This cisco nexus switch is perfect for enterprise data centers and cloud providers who need ultra-high-density, low-latency networking infrastructure. The Cisco Nexus 36180YC-R delivers:
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High-density data center switching with 48x 25/10/1G SFP28 ports for maximum connectivity
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Advanced fiber ethernet switches performance with sub-microsecond latency
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Enterprise networking scalability with 6x 100G QSFP28 uplinks
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Network switch fiber optic connectivity for high-performance workloads
Key Features
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48 x 25/10/1G SFP28 ports for flexible high-speed connectivity
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6 x 100G QSFP28 uplink ports for spine-leaf architecture
- Optimized for data center switching with line-rate performance
- Consistent sub-microsecond latency for real-time applications
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Cisco NX-OS operating system with advanced automation features
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Deep packet buffers for burst traffic handling
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1RU form factor for maximum rack density
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Hot-swappable components for maximum uptime
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Model Number |
N3K-C36180YC-R |
| Type |
High-Density Data Center Switch |
| Port Configuration |
48 x 25/10/1G SFP28 + 6 x 100G QSFP28 |
| Switching Capacity |
3.84 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
2.16 Bpps |
| Latency |
Less than 1 microsecond |
| Buffer Memory |
32 MB shared buffer |
| Power Consumption |
170W (typical), 194W (maximum) |
| Form Factor |
1RU rack-mountable |
| Operating System |
Cisco NX-OS |
| Compatible Systems |
Cisco Nexus 3000/9000 Series, ACI fabric |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes this cisco nexus switch ideal for modern data center environments?
A: The 36180YC-R delivers ultra-high port density with 48x 25G ports and 100G uplinks, combined with deep packet buffers and sub-microsecond latency — perfect for high-frequency trading, AI/ML workloads, and cloud-scale deployments requiring maximum performance.
Q: How does this data center switch integrate with existing infrastructure?
A: Yes, it's engineered for seamless integration with cisco data center environments. The switch supports Cisco ACI fabric deployment, VXLAN overlay networks, and works with existing Nexus infrastructure for unified management and consistent policy enforcement.
Q: What are the key advantages of the fiber ethernet switches design?
A: SFP28 and QSFP28 fiber optic connectivity enables flexible reach options from short-reach multimode to long-reach single-mode fiber. This provides deployment flexibility for intra-rack, inter-rack, and inter-building connectivity while maintaining consistent high performance.
Q: Is this enterprise networking switch suitable for spine-leaf architectures?
A: Yes. The 48x 25G access ports with 6x 100G uplinks make it ideal for leaf switch deployments in modern spine-leaf topologies. The oversubscription ratio and buffer design are optimized for east-west traffic patterns common in cloud and virtualized environments.
Cisco Nexus 36180YC-R data center switch for enterprise environments. High-density 48x25G + 6x100G ports with sub-microsecond latency performance.
