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Cisco N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 Nexus 3132Q-X 32-Port 40 Gigabit Et...
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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.
N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 price for new stock is is available on request. Get immediate quote. N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 refurb price is $20,778.45.
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2500 Gbps capacity and 1400 Mpps forwarding define aggregate throughput. N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 runs NX-OS.
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.
| Key Specs | Key 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 |
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.
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.
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.
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| Depth | 505 mm | 432 mm | 505 mm | 505 mm | 505 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 40 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 40 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 4 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB | 2 GB | 16 GB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 | N3K-C3172PQ-10GE | N3K-C3132Q-X-BA-L3 | N3K-C3172TQ-10GT | N3K-C3172TQ-XL |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Power Consumption | 290W | 293W | 290W | 440W | 440W |
| Switching Capacity | 2500 Gbps | 1400 Gbps | 2500 Gbps | 1400 Gbps | 1400 Gbps |
| Weight | 9.3 kg | 8.4 kg | 9.3 kg | 10 kg. | 10 kg |
| Width | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
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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.
N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 supports console CLI, SSHv2, Telnet, DCNM, NETCONF/XML, NX-API, Linux Bash, and SNMP v1/v2/v3.
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.
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.
N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 bundles N3K-BAS1K9 Base and N3K-LAN1K9 LAN Enterprise licenses, including BGP, VXLAN, VRF-lite, and PBR.
No. N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3 multiplexes its four SFP+ connections with the first QSFP+ connection.
Two redundant AC supplies power N3K-C3132Q-X-FA-L3; N2200-PAC-400W supports port-side-exhaust airflow.
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.
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.
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.