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N9K-C9332PQ
Cisco N9K-C9332PQ N9300 32-Port 40 Gigabit Ethernet Switch
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N9K-C9332PQ is a fixed-port data center switch with 32 native 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ interfaces and base NX-OS software for Layer 2 switching. The 1U chassis belongs to the N9300 family and places network connections on fixed interfaces rather than in a removable uplink bay. Its non-PoE configuration connects equipment with its own power source, rather than powering copper access endpoints. The Cisco Nexus 9000 Series serves enterprise applications, service provider hosting, and cloud computing environments through top-of-rack, middle-of-row, and end-of-row deployments. The discontinued sibling N9K-C9372PX instead provides 48 fixed 1/10-Gigabit SFP+ interfaces and six 40-Gigabit QSFP+ interfaces, distinguishing mixed-speed server access from this native 40-Gigabit configuration.
N9K-C9332PQ price for new stock is $13,828.50. N9K-C9332PQ refurb price is $241.50. N9K-C9332PQ is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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2560 Gbps switching capacity provides bandwidth across the fixed interfaces, while more than 720 Mpps forwarding capacity addresses packet processing. 508W maximum input draw defines peak circuit load; 228W typical draw provides a separate operating-load reference for power planning. N9K-C9332PQ carries 16 GB of DRAM for system operation and a 64 GB SSD for local storage. Up to 50 MB of integrated shared buffering accommodates temporary differences between incoming traffic and available egress bandwidth. The 96000-entry MAC address ceiling sets bridging scale, with the actual maximum dependent on the system forwarding mode. Support for 4096 VLANs provides logical traffic segmentation within the switch. Four active SPAN sessions allow traffic copies to feed monitoring tools under the intended configuration. An operating range of 0°C to 40°C defines the permitted ambient conditions and should be checked against the installation environment before commissioning.
ORM Systems offers N9K-C9332PQ new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to 1 year; every condition includes 30-day returns, with terms applying. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, including optics bay recognition, power-on and POST, rated-speed port links, and clean boot; firmware is verified and configurations are wiped to factory default. Specify the condition and included hardware on the PO; Cisco's original 1-year limited hardware warranty is no longer active, and service ended March 31, 2024. Enterprise and volume POs are accepted, with Net-30 for government, RMA with advance replacement, and regional stock and RMA across the UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | NX-OS |
Port Configuration | 32 x 40G QSFP+ |
Max Power Draw | 508W |
Cooling | 4 fans |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended March 31, 2024 |
Replacement PID | N9K-C9336C-FX2 |
Deploy the Cisco Nexus N9K-C9332PQ with 32p 40G QSFP as spine switches in a leaf-and-spine architecture for hyperscale data centers. This configuration delivers 1.28 Tbps of non-blocking throughput, sub-400 ns latency, and seamless east-west traffic handling, enabling real-time application performance and zero-touch scaling. Benefit: Dramatically reduces congestion, accelerates VM provisioning by 50%, and ensures predictable, high-density connectivity for cloud and virtualization workloads.
Implement the N9K-C9332PQ with 32p 40G QSFP in a high-frequency trading (HFT) infrastructure to interconnect matching engines, market data feeds, and risk management servers. With deterministic sub-500 ns port-to-port latency, advanced buffer management, and Precision Time Protocol (PTP) support, this switch optimizes trade execution speed. Benefit: Minimizes slippage risk, maximizes transaction throughput, and delivers a measurable 20% improvement in end-to-end trade cycle times.
Integrate the Cisco Nexus N9K-C9332PQ with 32p 40G QSFP as the core fabric for multi-node GPU and AI/ML training clusters. Leveraging RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2), ECN congestion control, and 32 × 40 Gbps uplinks, this solution ensures high-bandwidth, low-latency communication among compute nodes. Benefit: Cuts distributed training time by up to 40%, scales seamlessly to thousands of GPUs, and accelerates model convergence for data-intensive research and inference workloads.
When replacing a failed unit in an established installation, separate the complete-switch requirement from a bare spare chassis. The discontinued N9K-C9332PQ= excludes the accessory kit, power supplies, and fans. Specify the required included hardware and compatibility with the existing installation before issuing the PO.
When staging configuration automation before a production change, define whether scripts will use JSON or XML remote procedure calls through HTTP/HTTPS. N9K-C9332PQ supports that NX-OS management path. Include the intended software image, configuration baseline, and management-access requirements in the staging purchase specification before placing the order.
Native 100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
Native 100 Gigabit Ethernet requirements exceed the fixed 40 Gigabit Ethernet interface speed of N9K-C9332PQ; its fixed-port architecture has no removable uplink card for faster connections.
