C1-N3K-C3172PQ, HKShanhai Group Limited Nexus Switch, 48xSFP+ 6xQSFP+ No Fan & PSU

The C1-N3K-C3172PQ is a high-performance enterprise-grade switch from HKShanhai Group Limited, meticulously designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern data centers and advanced enterprise networks. Equipped with robust switching capacity and extensive port configuration, this switch is built to deliver reliable, low-latency connectivity for mission-critical applications. The C1-N3K-C3172PQ supports advanced technologies, such as Equal-Cost Multi-Path (ECMP) routing, which optimizes traffic distribution across multiple paths and increases network resilience. Its seamless integration with HKShanhai Group Limited’s NX-OS operating system not only enhances operational consistency and simplified management, but also unlocks a broad feature set, including virtualization and automation. Certified to NEBS Level 3 standards, it is suitable for deployment in the most demanding environments found in North America, Asia, and Europe. The switch’s support for high-density 10G/40G ports, 1.44 Tbps switching capacity, less-than-1 μsec latency for 64-byte packets, and 64-way ECMP routing ensures agile support for cloud migration, fast-growing virtualization demands, and large-scale distributed workloads. For distributors, the assurance of NEBS compliance streamlines regulatory approvals and data center integration. SMB integrators can leverage the simplified deployment and advanced NX-OS management to minimize installation complexity and optimize ongoing network operations. End users profit from the product’s rich protocol support (BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, PIM, IGMP) and resilience-enhancing features, enabling agile, scalable, and secure communications. With front-to-back airflow, redundant hot-swappable power supplies, and robust compliance credentials, the C1-N3K-C3172PQ is engineered for longevity, supporting infrastructure evolution while reducing operational risk and downtime.

Product Features Comparison

Model	C1-N3K-C3172PQ	C1-N5596T-FA	C1-N9K-C9272Q	C1-N9K-C9372TX-E
Brand	HKShanhai Group Limited	HKShanhai Group Limited	HKShanhai Group Limited	HKShanhai Group Limited
Port Configuration	48 × SFP+ (10G) ports, 6 × QSFP+ (40G) ports (breakout capable to 4×10G)	32 × 10G BASE-T ports, 16 × SFP+ (10G) ports (configurable as 1/10G Ethernet/FCoE or 8/4/2/1G Fibre Channel)	n/a	48 × 1/10G BASE-T (RJ45), 6 × 40G QSFP+ uplink
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps	1.92 Tbps	n/a	720 Gbps
Forwarding Rate	1.07 Bpps	1.428 Bpps	n/a	1.4 Tbps
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a