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N3K-C3172TQ-32T
Nexus 3172TQ Switch, 32 10GBase-T RJ-45 and 6 QSFP+ ports
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N3K-C3172TQ-32T Overview
N3K-C3172TQ-32T is a high-performance data center switch engineered with a robust architecture designed for critical network environments. It offers advanced stacking capabilities, multiple high-speed ports for reliable connectivity, and flexible power options including support for redundant power supplies, ensuring continuous operation even under high-demand conditions.
N3K-C3172TQ-32T delivers scalable performance ideal for data center, campus, and service provider applications. With integrated support for Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations, the switch not only provides versatile port configurations—including 32 fixed 10GBase-T ports and 4 40G QSFP+ uplink ports—but also meets the rigorous demands of modern networks without compromise.
N3K-C3172TQ-32T price is $8,051.00, a 59.7% saving from the Cisco list price of $20,001.00. N3K-C3172TQ-32T is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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N3K-C3172TQ-32T Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 290 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 32 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- N3K-C3172TQ-32T
- Uplink Configuration
- 40G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- N/A
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 32 x 10GBase-T ports, 4 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 1280 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 2560 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Nexus 3172TQ-32T Data Center Switch
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 12.9 inches
- Weight
- 10 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| N3K-C3172TQ-32T |  N3K-C31108TCV-32T |  N3K-C3132Q-V |  N3K-C3132Q-40GX |  N3K-C3524P-XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.9 inches | 18 inches | 11.5 inches | 18 inches | 17 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Lite |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 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-C3172TQ-32T | N3K-C31108TCV-32T | N3K-C3132Q-V | N3K-C3132Q-40GX | N3K-C3524P-XL |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 32 Ports | 32 Ports | 32 Ports | 40 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 32 x 10GBase-T ports, 4 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports | 32 fixed Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports | 32 QSFP+ ports for downlink and 4 QSFP+ uplink ports | 40 x 40G QSFP+ ports | 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 290 W | 175W | 195 W | N/A | 150 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 3172TQ-32T Data Center Switch | Cisco Nexus N3K-C31108TCV-32T Switch | Cisco Nexus 3132Q Virtual Switch | Cisco Nexus 3132Q-40GX Switch | Cisco Nexus 3000 Series N3K-C3524P-XL |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | N/A | 4 SFP Ports | N/A | N/A | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 1280 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 2560 Gbps | 640 Gbps | N/A | N/A | 640 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 10G | 40G | 40G | 10G |
| Weight | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | 12 lbs | 15 lbs | 11 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 19 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Bushra Younis
4
Handled heavy data center traffic reliably.
K
Klaus Weber
5
Low latency and solid build.
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Rachel Green
5
Great for 10G deployments.
Z
Zain Ul Abideen
4
Very satisfied.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Nexus 3172TQ Switch (SKU: N3K-C3172TQ-32T)?
The Cisco Nexus 3172TQ (N3K-C3172TQ-32T) is a fixed-form switch featuring 32 10GBase-T RJ-45 ports and 6 QSFP+ ports, designed for high-density data center and enterprise campus deployments.
How many 10GBase-T and QSFP+ ports does the Nexus 3172TQ provide?
It provides 32 10GBase-T RJ-45 ports for copper connectivity and 6 QSFP+ ports for 40GbE uplinks or breakout to 4x10GbE.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the N3K-C3172TQ-32T?
The switch delivers 1.44 Tbps of switching capacity and up to 1.07 Bpps of forwarding performance, supporting line-rate throughput on all ports.
What latency can I expect from the Cisco Nexus 3172TQ?
The Nexus 3172TQ offers ultra-low latency of approximately 600 nanoseconds, ideal for latency-sensitive applications and financial trading.