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Optical Leaf Switching for Data Center Networks

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 is the AC-powered, port-side-exhaust LAN Enterprise bundle of the Nexus 3132Q-X Layer 3 switch. The Nexus 3100 design provides 32 fixed 40GbE QSFP+ connections for data center leaf switching.

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Technical Details

2500 Gbps capacity and 1400 Mpps forwarding define aggregate throughput. N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 runs NX-OS.

Ordering

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 is offered new sealed or certified refurbished, with ORM warranties of up to 3-year extended for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units; 30-day returns apply to every condition, subject to terms. Refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, every port linking at rated speed, optics bay recognition, and clean boot. Specify the required condition and accessories on the purchase order before ordering this switch. Enterprise and volume purchases can use PO acceptance, while government buyers receive Net-30 terms.

Buying Notes

Buying NotesKey Specs

Forward migration requires another step

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 ended sales April 27, 2020. Its direct replacement, N3K-C3132C-Z, is also discontinued; N9K-C9336C-FX2 is the current forward migration target.

Key Specs

Key SpecsKey Spec Values

Operating System

NX-OS

License Tier

LAN Enterprise

Port Configuration

32 x 40G QSFP+ / 4 shared 10G SFP+

Cooling

4 redundant fans

Lifecycle Status

Cisco support ended April 30, 2025

Replacement PID

N9K-C9336C-FX2; intermediate N3K-C3132C-Z discontinued

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 Specifications

Manufacturer Part Number
N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3
Brand
Cisco
Series
Nexus 3132Q-X
Use Case
Data Center
Management Type
Managed
Software Image
NX-OS
Layer
Layer 3
Routing Protocols
Static / RIPv2 / OSPFv2 / EIGRP Stub / BGP / PIM-SM / PIM-SSM / MSDP
Ethernet Technology
40 Gigabit Ethernet
RJ-45 Access Port Count
0
Power Input
Internal AC PSU
SFP+ Ports
4 x 10GbE
QSFP Ports
32 x 40GbE
Uplink Type
Fixed
Uplink Speed Class
40G
PoE Support
Non-PoE
Switching Capacity
2500 Gbps
Forwarding Rate
1400 Mpps
MAC Table Size
288000 Entries
IPv4 Route Scale
16000 Routes
Memory
4 GB
Flash Memory
4 GB
Form Factor
Rack-Mount 1U
Input Voltage
100-240V AC
Power Consumption
290W
Redundant PSU
Yes
Cooling
4 redundant fans
Operating Temperature
0°C to 40°C
Cisco Warranty
Ended April 30, 2025
Certifications
UL 60950-1 / IEC 60950-1
Height
44 mm
Width
439 mm
Depth
505 mm
Weight
9.3 kg

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Lab and Staging

When N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 is purchased for staging, specify certified refurbished condition with firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Establish the required acceptance checks before the unit enters the lab, and record the intended configuration and condition on the purchase order.

Regional Spare Inventory

When maintenance inventory spans four regions, identify the required destination among the UK, EU, US, and MEA on the purchase order. Separate the condition requirement from the location requirement, and specify whether the purchase is for regional stock or an RMA with advance replacement.

Not Suitable If

Native 100G Ethernet connections

Native connections stop at 40GbE. N9K-C9336C-FX2 provides 36 ports supporting 40/100G QSFP28 connections, changing both connection speed and port density.

Active Cisco service coverage

Cisco service for N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 ended April 30, 2025. N9K-C9336C-FX2 is the current forward migration target, rather than the discontinued intermediate replacement.

Product Comparison Table

Cisco N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 Nexus 3132Q-X 32-Port 40 Gigabit Ethernet Switch, LAN EnterpriseN3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3Nexus 3172P 48 x SFP+ and 6 QSFP+ portsN3K-C3172PQ-10GECisco N3K-C3132Q-X-BA-L3 Nexus 3132Q-X 32-Port 40 Gigabit Ethernet Switch, LAN EnterpriseN3K-C3132Q-X-BA-L3Nexus 3172T 48 x 1/10GBase-T and 6 QSFP+ portsN3K-C3172TQ-10GTNexus 3172TQ-XL Switch, 48 10GBase-T RJ-45 and 6 QSFP+ portsN3K-C3172TQ-XL
Depth505 mm432 mm505 mm505 mm505 mm
Ethernet Technology40 Gigabit Ethernet10 Gigabit Ethernet40 Gigabit Ethernet10 Gigabit Ethernet10 Gigabit Ethernet
Flash Memory4 GB2 GB4 GB2 GB16 GB
Form FactorRack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1U
Height44 mm44 mm44 mm44 mm44 mm
Manufacturer Part NumberN3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3N3K-C3172PQ-10GEN3K-C3132Q-X-BA-L3N3K-C3172TQ-10GTN3K-C3172TQ-XL
Memory4 GB4 GB4 GB4 GB8 GB
Power Consumption290W293W290W440W440W
Switching Capacity2500 Gbps1400 Gbps2500 Gbps1400 Gbps1400 Gbps
Weight9.3 kg8.4 kg9.3 kg10 kg.10 kg
Width439 mm439 mm439 mm439 mm439 mm

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Questions & Answers

What does the N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 part number mean?

N3K-C3132Q-X identifies Nexus 3132Q-X; F identifies forward, port-side-exhaust airflow; A identifies AC power. L3 identifies the Base and LAN Enterprise license bundle.

How is N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 managed?

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 supports console CLI, SSHv2, Telnet, DCNM, NETCONF/XML, NX-API, Linux Bash, and SNMP v1/v2/v3.

Is N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 discontinued?

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 is discontinued. Cisco ended sales April 27, 2020, and all service and warranty entitlements ended April 30, 2025. Security support also ended April 30, 2025; the unit no longer has active Cisco support.

Which conditions and warranties does ORM offer for N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3?

New sealed and certified refurbished N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 units carry ORM warranties of up to 3-year extended and up to 1 year, respectively. Returns are available for 30 days on every condition; terms apply. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested. Cisco warranty coverage ended April 30, 2025.

Which licenses are included with N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3?

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 bundles N3K-BAS1K9 Base and N3K-LAN1K9 LAN Enterprise licenses, including BGP, VXLAN, VRF-lite, and PBR.

Can all SFP+ and QSFP+ ports operate independently on N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3?

No. N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 multiplexes its four SFP+ connections with the first QSFP+ connection.

Does N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 support redundant power supplies?

Two redundant AC supplies power N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3; N2200-PAC-400W supports port-side-exhaust airflow.

What is the difference between N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 and N3K-C3132Q-X-FD-L3?

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 uses AC power; N3K-C3132Q-X-FD-L3 uses DC power. Both port-side-exhaust LAN Enterprise bundles are discontinued. The AC bundle suits legacy AC-powered installations; the DC bundle suits legacy DC-powered installations.

What is the difference between N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 and N3K-C3132Q-X-BA-L3?

N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 exhausts air through its ports; N3K-C3132Q-X-BA-L3 takes air in through its ports. Both AC-powered LAN Enterprise bundles are discontinued. Each suits legacy replacement requirements matching the existing cabinet airflow direction.

What is the difference between N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 and N9K-C9336C-FX2?

N9K-C9336C-FX2 provides 36 native 40/100G ports, whereas N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 provides 32 native 40G ports. The discontinued N3K-C3132C-Z is the intermediate replacement. The older bundle suits legacy matching; N9K-C9336C-FX2 suits purchases requiring a current migration target with native 100G connections.