The Cisco N3K-C3232C Nexus 3200 Series Switch is a high-performance, ultra-low latency data center switch designed for modern cloud, enterprise, and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. Built to support high-density 100GbE connectivity, this switch features 32 × QSFP28 ports, delivering exceptional throughput and scalability for spine-leaf architectures and data center fabrics.
Engineered for demanding workloads, the N3K-C3232C provides up to 6.4 Tbps switching capacity and ultra-low latency, ensuring fast and efficient data processing across high-bandwidth applications. It supports breakout capabilities (4×25GbE), enabling flexible port configurations and maximizing network efficiency.
Running on the robust Cisco NX-OS, the switch offers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, along with support for modern networking technologies such as EVPN-VXLAN, automation APIs, and real-time telemetry. This makes it ideal for building scalable, programmable, and highly efficient data center networks.
The switch is designed for reliability and continuous operation, featuring dual hot-swappable power supplies and fan modules, ensuring high availability in mission-critical environments. Its 1RU rack-mountable design allows for efficient use of data center space while maintaining powerful performance.
Ideal for data center spine and leaf deployments, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale enterprise networks, the Cisco N3K-C3232C delivers a future-ready solution for organizations requiring high-speed connectivity, low latency, and scalable network performance.
Product Specifications - Cisco N3K-C3232C Nexus 3200 Series 32-Port 100GbE QSFP28 Switch
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| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Cisco N3K-C3232C Nexus 3200 Series Switch |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
N3K-C3232C |
| Product Series |
Cisco Nexus 3200 Series |
| Product Type |
Fixed-Configuration Data Center Switch |
| Port Configuration |
32 × 100 Gigabit Ethernet (QSFP28) |
| Supported Speeds |
100GbE (QSFP28); breakout support for 4×25GbE |
| Switching Capacity |
Up to ~6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
Up to ~2.5 Bpps |
| Latency |
Ultra-low latency (~300–500 ns typical) |
| Layer Support |
Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| Operating System |
Cisco NX-OS |
| Buffer Architecture |
Deep buffer with dynamic allocation |
| Breakout Support |
Yes (QSFP28 to 4×25G) |
| Transceiver Support |
100GBASE-SR4, LR4, CWDM4, PSM4, DAC, AOC |
| VXLAN Support |
Yes (EVPN-VXLAN capable) |
| Routing Protocols |
OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, PIM |
| Multicast Support |
Yes |
| QoS Support |
Advanced QoS and traffic shaping |
| Automation Support |
Python, NX-API, REST, Ansible |
| Telemetry |
Streaming telemetry support |
| Security Features |
ACLs, MACsec (platform dependent), role-based access |
| Redundancy |
Dual hot-swappable power supplies |
| Cooling |
Hot-swappable fan modules (front-to-back or back-to-front airflow) |
| Power Supply |
AC or DC options |
| Form Factor |
1 Rack Unit (1RU), rack-mountable |
| Dimensions |
Standard 19-inch rack |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 40°C |
| Deployment Type |
Data center spine/leaf, aggregation |
| Application |
Cloud, virtualization, HPC, large-scale data centers |
| Scalability |
High-density 100G with breakout flexibility |
| Condition |
New / Cisco Certified |
| Use Cases |
Spine-leaf fabrics, DCI, high-performance workloads |
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FAQs
Q1. What type of ports does the Nexus 3232C provide?
It offers 32 QSFP28 ports supporting 100 Gigabit Ethernet.
Q2. Is this switch suitable for data center environments?
Yes, it is specifically designed for data center, cloud, and high-performance networking.
Q3. Which operating system does this switch run?
It runs on Cisco NX-OS, optimized for data center operations.
Q4. Can it be used in spine-leaf architecture?
Yes, it is ideal for both spine and leaf roles in modern data center designs.
Q5. Does it support high-speed, low-latency performance?
Yes, it is built for ultra-low latency and high throughput networking.
