This Cisco 10GbE switch is perfect for data center operators and enterprises who need high-density 10GB switching with Layer 3 capabilities. Our Cisco Nexus 3064-X delivers:
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48x 10GB SFP+ ports that provide ultra-high bandwidth for server connectivity
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4x QSFP+ uplink ports for backbone network connections up to 40GB
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Layer 3 routing capabilities compatibility ensuring advanced network functions
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Data center-grade reliability for mission-critical infrastructure operations
Key Features
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48x 10GB SFP+ server ports to connect high-performance servers
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4x 40GB QSFP+ uplink ports for spine connectivity
- Optimized for data center spine-leaf architecture
- Consistent Layer 3 routing performance for advanced networking
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High-density port design to maximize rack space efficiency
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Low-latency switching fabric for real-time applications
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Energy-efficient operation with advanced power management
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Cisco NX-OS operating system for enterprise-grade features
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Cisco |
| Model Number |
N3K-C3064-X-BD-L3 |
| Type |
Layer 3 Data Center Switch |
| Server Ports |
48x 10GBASE-X SFP+ ports |
| Uplink Ports |
4x 40GBASE-X QSFP+ ports |
| Switching Capacity |
1.28 Tbps non-blocking |
| Packet Forwarding |
950 Mpps (L2/L3) |
| Latency |
Less than 2 microseconds |
| MAC Address Table |
288,000 entries |
| IPv4 Routes |
128,000 LPM entries |
| Power Consumption |
550W typical operation |
| Form Factor |
1RU rack-mountable |
| Compatible Systems |
Fiber channel storage, 10GB servers, spine networks |
Advanced Data Center Features
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Virtual Port Channels (vPC) for enhanced redundancy and load balancing
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VXLAN support for network virtualization and overlay networks
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Quality of Service (QoS) with 8 queues per port for traffic prioritization
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Layer 3 ECMP routing for optimal path utilization
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BGP and OSPF support for dynamic routing protocols
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Spine-leaf optimization for modern data center topologies
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this switch ideal for data center spine-leaf architecture?
A: This high-density data center switch provides 48x 10GB server connectivity with 4x 40GB uplinks, delivering the port density and bandwidth needed for modern spine-leaf topologies in enterprise data centers.
Q: Can this switch handle both Layer 2 and Layer 3 traffic?
A: Yes, it's engineered as a Layer 3 data center switch with advanced routing capabilities including BGP, OSPF, and ECMP. Perfect for server rack network switching with routing intelligence.
Q: What fiber optic connectivity options are supported?
A: Fiber ethernet switches capabilities include support for SR, LR, and ER optics on SFP+ ports, plus SR4 and LR4 optics on QSFP+ ports — ideal for data center interconnect applications.
Q: How does this compare to other Cisco data center switches?
A: Similar to Cisco C9300 series but optimized specifically for high-density 10GB data center applications with ultra-low latency and advanced VXLAN support for network virtualization.
Q: What power and cooling requirements are needed?
A: Energy-efficient design requires 550W typical power consumption with front-to-back airflow, fitting standard data center power and cooling infrastructure in 1RU rack space.
Cisco Nexus 3064-X Layer 3 switch with 48x 10GB SFP+ and 4x QSFP+ ports. High-density data center switching for spine-leaf architecture.
