N3K-C3548P-10G, Cisco Nexus Switch, 48x10G SFP+/Ultra-Low latency/Layer 2&3

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    Overview
    End-of-Life Notice
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    N3K-C3548P-10G is officially EOL. Service support ends on 2021-10-31.
    For full lifecycle details, see N3K-C3548P-10G EOL.
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    Official replacement model. Aligned with current deployment environments.

    Cisco N3K-C3548P-10G Overview

    The Cisco N3K-C3548P-10G is an ultra-low-latency enterprise data center switch designed for demanding Layer 2 and Layer 3 workloads. With 48 fixed 1/10G SFP+ ports, it delivers line-rate throughput and a 960-Gbps switching capacity, ideal for latency-sensitive trading, HPC, and core aggregation scenarios across Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America. Dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies and 3+1 redundant fans enhance availability for distributors, integrators, and end users building resilient, high-performance networks.

    Product Highlights

    960Gbps
    Switch Cap
    720mpps
    Fwd Rate
    48×10G
    SFP+ Ports

    Product Applications Scenarios

    Data Center
    Ultra-low latency 10G SFP+ ports aggregate server and storage traffic, reducing bottlenecks and improving east-west throughput in modern data centers.
    Enterprise Network
    Line-rate Layer 2/3 switching with 4,096 VLANs and robust ACLs segments users and services, enhancing performance and security across campuses.
    Cloud Services
    High-density 10G links and jumbo-frame support streamline connectivity between cloud racks, cutting latency and improving application responsiveness.

    Product Features Comparison

      Cisco Huawei Cisco Arista
    Model N3K-C3548P-10G, Cisco Nexus Switch, 48×10G SFP+/Ultra-Low latency/Layer 2&3 CE6850-48S6Q-HI-B, Huawei CE6850 Switch, 48×10G SFP+/6×40G QSFP+/No PSU C1-N3K-C3164Q Arista DCS-7170-32C-R
    Brand Cisco Huawei Cisco Arista
    Port Configuration 48 fixed SFP+ ports (1 or 10Gbps) 48 SFP+; 6 QSFP+ 64 × QSFP+ (40G capable, breakout to 4×10G or 4×25G) 32 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 (100/50/40/25)
    Switching Capacity 960-Gbps switching capacity 1.44 Tbit/s 5.12 Tbps 6.4 Tbps
    Forwarding Rate Forwarding rate of 720 million packets per second (mpps) 1,080Mpps 2.38 Bpps Up to 2.4 Bpps
    PoE Budget n/a n/a n/a n/a
    Stacking Capability n/a iStack n/a n/a

    Optional Add-ons

    Model Number Description
    SFP-10G-SR Cisco 10G SFP+ SR transceiver module for short-range multimode fiber links
    SFP-10G-LR Cisco 10G SFP+ LR transceiver module for long-distance single-mode connections
    N3K-C3548P-AC-PWR Cisco AC power supply module for Nexus 3000 series switches, hot-swappable redundancy

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    Specification

    Cisco N3K-C3548P-10G Specification

    Model
    N3K-C3548P-10G
    Brand
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    Product Description
    Cisco Nexus N3K-C3548P-10G Switch Layer 2 and layer 3 - 48 x 10G SFP+ Ethernet ports - Ultra-Low latency - Managed
    Physical
    鈼?nbsp; 48 fixed SFP+ ports (1 or 10Gbps) 鈼?nbsp; Dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies 鈼?nbsp; Four individual redundant hot-swappable fans 鈼?nbsp; One 1-PPS timing port, with the RF1.0/2.3 QuickConnect connector type* 鈼?nbsp; Two 10/100/1000-Mbps management ports 鈼?nbsp; One RS-232 serial console port 鈼?nbsp; One USB port 鈼?nbsp; Locator LED 鈼?nbsp; Locator LED button
    Performance
    鈼?nbsp; 960-Gbps switching capacity 鈼?nbsp; Forwarding rate of 720 million packets per second (mpps) 鈼?nbsp; Line-rate traffic throughput (both Layer 2 and 3) on all ports 鈼?nbsp; Configurable maximum transmission units (MTUs) of up to 9216 bytes (jumbo frames)
    Typical operating power
    鈼?nbsp; 152 watts (W)
    Maximum power
    鈼?nbsp; 265W
    Typical heat dissipation
    鈼?nbsp; 519 BTUs per hr
    Maximum heat dissipation
    鈼?nbsp; 904 BTUs per hr
    Number of VLANS
    4096
    Number of ACL entries
    4096
    Number of spanning-tree instances
    Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP): 512 Multiple Spanning Tree (MST) Protocol: 64
    Number of EtherChannels
    24
    Number of ports per EtherChannel
    24
    Buffer size
    6MB shared among 16 ports; 18MB total
    Boot flash memory
    2GB (3524P and 3548P models) 4GB (3524X and 3548X models)
    Number of power supplies
    2 (redundant)
    Power supply types
    鈼?nbsp; AC (forward and reversed airflow) 鈼?nbsp; DC (forward and reversed airflow)
    Input voltage
    100 to 240 VAC
    Frequency
    50 to 60 Hz
    Power supply efficiency
    89 to 91% at 220V
    Cooling
    Forward and reversed airflow schemes 鈼?nbsp; Forward airflow:Port-side exhaust (air enters through fan tray and power supplies and exits through ports) 鈼?nbsp; Reversed airflow: Port-side intake (air enters through ports and exits through fan tray and power supplies) Four individual, hot-swappable fans (3+1 redundant)
    Dimensions (height x width x depth)
    1.72 x 17.3 x 18.38in. (4.36 x 43.9 x 46.7cm)
    Operating temperature
    32 to 104° F (0 to 40°C)
    Storage temperature
    -40 to 158° F (-40 to 70°C)
    Relative humidity (operating)
    鈼?nbsp; 10 to 85% noncondensing 鈼?nbsp; Up to 5 days at maximum (85%) humidity 鈼?nbsp; Recommend ASHRAE data center environment
    Relative humidity (nonoperating)
    5 to 95% noncondensing
    Altitude
    0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3000m)
    Weight
    16.59 kg

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    Questions & Answers

    How does the Cisco Nexus N3K-C3548P-10G compare to similar switches in its category?

    Compared to similar switches, the Cisco Nexus N3K-C3548P-10G excels in ultra-low latency, high port density with 48 x 10G SFP+ ports, and robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 features.

    What is the common troubleshooting for the Cisco Nexus N3K-C3548P-10G?

    Common troubleshooting involves checking port status and configurations, verifying cabling and connections, and ensuring the latest firmware is installed. Cisco's diagnostic tools can also be used for deeper analysis.

    How is the Cisco Nexus N3K-C3548P-10G managed?

    The Cisco Nexus N3K-C3548P-10G is managed through Cisco's NX-OS software, which provides a comprehensive set of features for network management, including CLI, SNMP, and API support.

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