🔗 Cisco Nexus 3524P-10G (N3K-C3524P-10G) Switch
High-Performance – Low Latency – Data Center-Class Networking
Product Overview:
The Cisco Nexus 3524P-10G is a 1U, high-density, low-latency 10-Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for data centers, enterprise networks, and high-performance computing environments.
Built on the Cisco Nexus 3000 Series platform, this switch delivers exceptional throughput, ultra-low latency, and advanced programmability, making it ideal for top-of-rack (ToR) deployments and latency-sensitive applications.
⚙️ Key Specifications:
Model: Cisco Nexus 3524P-10G (N3K-C3524P-10G)
Form Factor: 1RU (Rack Mountable)
Ports:
24 × 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports
4 × 40-Gigabit QSFP+ uplink ports (can be split into 16×10G via breakout cables)
Switching Capacity: Up to 480 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: Up to 360 Mpps
Latency: Less than 250 nanoseconds
Power Supply: Dual redundant hot-swappable PSUs (AC or DC options)
Cooling: Front-to-back or back-to-front airflow (depending on SKU)
Layer Support: Layer 2 / Layer 3 switching with advanced data center features
Management & Automation:
NX-OS software
SNMP, CLI, XML, and OpenFlow support
Dimensions: 1.72 in. × 17.3 in. × 17.5 in. (4.4 cm × 43.9 cm × 44.4 cm)
Weight: Approx. 7.7 kg (17 lbs)
💡 Key Features & Benefits:
Ultra-low latency switching for high-frequency trading, HPC, or storage networks
Energy-efficient design with front-to-back or reverse airflow options
Scalable architecture supporting 10G and 40G connectivity
Comprehensive NX-OS feature set for Layer 2/3 data center operations
Flexible management – integrates easily with Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM)
Ideal for top-of-rack, leaf-spine, and aggregation layer deployments
🏢 Ideal Use Cases:
High-performance data center networks
Enterprise server access and aggregation
Low-latency trading and financial systems
Cloud computing and virtualization environments