Part Number: N3K-C3048TP-1GE
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Overview:
The Cisco Nexus N3K-C3048TP-1GE is a high-performance, feature-rich, and compact switch designed for data center environments. It offers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities, along with a range of features optimized for data center networking requirements.
Key Features:
High Performance: Provides high-performance switching with low latency, making it ideal for data center environments with demanding workloads.
Fixed Configuration: Offers a fixed configuration with forty-eight 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports and four 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports.
Layer 2 and Layer 3 Functionality: Supports advanced Layer 2 switching features such as VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Layer 3 routing protocols for efficient traffic management.
Unified Fabric: Supports converged networking with Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) capabilities, enabling the consolidation of data and storage traffic onto a single network fabric.
Energy Efficiency: Incorporates energy-efficient design features to minimize power consumption and reduce operational costs.
Applications:
Data Centers: Ideal for use in data center environments requiring high-performance, low-latency switching for virtualized and cloud-based applications.
High-Density Server Deployments: Suitable for high-density server deployments where numerous servers require high-speed connectivity to network resources.
Enterprise Networks: Provides scalable and reliable network connectivity for enterprise environments with growing data and application demands.
Service Provider Networks: Used in service provider networks to deliver high-speed connectivity and services to customers with demanding network requirements.
Specifications:
Ports: Forty-eight 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports, four 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports
Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 132 Mpps
Layer 2 VLANs: Up to 4096
Layer 3 Routing Interfaces: Up to 256
Dimensions: (H x W x D) 1.72 x 17.3 x 16 in. (4.4 x 43.9 x 40.6 cm)
Weight: 17.75 lb (8.05 kg)
Power Supply: Dual redundant power supplies
Why Choose N3K-C3048TP-1GE:
High Performance: Provides high-performance switching with low latency, ensuring optimal performance for demanding data center applications.
Scalability: Offers scalability with forty-eight 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing ample connectivity for growing data center environments.
Feature-Rich: Supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching features, as well as FCoE capabilities, for efficient traffic management and converged networking.
Reliability: Cisco is a trusted name in networking, known for delivering reliable and high-performance networking solutions.
Energy Efficiency: Incorporates energy-efficient design features to minimize power consumption and reduce operational costs, making it environmentally friendly and cost-effective.
The Cisco Nexus N3K-C3048TP-1GE switch is an excellent choice for data center environments requiring high-performance, feature-rich, and scalable switching solutions. With its advanced features, reliability, and energy efficiency, it provides the foundation for building and managing modern data center infrastructures.