Directly powered copper access endpoints
N9K-C9332PQ provides QSFP+ interfaces rather than powered RJ-45 access ports, so directly attached PoE phones, cameras, or access points require different access hardware.
Advanced routing without additional licenses
N9K-C9332PQ includes Layer 2 security and management in its base software; advanced IP unicast and multicast routing require additional software licenses rather than the hardware order alone.
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| N9K-C9332PQ |  N9K-C92300YC |  N9K-C9372PX-E |  N9K-C9316D-GX |  N9K-C93120TX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 571 mm | 566 mm | 571 mm | 648 mm | 571 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 40 Gigabit Ethernet | 25 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 100 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Desktop | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 2U |
| Height | 44 mm | 50.8 mm | 44 mm | 43.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N9K-C9332PQ | N9K-C92300YC | N9K-C9372PX-E | N9K-C9316D-GX | N9K-C93120TX |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Power Consumption | 508W | 603W. | 537W | 1010W | 948W |
| Switching Capacity | 2560 Gbps | 6000 Gbps. | 1440 Gbps | 12800 Gbps | 2400 Gbps |
| Width | 439 mm | 438 mm | 439 mm | 441.3 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 18 August 2019
32-port 40G QSFP spine switch offered high performance and low latency.
Reviewed on the 17 April 2019
Cisco hardware is reliable for demanding ACI workloads.
Reviewed on the 20 January 2023
Easy deployment and predictable enterprise-grade throughput.
Reviewed on the 8 April 2019
Handles traffic spikes efficiently without downtime.
Reviewed on the 26 January 2023
Professional solution for core and spine layers.
N9K-C9332PQ identifies the base N9300 switch configuration with 32 native 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ interfaces. The 32-port count and 40-Gigabit connection type define the hardware configuration. Enhanced routing software is ordered separately, and the complete hardware PID does not include an Essential or Advantage license designation.
N9K-C9332PQ supports NX-OS management through iAPI JSON or XML remote procedure calls over HTTP/HTTPS, or ACI policy-based management. Select the operating mode before preparing configuration automation. The NX-OS interface provides a programmable management path, while ACI uses a policy-based approach to operating the network infrastructure.
N9K-C9332PQ is discontinued: sales ended March 5, 2019, and Cisco hardware support ended March 31, 2024. Software maintenance ended March 4, 2020, and security support ended March 31, 2024. Existing units should not be purchased on the assumption that Cisco service or security maintenance remains available.
ORM Systems offers N9K-C9332PQ new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to 1 year. Both conditions have 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's original 1-year limited hardware warranty is no longer active following March 31, 2024, the last date of support.
N93-LAN1K9 enables full OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP on N9K-C9332PQ beyond the base Layer 2 software. NX-OS-ES-XF is the Essential software option, and NX-OS-AD-XF is the Advantage software option. Specify licensing separately with the hardware order and match the purchased entitlement to the required routing functions.
508W is the maximum input draw for N9K-C9332PQ, while typical input draw is 228W. The compatible N9K-PAC-650W supply has a 650W output rating, which is not the switch's operating draw. Size the power circuit using switch consumption and confirm the included power configuration separately.
32 fixed 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports equip N9K-C9332PQ, without RJ-45 access interfaces or a removable uplink card for this fixed-port model. Connections use QSFP+ interfaces rather than native SFP+ server ports. Confirm the intended connections and port assignments before specifying the included hardware and cabling.
NXA-FAN-30CFM-B provides port-side intake for the Cisco N9332PQ Switch, while NXA-FAN-30CFM-F provides port-side exhaust. The chassis uses four fans, and airflow must match the selected power configuration. Specify the required airflow direction with the included hardware rather than treating the two fan PIDs as interchangeable.
10 kg is the Cisco N9332PQ Switch chassis weight without power supplies or fans. Included components add to installed weight, so 10 kg must not be treated as a fully equipped switch weight. Specify the power and fan configuration separately when planning handling, mounting, and shipment.
N9K-C9332PQ= is the spare chassis without an accessory kit, power supplies, or fans, whereas N9K-C9332PQ is the base switch order. Both are discontinued. The base model addresses a complete-switch requirement; the spare designation addresses installations where the omitted hardware is already available and compatible.
N9K-C9372PX has 48 fixed 1/10-Gigabit SFP+ ports and six 40-Gigabit QSFP+ ports, whereas N9K-C9332PQ has 32 fixed 40-Gigabit QSFP+ ports. Both are discontinued. N9K-C9372PX addresses mixed-speed fiber server access; N9K-C9332PQ addresses connections requiring 40 Gigabit Ethernet on each native interface.
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