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N3K-C3172TQ-XL
Nexus 3172TQ-XL Switch, 48 10GBase-T RJ-45 and 6 QSFP+ ports
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N3K-C3172TQ-XL Overview
N3K-C3172TQ-XL is engineered with a high-performance, modular architecture designed to deliver scalable networking solutions for modern data centers and enterprise environments. It provides versatile power options, including redundant power supply capabilities, and incorporates a robust array of ports that ensure high-density connectivity and flexible uplink configurations.
N3K-C3172TQ-XL offers exceptional performance through its advanced switching technologies and built-in stacking support, making it ideal for mission-critical applications. Its scalability and optimized design meet diverse use cases ranging from cloud network interconnects to high-performance computing, ensuring a reliable foundation for evolving network infrastructures.
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N3K-C3172TQ-XL Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- N3K-C3172TQ-XL
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 24 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 1280 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Nexus 3172TQ-XL Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 26 lbs
N3K-C3172TQ-XL Use Case
High-Density Leaf-Spine Data Center Fabric
Using the Cisco N3K-C3172TQ-XL-Nexus 3172TQ-XL Switch with 48 10GBase-T RJ-45 and 6 QSFP+ ports as a top-of-rack leaf, enterprises can connect up to 48 servers at 10G and aggregate traffic over six 40G uplinks in a spine-leaf topology. Business Outcome: Delivers non-blocking 2.4Tbps throughput with sub-600ns latency, enabling seamless east-west scaling, reducing cabling complexity by 40%, and supporting 128,000 MAC addresses for ultra-dense virtualization.
Virtualized Server Farm Consolidation and Scaling
Deploy the Cisco N3K-C3172TQ-XL-Nexus 3172TQ-XL Switch to aggregate high-performance VMware or Hyper-V hyperconverged clusters via 48 10GBase-T connections and six 40G QSFP+ uplinks. Business Outcome: Achieves line-rate VXLAN and VPC switching, simplifies multi-tenant segmentation, boosts VM-live migration speeds by up to 50%, and supports 3× growth in virtual machine density without network chokepoints.
Edge Data Center Aggregation for Multi-Cloud Interconnect
At distributed edge sites or micro-data centers, leverage the Cisco N3K-C3172TQ-XL-Nexus 3172TQ-XL Switch to connect local compute and storage with 48 10GBase-T ports and backhaul over six 40G QSFP+ ports to regional cloud on-ramps. Business Outcome: Provides low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity for real-time analytics, accelerates application delivery by 30%, and enables dynamic network provisioning for seamless multi-cloud and IoT workloads.
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Product Comparison Table
 N3K-C3172TQ-XL |  N3K-C3164Q-40GE |  N3K-C31108TCV-32T |  N3K-C31108TC-V |  N3K-C3172TQ-32T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 28 inches | 18 inches | 18 inches | 18 inches | 12.9 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 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 | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| 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-XL | N3K-C3164Q-40GE | N3K-C31108TCV-32T | N3K-C31108TC-V | N3K-C3172TQ-32T |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 40 Ports | 32 Ports | 48 Ports | 32 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | Fixed 40 x 40GE ports | 32 fixed Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports | N/A | 32 x 10GBase-T ports, 4 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 350 W | 175W | 370 W | 290 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus 3172TQ-XL Switch | Cisco Nexus N3K-C3164Q-40GE | Cisco Nexus N3K-C31108TCV-32T Switch | Cisco Nexus 31108TC-V Switch | Cisco Nexus 3172TQ-32T Data Center 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | N/A | 4 SFP Ports | Combo | N/A |
| Switching Capacity | 1280 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 1280 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | 2560 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 2560 Gbps | 2560 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 40G | 10G | 10G | 40G |
| Weight | 26 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 22 lbs | 10 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Ayesha Imtiaz
4
Excellent scalability for demanding data center fabrics.
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Jonas Richter
5
Low latency and strong buffering under pressure.
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Michael Torres
3
Perfect for high density 10G copper environments.
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Zubair Khan
4
Very satisfied with performance and reliability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Nexus N3K-C3172TQ-XL switch?
The Cisco Nexus N3K-C3172TQ-XL is a high-performance data center switch featuring 48 10GBase-T RJ-45 ports and 6 QSFP+ uplinks, designed for scalable server access and top-of-rack deployments.
Which port types does the Nexus C3172TQ-XL support?
The Nexus C3172TQ-XL supports 48 multi-rate 10GBase-T RJ-45 ports for copper connectivity and 6 QSFP+ ports for 40 Gbps uplinks or breakout to 4×10 Gbps links.
What is the switching capacity and throughput of the N3K-C3172TQ-XL?
This switch delivers up to 1.44 Tbps of switching capacity and 1.07 Bpps of forwarding throughput, ensuring wire-speed performance for all ports simultaneously.
How does the C3172TQ-XL handle power and cooling?
The N3K-C3172TQ-XL draws up to 610 W maximum and features front-to-back airflow with efficient internal fans, optimizing data center cooling and energy use.