Cisco N3K-C36180YC-R Nexus 36180YC-R Switch
Full Part Number: N3K-C36180YC-R
Manufacturer Company: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Overview
The Cisco N3K-C36180YC-R, also known as the Cisco Nexus 36180YC-R, is a high-performance, compact, and versatile data center switch designed for top-of-rack (ToR) deployments. Part of the Cisco Nexus 3000 Series, this switch offers 48 fixed 25-Gigabit Ethernet (25GbE) SFP28 ports and 6 fixed 100-Gigabit Ethernet (100GbE) QSFP28 ports. With low latency and extensive programmability features, the N3K-C36180YC-R is engineered to meet the demands of modern data centers, cloud computing environments, and high-frequency trading (HFT) applications.
Key Features
High Port Density: Features 48 x 25GbE SFP28 ports and 6 x 100GbE QSFP28 ports, offering a dense and scalable solution for data center networking.
Low Latency: Provides ultra-low latency, making it suitable for environments where speed and performance are critical, such as high-frequency trading.
Advanced Programmability: Supports Cisco’s NX-OS software with programmability features such as Python scripting, REST APIs, and Ansible automation for simplified network management and operations.
Flexible Deployment Options: Offers flexibility in network design with the ability to configure 100GbE ports as 4 x 25GbE, providing up to 72 x 25GbE ports if required.
Comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features: Includes advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality, supporting multiple routing protocols, VLANs, VXLAN, and EVPN for scalable and efficient network operations.
Energy Efficient: Built with power efficiency in mind, minimizing energy consumption while delivering high performance.
Applications
Data Center ToR Deployments: Ideal for top-of-rack deployment in data centers, providing high-speed, low-latency connectivity for servers and storage systems.
Cloud Networking: Suitable for cloud service providers who need scalable, high-performance networking solutions to support virtualized and containerized environments.
High-Performance Computing (HPC): Perfect for HPC environments where high throughput and low latency are crucial for processing large volumes of data quickly and efficiently.
High-Frequency Trading (HFT): With ultra-low latency, the N3K-C36180YC-R is well-suited for financial services and trading environments where every microsecond counts.
Campus Core and Aggregation Layer: Can be deployed in enterprise campus networks as a core or aggregation layer switch, providing high-density, high-performance networking.
Specifications
Port Configuration:
48 x 25-Gigabit Ethernet SFP28 Ports
6 x 100-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 Ports
Switching Capacity: Up to 3.6 Tbps
Forwarding Rate: Up to 1.2 Bpps (Billion packets per second)
Latency: Ultra-low latency of less than 1 microsecond
Layer 2 Features: VLAN, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Link Aggregation, IGMP Snooping
Layer 3 Features: IPv4/IPv6 routing, OSPF, BGP, ISIS, VXLAN, EVPN
Management: NX-OS, Python scripting, REST APIs, Ansible
Power Consumption: Energy-efficient design with typical power consumption of 500W
Form Factor: 1RU rack-mountable
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.3 x 24.8 x 1.7 inches (44 x 63 x 4.4 cm)
Weight: Approximately 21 lbs (9.5 kg)
Why Choose the Cisco N3K-C36180YC-R?
High-Performance Networking: The N3K-C36180YC-R delivers exceptional performance with high port density, ultra-low latency, and extensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, making it ideal for demanding data center environments.
Scalability and Flexibility: Supports flexible port configurations and scalable network designs, ensuring your infrastructure can grow with your business needs.
Programmability and Automation: Simplify network management and operations with advanced programmability features, including support for Python, REST APIs, and Ansible, enabling faster deployments and reduced operational overhead.
Energy Efficiency: Reduce operational costs with a switch designed for power efficiency, delivering high performance without excessive energy consumption.
Cisco Reliability: Benefit from Cisco’s reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality networking hardware that is backed by robust support and services.
The Cisco N3K-C36180YC-R Nexus 36180YC-R switch is a powerful, flexible, and efficient solution for modern data centers, cloud networks, and other high-performance environments. It combines high port density, ultra-low latency, and advanced programmability to meet the rigorous demands of today’s networking challenges.