Description
The Cisco Nexus N3K-C36180YC-R is a high-performance, fixed-configuration data center switch designed for high-density aggregation and scalable enterprise environments. Built in a compact 1RU form factor, this switch delivers wire-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 performance across all ports, supporting modern workloads such as cloud infrastructure, big data, IP storage, and edge routing.
Featuring 48 SFP28 ports supporting 1, 10, and 25 Gigabit Ethernet and 6 QSFP28 uplinks supporting 40G and 100G connectivity, the N3K-C36180YC-R provides exceptional flexibility for evolving network architectures. Advanced buffering, large routing tables, and high throughput make it ideal for latency-sensitive and bandwidth-intensive applications.
Powered by Cisco NX-OS, this switch offers robust automation, programmability, and operational resilience, including support for APIs, scripting, and virtualization technologies. Redundant hot-swappable power supplies and fans, along with flexible airflow options, ensure high availability and efficient thermal management in mission-critical data center deployments.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco |
| Model | N3K-C36180YC-R |
| Form Factor | 1RU Rack-Mountable |
| Downlink Ports | 48 × SFP28 (1/10/25 Gigabit Ethernet) |
| Uplink Ports | 6 × QSFP28 (40/100 Gigabit Ethernet, breakout capable) |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 1.8 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 1.67 Bpps |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| MAC Address Table | Up to 750,000 entries |
| Routing Table Capacity | Up to 256,000 LPM routes |
| Buffer Memory | 8 GB |
| System Memory | 32 GB |
| Operating System | Cisco NX-OS |
| Redundancy | Dual hot-swappable power supplies and fans |
| Airflow Options | Port-side intake or exhaust |
| Management Interfaces | Ethernet management port, USB, serial console |
| Typical Power Consumption | ~383 W |
| Maximum Power | Up to 771 W |
| Deployment | Data center aggregation, cloud, enterprise core |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
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From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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