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N3K-C3132Q-V
Cisco N3K-C3132Q-V Nexus 3100-V 32-Port 40 Gigabit Switch
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N3K-C3132Q-V is a fixed-configuration data center switch with 32 native 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports and default Layer 2 software. Its fiber interfaces serve rack interconnections rather than copper endpoint access, and its uplink architecture uses built-in ports rather than removable network cards. The Cisco Nexus 3132Q-V occupies one rack unit and uses redundant internal power supplies and active cooling. The discontinued N3K-C31108PC-V differs in native fiber downlink density, providing 48 SFP+ downlinks. This model belongs to the Nexus 3100-V generation, with hardware intended for enterprise applications, hosting, high-performance computing and cloud environments. Software entitlement determines whether the hardware operates beyond its included switching functions.
N3K-C3132Q-V price for new stock is $15,394.05, a 44.7% saving from the Cisco list price of $27,859.00. N3K-C3132Q-V refurb price is $378.00. N3K-C3132Q-V is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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2560 Gbps switching capacity provides the aggregate switching fabric for the fixed interfaces. 1400 Mpps maximum forwarding rate sets the hardware packet-processing ceiling; operating mode determines which interfaces are active. A shared 16 MB packet buffer accommodates traffic across ports rather than assigning that entire capacity to each connection. N3K-C3132Q-V carries 16 GB of DRAM and 16 GB of boot flash for system operation and image storage. The hardware supports 288000 MAC entries and 4096 VLANs, while jumbo-frame support reaches a 9216-byte MTU. RSTP and MSTP provide spanning-tree operation, and LACP supports link aggregation. Administration uses the NX-OS CLI, XML interface and SNMP monitoring, with Cisco Data Center Network Manager available for centralized management. The dedicated management interface and serial console keep administrative connectivity separate from the fiber switching interfaces.
N3K-C3132Q-V is offered by ORM Systems in new sealed and certified refurbished condition. Refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, rated-speed port links, clean boot, optics bay recognition, PSU status and fan status; firmware is verified and configuration is wiped to factory default. Specify the condition and supplied components on the purchase order: new units carry up to a 3-year extended warranty, certified refurbished units carry up to 1 year, and every condition has 30-day returns with terms applying. Enterprise and volume orders are accepted by PO, with Net-30 for government, RMA with advance replacement, and regional stock and RMA coverage across the UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 32 x 40G QSFP+ / 4 x shared 10G SFP+ |
Max Power Draw | 290W |
Cooling | 4 fans with 3+1 redundancy |
Lifecycle Status | End-of-sale August 31, 2022; support ends August 31, 2027. |
Replacement PID | N9K-C9336C-FX2. |
In a hyperscale cloud environment supporting multi-petabyte object storage, the Nexus 3132Q-V’s 32 QSFP+ ports deliver high-density 100 GbE aggregation at the spine layer. By leveraging its low-latency, cut-through switching and Cisco’s NX-OS programmability, operators achieve seamless inter-pod transport and automated workload scaling. The outcome is up to 70% faster east-west throughput, simplified network operations, and a proven platform for future 400 GbE upgrades.
In an enterprise AI/ML data science environment, multiple GPU servers require sub-microsecond interconnect to train deep learning models at scale. The Cisco Nexus 3132Q-V provides up to 3.2 Tbps of non-blocking bandwidth and RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) support across all 32 QSFP+ ports. This delivers a 60% reduction in model training time, deterministic performance for scale-out parallel processing, and an audited, secure infrastructure for regulated industries.
In a high-frequency trading firm, every nanosecond of latency impacts profitability. Deploying the Nexus 3132Q-V at the trading floor core enables sub-350 ns latency forwarding with ultra-precise timestamping and hardware-offloaded packet parsing. The result is accelerated order execution, real-time compliance logging, and a resilient, high-availability fabric that supports algorithmic trading strategies.
When a rack requires many 10G connections rather than native 40G links, Mode 2 enables breakout on the first 26 QSFP+ ports for a maximum of 104 interfaces; the final six ports are unused. Changing modes requires a reboot, so specify the operating mode and breakout cabling before the purchase order.
When standardizing hardware across data center sites, each rack's intake and exhaust orientation determines the component selection. Port-side exhaust uses NXA-FAN-30CFM-F with N2200-PAC-400W, while port-side intake uses NXA-FAN-30CFM-B with N2200-PAC-400W-B. Specify fan PIDs, power-supply PIDs and airflow direction on each site's purchase order.
When staging equipment for tests that require full line-rate forwarding at every packet size, Mode 3 enables only the first 24 QSFP+ ports and leaves the last eight unused. A test plan requiring all physical ports cannot use that configuration unchanged; specify the active-port map before ordering lab hardware.
Native 100G fiber connections
N3K-C3132Q-V provides native 40G QSFP+ interfaces, not 100G interfaces. The current replacement, N9K-C9336C-FX2, provides 36 ports supporting 40G or 100G, changing both speed capability and port count.
Native twisted-pair server connections
N3K-C3132Q-V has no RJ-45 switching downlinks. N9K-C93108TC-FX3P provides 48 copper downlinks supporting 100M through 10G, plus six 100G ports, so the alternative also changes density.
All-port line rate at every packet size
Full line-rate forwarding at every packet size uses Mode 3, which enables only the first 24 QSFP+ ports. The remaining eight ports are disabled in that operating mode.
