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N3K-C3172PQ-XL
Nexus 3172PQ, 48 x SFP+ & 6 QSFP+ ports, extended memory
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N3K-C3172PQ-XL is a data center switch engineered with a robust architecture that seamlessly blends high performance with exceptional scalability. Designed for mission-critical environments, it features redundant power options and a versatile mix of copper and fiber ports, ensuring optimal connectivity and minimal downtime.
The switch supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities and offers flexible stacking capabilities for simplified network expansion. With industry-leading throughput and a comprehensive feature set, N3K-C3172PQ-XL is ideal for modern data centers, cloud infrastructures, and high-density enterprise environments.
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 N3K-C3172PQ-XL |  N3K-C3524P-XL |  N3K-C3064TQ-10GT |  N3K-C3132Q-V |  N3K-C3432D-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 8.5 inches | 17 inches | 18 inches | 11.5 inches | 18 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | N/A | IP Lite | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N3K-C3172PQ-XL | N3K-C3524P-XL | N3K-C3064TQ-10GT | N3K-C3132Q-V | N3K-C3432D-S |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Fiber / Combo | Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 32 Ports | 32 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | Over 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports | Fixed 64 port configuration with dedicated uplink module | 32 QSFP+ ports for downlink and 4 QSFP+ uplink ports | 32 fixed Ethernet ports with modular uplink slot |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 150 W | 250W | 195 W | 250 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 3172PQ-XL Data Center Switch | Cisco Nexus 3000 Series N3K-C3524P-XL | Cisco Nexus 3064TQ-10GT Data Center Switch | Cisco Nexus 3132Q Virtual Switch | Cisco Nexus 3432D Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | Combo | N/A | 24 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 1280 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | 640 Gbps | 2560 Gbps | N/A | 2560 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 10G | 10G | 40G | 10G |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 11 lbs | 15 lbs | 12 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches |
Extended memory helped with large routing tables.
Stable performance even under heavy workloads.
Reliable Nexus switch.
Good scalability.
Satisfied with capacity.
The Cisco Nexus 3172PQ (N3K-C3172PQ-XL) is a data center switch offering 48 SFP+ 10Gbps ports, 6 QSFP+ 40Gbps ports, extended memory, and advanced Layer 2/3 features for high-performance environments.
The Nexus 3172PQ delivers 1.04Tbps switching capacity, 773Mpps forwarding rate, sub-microsecond latency, and up to 72Gbps per QSFP+ port with low jitter for latency-sensitive applications.
The Nexus 3172PQ supports Cisco compatible SFP+ and QSFP+ transceivers including SR, LR, LRM, ER, and DAC/AOC cables up to 100G via breakout for flexible connectivity.
Extended memory improves route scale, MAC address table capacity, and feature concurrency—enabling larger Layer 3 topologies, VXLAN overlays, and advanced telemetry without performance degradation.