Description
The Cisco N3K-C3048-FA-L3 is a high-performance, Layer 3 switch designed for data center and enterprise aggregation environments. Housed in a compact 1RU form factor, it features 48 fixed 10/100/1000BASE-T ports and four 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplinks, offering a flexible blend of copper and fiber connectivity. Its front-to-back airflow design supports hot-aisle and cold-aisle configurations, making it ideal for rack-dense deployments. This model supports advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities, including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP, for scalable network performance.
Built on the NX-OS operating system, the N3K-C3048-FA-L3 provides robust reliability and modular software features tailored for mission-critical environments. It includes dual redundant power supplies and hot-swappable fans, enhancing uptime and serviceability in used hardware deployments. The switch offers a switching capacity of up to 176 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 132 Mpps, ensuring efficient handling of large volumes of traffic. Ideal for buyers seeking enterprise-grade hardware at a reduced cost, this model delivers performance and flexibility for growing network demands.

