United States$5,000,000+
Inventory Delivered By
E
Ethan Brooks
5
NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3-year license ensures predictable advanced features for enterprise networks.
N3K-AD-XF2-3Y
Original Stock
Ready to Ship
NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year
FEATURED DEAL
Name:
N3K-AD-XF2-3Y
- Description:
- NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year
- Rating:
Added to cart 28 times recently
- Availability:
In stock - Ready to Ship
- Brand:
- Cisco
- GTIN:
- 882658558313
- Condition:
- Warranty:
- 3
- List Price:
$49,719.00
- Price:
$26,165.0047.4% off
Quantity:
1
Business price:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Shipping:
Payment:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Need Additional Discount on Product?
Request a quote below - Get Exclusive Pricing and Support.
Shipping:
Payment:
TRUSTED, TRIED, PROVEN
Officially Accredited
& Verified By
Next-Gen IT
Solutions Powered By
N3K-AD-XF2-3Y Overview
N3K-AD-XF2-3Y-NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year is a network operating system license designed for Cisco’s XF Nexus 3K hardware platforms. This software upgrade license enhances the capabilities of your Nexus 3K switches by providing advanced features and performance optimizations that cater specifically to enterprise and IT administration needs.
N3K-AD-XF2-3Y-NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year falls within the Operating System category and is delivered as a digital downloadable license key. It is a subscription-based license valid for 3 Years, intended for enterprise use, and is activated online on a per-device basis, making it ideal for network deployments in businesses, educational institutions, and IT environments.
N3K-AD-XF2-3Y price is $26,165.00, a 47.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $49,719.00. N3K-AD-XF2-3Y is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
Request bulk order quote for N3K-AD-XF2-3Y for additional pricing. Browse the full Cisco Nexus 3000 Switch Licenses series or explore all Cisco products.
N3K-AD-XF2-3Y Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Operating System
- License Type
- Subscription
- License Duration
- 3 Years
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- Unlimited
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Platform Compatibility
- N/A
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Yes
- Product Name
- N3K-AD-XF2-3Y-NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
N3K-AD-XF2-3Y Use Case
High-Availability Data Center Fabric Deployment
In a hyperscale enterprise data center facing unpredictable traffic spikes, deploying the N3K-AD-XF2-3Y-NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year enables in-service software upgrades, advanced buffer tuning and resilient multipath routing. This delivers 99.999% network uptime, reduces maintenance windows by 50% and ensures uninterrupted high-performance application delivery.
Real-Time Telemetry and Automated Remediation
A global financial services firm with sub-millisecond latency requirements leverages the N3K-AD-XF2-3Y-NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year to harness streaming telemetry, NX-API programmability and automated fault detection. This reduces mean time to resolution (MTTR) by 30%, enforces dynamic SLA compliance and frees network teams to focus on strategic innovation.
Secure Multi-Tenant Cloud Edge Fabric
A managed service provider delivering isolated cloud on-ramps uses the N3K-AD-XF2-3Y-NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year to enable VRF-Lite segmentation, mDNS-snooping and granular policy enforcement at the network edge. This accelerates tenant onboarding by 40%, streamlines compliance audits and guarantees robust traffic isolation across diverse client environments.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| N3K-AD-XF2-3Y |  N3524-LAN1K9= |  N3K-ES-XM-3Y |  N3K-AD-XF2= |  N3K-ES-XF= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Not Required | Not Required |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | N/A | 64-bit | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Email Delivery | Digital Key |
| Device Count | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | N/A | 1 Device |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Language Support | English | English | English | Multilingual | English |
| License Duration | 3 Years | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| License Type | Subscription | Volume | OEM | OEM | OEM |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | Cross-Platform | N/A | Linux | N/A |
| Product Name | N3K-AD-XF2-3Y-NX-OS Advantage for XF Nexus 3K, 3 year | NEXUS 3524 LAYER 3 LAN ENTERPRISE LICS SPARE | N3K-ES-XM-3Y-NX-OS ESSEN FOR XM NEXUS 3K | N3K-AD-XF2=-NX-OS Advantage for XF2 Nexus 3K | N3K-ES-XF=-NX-OS ESSENTIALS FOR XF NEXUS 3K |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Renewable | Yes | No | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Category | Operating System | Network Management | Operating System | Operating System | Operating System |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | Unlimited | Unlimited | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
I
Isabella Ward
4
Professional-grade usability and smooth deployment.
L
Lucas Hayes
5
Stable operations and minimal setup complexity.
S
Sophia Brooks
5
Reliable activation and B2B-ready performance.
M
Mason Ward
4
Easy integration with strong enterprise reliability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco N3K-AD-XF2-3Y license?
The N3K-AD-XF2-3Y is a three-year NX-OS Advantage software license for Cisco XF Series Nexus 3000 switches, unlocking advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features.
Which Nexus 3000 models support the N3K-AD-XF2-3Y license?
It supports all Cisco XF Series Nexus 3000 switches, including models with 1/10G and 25/40G port configurations.
How do I activate the NX-OS Advantage license on my Nexus 3K switch?
Use the “license install” CLI command with your Cisco Smart Licensing token, then reboot the switch to enable NX-OS Advantage feature set.
What advanced features does NX-OS Advantage provide?
It delivers comprehensive Segment Routing, VXLAN EVPN, advanced QoS, BGP EVPN multi-site, OSPF enhancements, MACsec, and telemetry capabilities.
Can I convert from a perpetual Cisco NX-OS license to N3K-AD-XF2-3Y?
Yes. Submit a license upgrade order through your Cisco partner or Cisco Commerce Workspace to migrate to the three-year NX-OS Advantage subscription.
How do I renew the N3K-AD-XF2-3Y license?
Renew through Cisco Smart Accounts or via your Cisco partner before expiration to maintain continuous NX-OS Advantage coverage.
What support level is included with N3K-AD-XF2-3Y?
The license includes access to Cisco Software Support Service (SWSS) for updates, upgrades, and 24×7 online assistance.
Is Smart Licensing required for N3K-AD-XF2-3Y?
Yes. You must register the license in Cisco Smart Software Manager to monitor compliance and usage.
How does NX-OS Advantage improve network performance?
By enabling hardware-accelerated routing protocols, advanced congestion management, and real-time telemetry for proactive network optimization.
Can I transfer the N3K-AD-XF2-3Y license between switches?
Yes. Use the Cisco Smart Software Manager to revoke and reassign the license to another eligible Nexus 3000 device.
What is the difference between NX-OS Standard and Advantage?
NX-OS Standard offers basic Layer 2/3 features; NX-OS Advantage provides full feature set including advanced routing, security, and telemetry.
Are software upgrades included in the N3K-AD-XF2-3Y subscription?
Yes. You receive all minor and major NX-OS software updates released during the three-year subscription term.
How do I verify my NX-OS Advantage license status?
Run the “show license status” or “show license all” command in the CLI to confirm activation state and expiration date.
What payment options are available for the N3K-AD-XF2-3Y license?
You can pay upfront or through Cisco Capital financing plans offered by your Cisco partner or reseller.
Can I upgrade from a one-year to a three-year NX-OS Advantage license?
Yes. Contact your Cisco reseller to purchase a three-year extension and apply a prorated upgrade credit.
Where can I find documentation for NX-OS Advantage on Nexus 3000?
Access the Cisco Nexus 3000 Series documentation portal at cisco.com/go/nexus3000 for configuration guides and release notes.