Name: N3K-C3132Q-40GE Cisco Nexus 3000 Series 3132Q 32 x QSFP+ Ports 40GBase-X Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Cisco
SKU: N3K-C3132Q-40GE
Price: 299.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series 3132Q is a rack-mountable network switch designed to provide high-density 40 Gigabit Ethernet connections. It fits into data center setups where performance and reliability are key, offering strong Layer 3 capabilities for routing and traffic control while maintaining a compact footprint.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	N3K-C3132Q-40GE
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	40GBase-X
UpLink Ports	32
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.56 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	5000000000 pps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, HSRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,RJ-45
Security Features	Access control lists (ACLs),802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1D

Product Description
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series 3132Q is built for high-performance data center applications requiring fast and reliable 40 Gigabit Ethernet connections. It’s often found in environments where low latency and high throughput are essential, such as cloud computing and enterprise core networks. Designed for network engineers and IT teams managing large-scale infrastructures, this switch supports advanced Layer 3 features to simplify network routing and improve traffic management. Key Features Offers 32 QSFP+ ports for dense 40 GbE deployment Supports advanced routing protocols for flexible network design Compact 1U form factor fits standard rack systems Delivers low latency suitable for high-speed data center tasks Includes robust management tools for streamlined operations This switch typically operates in data centers and aggregation layers, handling demanding workloads and connecting multiple high-speed devices. It helps maintain efficient data flow and supports scaling networks without extra complexity.

Use Cases
The Cisco Nexus 3000 Series 3132Q switch is predominantly deployed in high-performance data center environments where dense 40GbE connectivity and advanced Layer 3 routing are critical. Network architects and administrators managing large-scale virtualization, storage, or compute clusters will find this switch beneficial for maintaining low latency and consistent throughput. How It's Used: Connecting high-throughput virtualization environments requiring low-latency communication between hypervisors and storage nodes. Serving as a spine switch in leaf-spine architectures within enterprise data centers for scalable east-west traffic management. Aggregating storage clusters in SAN or NAS deployments that demand high-bandwidth and reliable Layer 3 routing. Supporting high-density rack deployments in colocation facilities where space and port density impact operational efficiency. Facilitating edge computing platforms that process large volumes of data locally before transferring to central data centers. Enabling large-scale cloud service providers to implement scalable and manageable 40GbE fabrics for tenant isolation and traffic segmentation. This switch’s capabilities ensure optimized network performance by balancing high port density with advanced routing functions, supporting scalability and operational efficiency in complex data center topologies and demanding workloads.