF

Power & Cooling
Power	100-240 VAC, 47-63 Hz

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.3u,IEEE 802.3ab,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1w,IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The Cisco Nexus 3048 is a fully manageable Layer 3 switch designed to support demanding network environments. It's built for data centers and enterprise networks requiring a mix of high-density Gigabit Ethernet ports and fast uplinks. Often found in environments where both copper and fiber connections are needed, this switch provides flexible connectivity options with its 48 RJ-45 ports alongside 4 SFP+ slots. Network engineers and administrators typically use it to streamline internal traffic routing and improve network efficiency. Key Features Provides 48 RJ-45 Gigabit ports suitable for various end devices and servers Includes 4 SFP+ slots to connect high-speed fiber optic links for network backbone Offers Layer 3 routing protocols to manage inter-VLAN traffic efficiently Supports advanced management features for simplified network operations Compact 1U size allows easy installation in standard racks without occupying excessive space This switch is commonly deployed in mid-sized data centers and enterprise wiring closets where a balance between port density and uplink speed is critical. It helps maintain smooth data flow and simplifies network management by combining switching and routing tasks.

Use Cases
The Cisco Nexus 3048 is typically deployed in enterprise and data center environments requiring dense Gigabit Ethernet access combined with high-speed uplinks. It suits IT teams managing virtualization workloads, storage networks, and aggregation layers where reliable Layer 3 routing and low-latency switching are critical. How It's Used: Aggregation switch for server racks in data centers supporting virtualized workloads and containerized applications. Layer 3 routing within campus network cores to segment traffic and optimize internal routing for enterprise IT infrastructures. High-performance access layer switch in medium to large SMB networks requiring 10Gbps uplinks for bandwidth-intensive applications. Edge switch at remote or branch offices enabling seamless connectivity with central data centers via 10Gbps fiber uplinks. Connectivity hub for storage clusters needing low latency and high throughput for SAN or NAS systems. By integrating dense copper ports with 10Gbps SFP+ uplinks and Layer 3 capabilities in a compact form factor, this switch helps organizations maintain operational efficiency and scalability. It supports diverse network topologies and workloads, enabling IT teams to optimize performance and adapt to evolving infrastructure demands.