Transceivers & optics
Cisco Nexus 3172PQ Layer 3 Switch
VPN# N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF
Available to order · ships in ~1–2 weeks
Pre-tax. GPC accepted; ask about volume and emergency-acquisition pricing.
- Product Type
- Layer 3 Switch
- Manageable
- Yes
- Ethernet Technology
- 40 Gigabit Ethernet
- Ethernet Technology
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Product Family
- Nexus 3000
- Stack Port
- No
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Media Type Supported
- Optical Fiber
- Government Purchase Card (GPC) accepted
- TAA-compliant & government contract-vehicle ready
Overview
Cisco Nexus 3172PQ Layer 3 Switch - Manageable - 40 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet - 40GBase-X, 10GBase-X - Refurbished - 3 Layer Supported - Modular - Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber - 1U - Rack-mountable (part number N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF) is supplied by Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, in the Cisco Switches & Bridges category. Manageable: Yes.
Manageable - 40 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet - 40GBase-X, 10GBase-X - Refurbished - 3 Layer Supported - Modular - Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber - 1U - Rack-mountable
• Layer 3 Switch provides dependable and powerful connectivity for maximum usability • Supports layer 3 switching for enhanced performance and usability • Rack mounting enables you to organize wires & secure cables for professional installation • Management capability provides control over setup and configuration of your network • 40 Gigabit Ethernet for efficient data transfer and fast connectivity
Key specifications: Manageable: Yes · Ethernet Technology: 40 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet · Network Technology: 40GBase-X, 10GBase-X · Media Type Supported: Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber · Layer Supported: 3 · Number of SFP+ Slots: 48 · Expansion Slot Type: QSFP+, SFP+ · Total Number of Expansion Slots: 54.
TAA-compliant and GPC-payable. Request a quote for current pricing, stock, and lead time.
Highlights
- Layer 3 Switch provides dependable and powerful connectivity for maximum usability
- Supports layer 3 switching for enhanced performance and usability
- Rack mounting enables you to organize wires & secure cables for professional installation
- Management capability provides control over setup and configuration of your network
- 40 Gigabit Ethernet for efficient data transfer and fast connectivity
- Supports cost-efficient twisted pair cables for high-speed data transfer up to 100 meters
- Government Purchase Card (GPC) accepted
Cisco Cisco Nexus 3172PQ Layer 3 Switch - Manageable - 40 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet - 40GBase-X, 10GBase-X - Refurbished - 3 Layer Supported - Modular - Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber - 1U - Rack-m datasheet & specifications
Management & Protocols
- Manageable
- Yes
Media & Performance
- Ethernet Technology
- 40 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology
- 40GBase-X, 10GBase-X
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported
- 3
I/O Expansions
- Number of SFP+ Slots
- 48
- Expansion Slot Type
- QSFP+, SFP+
- Total Number of Expansion Slots
- 54
Miscellaneous
- Environmentally Friendly
- Yes
Physical Characteristics
- Compatible Rack Unit
- 1U
- Height
- 1.7" mm
- Width
- 19.7" mm
- Depth
- 17.3" mm
- Form Factor
- Rack-mountable
- Weight (Approximate)
- 20 lb g
Interfaces/Ports
- Modular
- Yes
- Uplink Port
- No
- Stack Port
- No
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 6 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot, 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
Power Description
- Power Source
- Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
General Information
- Product Type
- Layer 3 Switch
- Product Condition
- Refurbished
- Product Series
- 3000
- Product Model
- 3172PQ
Documents & datasheets
Free download — tell us where to send it.
- Document (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Cisco Nexus 3172PQ Layer 3 Switch - Manageable - 40 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet - 40GBase-X, 10GBase-X - Refurbished - 3 Layer Supported - Modular - Twisted Pair, Optical Fiber - 1U - Rack-m (N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF) cost?
Uniqcli sells the N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF for $21,105.79 against a Cisco list price of $31,102.74. Add it to your cart and submit to confirm current pricing, stock, and lead time. Lower pricing is available for volume orders, Government Purchase Card (GPC) buys, and emergency or urgent acquisitions. Free US shipping on orders over $2,500.00.
Is the N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF TAA compliant and available for government and DoD buyers?
Often yes — it depends on the unit. Cisco manufactures the N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF in several countries, so Trade Agreements Act (TAA) status varies by production lot. Uniqcli is an authorized Cisco partner: we confirm the country of origin before shipment, and if a given N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF is not TAA-designated, we will source a TAA-certified equivalent of the same model. Either way the result is DoDIN APL-ready procurement for US federal, DoD, state, local, education, healthcare, and enterprise buyers, with Government Purchase Card (GPC) acceptance and FAR-based urgent and emergency acquisition support. Request a TAA-compliant quote for the N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF and a specialist will confirm compliance, price, and lead time — usually within one business day.
Can I buy the N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF as a single unit or in volume?
Both. Order a single N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF through the cart, or ask about lower pricing for volume orders, Government Purchase Card (GPC) purchases, and emergency or urgent (FAR-based) acquisitions. There is no payment up front: we confirm availability and the final total before invoicing.
Where can I find the N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF datasheet and specifications?
The official Cisco datasheet is available on this page (open the gated datasheet for the full PDF), and the Tech Specs section lists ports, power draw, dimensions, and licensing for the N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF.
Need the N3K-C3172-BD-L3-RF TAA-compliant for federal or DoD?
Cisco builds this model in multiple countries, so TAA status depends on the production lot. We confirm country of origin before shipment — and if a unit isn't TAA-designated, we'll quote a TAA-certified equivalent of the same model, DoDIN APL-ready and GPC-payable.
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