Name: N3K-C3064PQ-10GX Cisco Nexus 3000 Series C3064 48 x SFP+ Ports 10GBase-X + 4 x QSFP+ Ports Layer 3 Managed Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N3K-C3064PQ-10GX
Price: 399.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series C3064 switch delivers high-speed 10-Gigabit connections through numerous SFP+ ports while also offering uplink flexibility with its QSFP+ interfaces. It fits into data center racks, providing Layer 3 management functions that assist in routing and traffic control for complex network setups. This makes it a practical choice for organizations needing reliable, scalable, and manageable network infrastructure.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N3K-C3064PQ-10GX
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Number of Ports	52-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, RJ-45, SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	1G,10G,40G
UpLink Ports	4 x QSFP+ (40G)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	1.28 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	952 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+,RJ-45,Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security Features	Access control lists (ACLs),802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,Port security,Storm control
Management Type	Command Line Interface (CLI),Web-based GUI (NX-OS),SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,HTTP/HTTPS,NETCONF

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fan modules

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

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus

Product Description
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series C3064 is designed to provide high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with robust Layer 3 management capabilities. It is often found in data centers and enterprise networks where low latency and high throughput are critical. Network engineers and IT teams commonly rely on this switch to support demanding applications and streamline complex network architectures. Key Features Supports simultaneous 10GBase-X connections across 48 SFP+ ports, ideal for server and storage links. Includes 4 QSFP+ ports enabling flexible 40Gbps uplink or stacking options. Offers Layer 3 routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP for efficient traffic management. Designed with a compact, rack-mountable chassis suitable for dense networking setups. Provides robust network security and management tools for streamlined operations. This switch is typically deployed in environments requiring scalable, high-performance networking like cloud data centers and large enterprise campuses. Its combination of speed, routing capabilities, and form factor helps maintain smooth traffic flow and supports the growing demand for bandwidth-intensive services.

Use Cases
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series C3064 switch is designed for high-density, low-latency environments where scalable 10-Gigabit and 40-Gigabit Ethernet connectivity is critical. It is well-suited for data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures that require advanced Layer 3 routing and efficient traffic management to support virtualization, storage, and compute workloads. How It's Used: Deploying in hyperscale data centers to interconnect rack servers with high-throughput 10G and 40G uplinks for cloud services. Supporting enterprise virtualization platforms by providing low-latency, high-bandwidth links for VM migrations and storage access. Facilitating high-performance computing clusters requiring deterministic network performance and scalable Layer 3 routing. Integrating into large-scale storage area networks to enable fast, reliable data transfers between storage arrays and application servers. Serving as a core switch in medium to large enterprise campus networks that demand advanced Layer 3 features and high port density. This switch enables organizations to maintain operational efficiency by delivering consistent, scalable network performance in complex, bandwidth-intensive environments. Its Layer 3 capabilities ensure robust routing and traffic control, supporting dynamic workloads and growth without compromising network stability.