Cisco Part Number: N3K-C3432D-S is a Cisco Nexus 3432D-S switch with 32ports of QSFP-DD
The Cisco Nexus 3400-S series is a groundbreaking addition to the Nexus 3000 portfolio, being the first to support 400G capabilities with advanced 50 Gbps PAM4 Serial-Deserializers (SerDes). This series is meticulously designed for modern data centers, providing unparalleled performance-per-watt power efficiency and exceptionally low latency. The 3400-S series is not only a marvel of engineering but also a powerhouse of analytics, enabling data centers to operate more efficiently and effectively.
One of the standout features of the Cisco Nexus 3400-S switches is their scalability and cost efficiency. The Cisco Nexus 3432D-S model, featuring a 12.8-Tbps ASIC, offers 32 ports of 400G. This allows for significant growth within the data center while using fewer switches, thereby simplifying network management and reducing both operational costs and the number of hops in the network. The high-density ports ensure that expanding infrastructure is straightforward, supporting the ever-growing demands of modern data traffic with ease.
Moreover, the Cisco Nexus 3400-S series excels in delivering industry-leading low latency and high power efficiency at 400G. This performance is critical for applications that demand real-time data processing and rapid response times. Additionally, the switches are equipped with advanced network analytics capabilities, providing deep insights through per-flow monitoring, queue forensics, and drop-packet forensics. These features enable comprehensive network visibility and troubleshooting, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. By integrating these sophisticated analytics tools, the Cisco Nexus 3400-S switches help data centers maintain robust and secure operations, making them an indispensable asset in today's technology-driven world.
The Cisco Nexus 3432D-S is a Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable – Double Density (QSFP-DD) switch with 32 ports that are backward-compatible with QSFP+, QSFP28, and QSFP56.
The Cisco Nexus N3K-C3432D-S has the following hardware configuration:
● 32 fixed 400-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP-DD ports with backward compatibility for QSFP56, QSFP28, and QSFP+
● Beacon LED
● Status LED
● Dual-redundant power supplies
● Redundant (5+1) fans
● Two 100/1000-Mbps SFP ports (in front ports 33 and 34)
● One RS-232 console port
● One RJ45 and one SFP management port
● One USB port
The Cisco Nexus 3432D-S supports both forward and reverse (port-side intake and port-side exhaust) airflow schemes with AC power inputs.
