Brief Introduction
The Cisco N3K-C3164Q is a high-performance switch under the Nexus 3000 series, suitable for data centers and high-density applications. This model offers reduced latency and increased throughput, making it ideal for engineers and procurement personnel focused on robust network infrastructure.
N3K-C3164Q’ Product Highlights
- 48 x 100 Gigabit ports
- High-density 1RU design
- 1500 MB Buffer
- NX-OS and DCNM software
- Extensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 features
Product Features Comparison
| Cisco N3K-C3164Q |
Cisco N3K-C3226PQ |
Cisco N9K-C9372TX |
Arista 7160-48YC6 |
Juniper QFX5200-48Y |
HP 5900AF-48XG |
Dell S6000-ON |
| 48 x 100 Gigabit ports |
26 x 40 Gigabit ports |
48 x 10 Gigabit ports |
48 x 25/10 Gigabit ports |
48 x 25 Gigabit ports |
48 x 10 Gigabit ports |
32 x 40/100 Gigabit ports |
| 1RU design |
1RU design |
1RU design |
1RU design |
1RU design |
1RU design |
1RU design |
| 1500 MB buffer |
1200 MB buffer |
144 MB buffer |
22 MB buffer |
38 MB buffer |
9 MB buffer |
16 MB buffer |
| NX-OS software |
NX-OS software |
NX-OS software |
EOS software |
JunOS software |
Comware software |
OS10 software |
| Layer 2/3 features |
Layer 2/3 features |
Layer 2/3 features |
Layer 2/3 features |
Layer 2/3 features |
Layer 2/3 features |
Layer 2/3 features |
N3K-C3164Q’ Product Application Scenarios
- Enterprise data center networks
- High-density cloud services
- Latency-sensitive applications
Optional Add-ons
| Model |
Description |
| CAB-Q-Q-1M |
1 M QSFP+ to QSFP+ Cable |
| NXA-PAC-500W-B |
500W AC Power Supply |
| N3K-C3064-FAN |
Spare Fan Module |
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