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| N3K-C3132Q-V |  N3K-C3164Q-40GE |  N3K-C3636C-R |  N3K-C3524P-10GX |  N3K-C31108PC-V | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 505 mm | 566 mm | 793 mm | 467 mm | 15 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 40 Gigabit Ethernet | 40 Gigabit Ethernet | 100 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000 |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 2U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-mount |
| Height | 44 mm | 88.4 mm | 42 mm | 43.6 mm | 1.75 inches |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N3K-C3132Q-V | N3K-C3164Q-40GE | N3K-C3636C-R | N3K-C3524P-10GX | N3K-C31108PC-V |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 4 GB | 256 MB |
| Power Consumption | 290W | 1100W | 1341W | 193W | 300 W |
| Switching Capacity | 2560 Gbps | 5120 Gbps | 7200 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 1280 Gbps |
| Weight | 8.5 kg. | 16.8 kg | 16.1 kg. | 7.9 kg | 20 lbs |
| Width | 439 mm | 442 mm | 440 mm | 439 mm | 19 inches |
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Reviewed on the 3 March 2022
This switch delivers reliable QSFP+ performance with low power consumption. Perfect for our virtualization environment.
Reviewed on the 4 October 2019
Stable, predictable, and easy to manage. It's been a dependable part of our Nexus deployment.
Reviewed on the 19 May 2020
Excellent throughput and consistent latency. Works well in both core and aggregation roles.
Reviewed on the 17 July 2024
Deployment was quick and performance has been steady. A solid enterprise-grade switch.
Reviewed on the 9 February 2023
This model provides great value for high-speed connectivity. We've had zero issues so far.
N3K-C3132Q-V identifies the Nexus 3132Q-V chassis with 32 QSFP+ ports. The 3132Q-V model belongs to the Nexus 3100-V generation. The complete part number identifies hardware rather than an included LAN Enterprise routing entitlement; routing software must be selected separately from the chassis.
The Nexus 3100-V supports the NX-OS CLI, an XML interface, SNMP monitoring and Cisco Data Center Network Manager. A dedicated 10/100/1000 management port and RS-232 serial console provide administrative connectivity. Specify the management connection and centralized management requirements separately from the fiber data-port assignments.
N3K-C3132Q-V reached end-of-sale on August 31, 2022, and its last date of support is August 31, 2027. Software maintenance ended August 31, 2023, and vulnerability/security support ended August 30, 2025. Eligible service-contract renewals end November 29, 2026; the current replacement is N9K-C9336C-FX2.
ORM Systems offers N3K-C3132Q-V new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty on new units and up to 1 year on refurbished units. Every condition has 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's separate 1-year limited hardware warranty is bounded by the last support date, August 31, 2027.
N3K-C3132Q-V supports NX-OS Essentials or NX-OS Advantage subscriptions with a three-year minimum, plus perpetual NX-OS Advantage. N3K-ES-XF-3Y and N3K-AD-XF-3Y are term options; N3K-AD-XF is device-bound. Legacy N3K-LAN1K9 is discontinued, so verify an existing entitlement before relying on its licensed routing features.
N3K-C3132Q-V provides a maximum of 104 10G breakout interfaces in Mode 2. That configuration uses the first 26 QSFP+ ports and leaves the final six unused. Changing operating modes requires a reboot, so confirm the intended interface count and mode before scheduling installation or ordering breakout cabling.
No, the Nexus 3132Q-V multiplexes its four SFP+ interfaces with the first QSFP+ port. Those cages are alternative physical connections for shared switching interfaces, not four additional independent uplinks. Include that shared-port relationship in the link allocation so the purchase order does not assume simultaneous independent use.
N3K-C3132Q-V supports dual redundant internal AC or DC power supplies. AC choices are N2200-PAC-400W for port-side exhaust and N2200-PAC-400W-B for port-side intake. DC choices are N2200-PDC-400W for exhaust and N3K-PDC-350W-B for intake. Specify the input type and airflow when confirming the supplied configuration.
The Nexus 3132Q-V supports port-side exhaust and port-side intake airflow. NXA-FAN-30CFM-F is the exhaust fan, and NXA-FAN-30CFM-B is the intake fan. Cooling uses four fans in a 3+1 redundant arrangement. Specify the airflow direction alongside compatible power-supply PIDs rather than ordering by chassis PID alone.
N9K-C9336C-FX2 supports native 100G connections, whereas N3K-C3132Q-V provides native 40G connections. N9K-C9336C-FX2 is the current replacement for the discontinued chassis. N3K-C3132Q-V fits an existing 40G hardware requirement within its remaining support period; N9K-C9336C-FX2 suits a purchase requiring native 100G connectivity.
N3K-C31108PC-V provides 48 native fiber downlinks, compared with 32 native fiber ports on N3K-C3132Q-V. Native port density should be distinguished from logical interfaces created through breakout. N3K-C3132Q-V suits a 32-connection layout; the discontinued N3K-C31108PC-V addresses a legacy requirement for 48 dedicated fiber downlinks.
N3K-C31108TC-V uses RJ-45 copper downlinks, whereas N3K-C3132Q-V uses QSFP+ fiber interfaces. N3K-C3132Q-V suits fiber link layouts; the discontinued N3K-C31108TC-V belongs to the legacy copper design. A current copper replacement is N9K-C93108TC-FX3P, so distinguish the intended cable medium before selecting hardware.
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