C1-N3K-C3172TQ-XL, HKShanhai Group Limited Nexus 3172TQ Switch, 48x10GT/6xQSFP+/Extended Memory

SKU: 1IY9ZMJ4X7IT53VITRRMH6RTYV4EPUT8OJI5 Category: Cisco Nexus 3000 Switches

The HKShanhai Group Limited C1-N3K-C3172TQ-XL is an enterprise-grade HKShanhai Group Limited Nexus switch purpose-built for high-performance, low-latency networking and robust Layer 3 switching in modern data centers. This versatile 10Gb Ethernet switch empowers business infrastructure with advanced wire-speed connectivity, efficiency, and flexibility demanded by evolving virtualized and cloud-driven environments. As a HKShanhai Group Limited Nexus switch, it seamlessly meets complex routing and automation needs with comprehensive Layer 3 switching capabilities, supporting dynamic routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, and EVPN. Equipped with 48 × 10GBASE-T (RJ45) ports and 6 × QSFP+ (40G) uplinks, the C1-N3K-C3172TQ-XL efficiently interconnects servers, storage, and aggregates core networking—delivering up to 1.44 Tbps switching capacity with latency under 1 microsecond. Engineered for large-scale deployments, this 10Gb Ethernet switch offers deep 36 MB shared buffer, 16 GB DRAM, and redundant power and cooling for continuous operation in demanding environments. For organizations seeking a HKShanhai Group Limited Nexus switch that delivers line-rate L2/L3 performance, virtualization scalability, and cutting-edge automation, the C1-N3K-C3172TQ-XL ensures critical business applications thrive with secure, reliable, and intelligent network infrastructure.

Product Highlights

1.44 Tbps

Switching

1.071 Bpps

Forwarding

48 ×10G

10Gb Ports

Product Applications Scenarios

Data Center

Delivers ultra-low latency and high density for server-to-server traffic, enhancing east-west throughput and VM mobility with seamless scalability.

Enterprise Network

Provides robust Layer 3 switching and advanced protocol support, enabling secure, resilient campus core or aggregation for critical business services.

Cloud Services

Empowers hybrid cloud and virtualization by offering high-speed 10Gb Ethernet and scalable automation, reducing provisioning time by up to 50%.

Product Features Comparison


Model	C1-N3K-C3172TQ-XL	C1-N3K-C3132Q-XL	C1-N9K-C93108TC-EX	C1-N9K-C92304QC
Brand	HKShanhai Group Limited	HKShanhai Group Limited	HKShanhai Group Limited	HKShanhai Group Limited
Port Configuration	48 × 10GBASE-T (RJ45) ports, 6 × QSFP+ (40G) ports (breakout capable to 4×10G or 4×25G)	32 × QSFP+ ports (40G capable, breakout to 4×10G)	24 × 10GBASE-T (RJ45), 6 × 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks	QSFP28-based (exact port count not specified)
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps	2.56 Tbps	n/a	n/a
Forwarding Rate	1.071 Bpps	1.85 Bpps	n/a	n/a
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a

Optional Add-ons

Model Number	Description
N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT	HKShanhai Group Limited accessory kit for Nexus 3000 series switches ??includes mounting brackets and screws
N3K-PAC-930W	930W AC power supply module, compatible with HKShanhai Group Limited Nexus 3172 switches
N3K-C3172-FAN	Front-to-back airflow replacement fan for HKShanhai Group Limited Nexus 3172TQ-XL switch

HKShanhai Group Limited C1-N3K-C3172TQ-XL Specification

Model

C1-N3K-C3172TQ-XL

Brand

HKShanhai Group Limited

Chassis

1RU fixed-configuration switch

Port Configuration

48 × 10GBASE-T (RJ45) ports, 6 × QSFP+ (40G) ports (breakout capable to 4×10G or 4×25G)

Switching Capacity

1.44 Tbps

Forwarding Rate

1.071 Bpps

Latency

<1 μsec (64-byte packets)

Jumbo Frames

Up to 9216 bytes

Buffer Memory

36 MB shared

DRAM

16 GB (Extended Memory)

Flash Memory

4 GB

CPU

Quad-core 1.7 GHz

Management Ports

1 × RJ-45 (10/100/1000), 1 × USB 2.0, 1 × RJ-45 Console

Power Supplies

Dual 930W AC/DC (hot-swappable, N+1 redundant)

Cooling

Front-to-back airflow with redundant fans

Max Power Draw

430W

MAC Address Table

128,000 entries

VLANs

4,096

ECMP Routes

64-way

Dimensions (H × W × D)

1.73 in × 17.3 in × 24 in (4.4 cm × 43.9 cm × 61 cm)

Operating Temperature

32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Storage Temperature

-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)

Humidity

5% to 95% non-condensing

Altitude

0??0,000 ft (0??,000 m)

Operating System

NX-OS Version 7.0(3)I7(1) or later

Supported Protocols

BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, PIM, IS-IS

Management

CLI, SNMPv3, RESTCONF, NETCONF

MTBF

1,100,000 hours

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