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Cisco C3160 4U Rack Server - 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2 2.20 GHz - 256 GB RAM - 12Gb/s SAS ControllerThe Cisco C3160 4U Rack Server is engineered for enterprises that demand uncompromising performance, scalable storage, and rock solid reliability in a dense data center footprint. Designed to handle virtualization, private cloud storage, and data intensive workloads, this 4U rack powerhouse combines dual Intel Xeon processing with abundant memory and a high speed SAS storage backbone. Whether youre building a virtualization cluster, hosting virtual
The Cisco C3160 4U Rack Server is engineered for enterprises that demand uncompromising performance, scalable storage, and rock-solid reliability in a dense data-center footprint. Designed to handle virtualization, private cloud storage, and data-intensive workloads, this 4U rack powerhouse combines dual Intel Xeon processing with abundant memory and a high-speed SAS storage backbone. Whether you’re building a virtualization cluster, hosting virtual desktop infrastructure, or consolidating storage services, the C3160 delivers the multi-threaded power, expansive expansion capacity, and enterprise-grade resilience that modern IT environments require. From mission-critical databases to large-scale backups and analytics pipelines, this server is built to keep latency low, throughput high, and downtime minimal while you scale up to meet growing demand.
- Dual processors for extreme multitasking: Equipped with 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2 processors at 2.20 GHz, the C3160 delivers robust multi-core performance and strong Turbo Boost potential for virtualization, cloud services, and data-intensive applications. This configuration excels at parallel workloads, parallel I/O, and sustained throughput across virtual machines and containers, helping you consolidate workloads without sacrificing responsiveness.
- Massive memory footprint for virtualization and in-memory workloads: 256 GB of DDR3 RAM provides headroom for dense virtualization, large in-memory caches, and data analytics. With ECC protection, this memory capacity helps maintain data integrity under heavy load, reducing the risk of memory-related issues during long-running workloads and peak operations.
- High-speed storage backbone with 12Gb/s SAS: A 12 Gb/s SAS controller ensures fast, reliable access to storage resources, enabling rapid boot, high IOPS, and efficient data movement across multiple drives. This storage backbone is ideal for I/O-bound applications, large database files, and fast recovery tasks, delivering the throughput required by enterprise-grade workloads.
- 4U rack form factor with enterprise expansion: The 4U chassis is designed to fit into standard data-center racks, offering ample space for drive bays, PCIe cards, and hot-swappable components. The architecture supports scalable storage configurations and expansion options, making it suitable for growing workloads and evolving infrastructure needs without a complete system rewrite.
- Reliability, manageability, and long-term value: Built for mission-critical operations, the C3160 emphasizes reliability and serviceability in data centers. With enterprise-grade management capabilities and flexible I/O options, it’s designed to minimize downtime, simplify maintenance, and deliver consistent performance across firmware updates and hardware refresh cycles.
Technical Details of Cisco C3160 4U Rack Server
- Form Factor: 4U rack-mountable chassis designed for deployment in standard data-center racks, enabling efficient space management and centralized cabling.
- Processors: 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2 CPUs, 2.20 GHz base frequency, optimized for multi-threaded enterprise workloads and virtualization environments.
- Memory: 256 GB DDR3 RAM with ECC protection to improve data integrity and reliability under heavy workloads.
- Storage Controller: 12 Gb/s SAS controller providing high-speed I/O for SAS/SATA storage, enabling fast data access and scalable storage configurations.
- Storage & Expansion: Supports scalable storage configurations and PCIe expansion slots for additional NICs, adapters, and acceleration cards to tailor the system to specific workloads.
- Storage Capacity & RAID: Configurable storage options with enterprise-grade RAID configurations supported to balance performance, capacity, and fault tolerance in a data center environment.
- Networking & Management: Flexible networking options through PCIe NICs and management interfaces suitable for centralized monitoring, remote administration, and integration with existing data-center operations.
How to Install Cisco C3160 4U Rack Server
Installing the Cisco C3160 is a straightforward process when you follow disciplined data-center best practices. This guide provides a high-level overview to help you get the system up and running quickly while ensuring proper airflow, cabling, and initial configuration. Always refer to your internal change-management policies and Cisco documentation for model-specific steps and firmware recommendations.
- Prepare the rack and environment: Ensure the rack is rated for 4U height, has adequate weight capacity, and is located in a clean, climate-controlled space. Gather rails, screws, grounding hardware, and cable-management accessories before beginning the installation.
- Rackmount the chassis: Install the rack rails according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Carefully slide the C3160 into the rack, align it with the rails, and secure it with the appropriate screws or latches to prevent movement during operation.
- Connect power and basic cabling: Attach redundant power supplies if available and connect primary power sources. Organize power and data cables to promote airflow and minimize obstructions to fans and vents. Ensure that cables are labeled and routed to reduce confusion during maintenance.
- Initial hardware configuration: Power on and access the system BIOS/UEFI to configure basic settings such as date/time, boot order, and memory timings. Verify that the system recognizes both CPUs and the installed memory, and review any hardware warnings.
- RAID and storage setup: If you’re deploying storage arrays, configure your SAS drives and RAID controllers according to your performance and redundancy requirements. Create logical drives/RAID groups as needed to support your operating system, databases, and virtual machines.
- Install the operating system or virtualization layer: Insert the OS or virtualization platform installation media via USB or network boot. Follow the standard installation steps, including network configuration, disk selection, and driver integration for the storage controller and NICs.
- Firmware and driver updates: After the base OS is installed, update server firmware, BIOS/UEFI, storage controller, and NIC drivers to the latest stable versions. Applying updates helps improve stability, security, and performance compatibility with new software releases.
- Performance tuning and validation: Configure virtualization resources, memory allocation, and NUMA settings to optimize performance. Run baseline benchmarks and health checks to confirm system stability, thermal performance, and expected throughput before moving to production workloads.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What is the form factor of the Cisco C3160? A: It is a 4U rack-mountable server designed to fit standard data-center racks for efficient space utilization.
- Q: What processors are included? A: The system ships with two Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2 processors at 2.20 GHz, suitable for multi-threaded workloads and virtualization.
- Q: How much memory does it support? A: The configuration shown includes 256 GB of DDR3 ECC RAM, with capabilities for larger memory configurations depending on the SKU and motherboard options.
- Q: What storage controller does it use? A: It features a 12 Gb/s SAS storage controller to enable fast, scalable SAS/SATA storage I/O for enterprise workloads.
- Q: Is this server suitable for virtualization and cloud storage? A: Yes. With dual CPUs, ample RAM, and fast SAS storage, the Cisco C3160 is well-suited for virtualization clusters, private cloud storage, and large-scale data-center workloads, provided you configure the storage and network components to meet your specific performance and reliability requirements.
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★★★★★ 3
Does NOT Transmit Through Walls
Quick and easy setup! Works great within the room. However, will not work effectively between walls (i.e. - AV closet to living room).
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Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Works perfectly - great product
My MBR TV set-up incorporates a cable box set up in a closet about 50 feet from the TV (hung over a fireplace). When it was set up the A/V used a wired infra-red set up that was wired thru the walls, under the floor, into the closet. Unfortunately some mice nibbled on the wiring and it does not work. I have tried everything including the Next Generation extender (over the years bought 6 of them for different TV's) and most recently the Startech. The Next Generation have not been updated in years and over time completely lose their ability to operate. No customer service at all; emails go into a black hole. I had high hopes for the Startech. Easy to set up and worked out of the box. The problem is the lag time. I could live with it when watching live TV, but it was totally impossible when it came to playing back programs from the DVR (which is cloud based). I was losing hope until I tried the Sewell Blaster. Took me less then 5 minutes to set up and it worked instantly. Little or no lag to speak of and I couldn't be happier.
NB. Speaking of Sewell, the absolutely BEST way to control your HDMI based TV is the Sewell Direct SW-30062 Dual Band InjectIR sold by Amazon for $55. This is truly plug 'n play and operates with absolutely no lag. Bought 2 of these to operate TV's in my apartment where I had to hide boxes in closets. Well made, great instructions (coordinated with the devices) and I just love this product. I bought mine direct from Sewell ) same price) because I couldn't find them on Amazon when I needed them, but they have a great return policy and I'm told great C/S. If you can't use these then go for the Blaster.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2018
★★★★★ 5
This vacuum is totally worth the extra money! I LOVE MY YELLOW VAC!
Configuration: Vacuum
Don't hesitate to spend a few more dollars on this vacuum, because you won't be sorry over time. I had done extensive research on purchasing my next vacuum when I came across this model. A friend owns one of the dark green limited edition models and had great things to say about it. I tried hers out and that was that. I loved it. She also bought the floor attachment for wood or flat surface flooring that is already included with this model. I loved that attachment when I tried hers out. It glides across the floor and sucks everything up in it’s path.
The Calima had everything I wanted in one package and I really loved the cheerful yellow color. The only thing I didn't like was the price of course. However, in this case I do believe you get what you pay for. Luckily, I was able to get an Amazon Warehouse like new Calima with the floor attachment for ever so slightly more than my friend’s vac plus the extra floor attachment would've cost me. YES!!! In my 16 years married life, I have bought and used a Panasonic, a Dyson and most recently a Sears Progressive (discontinued red model). Their life span has been 4-6 years each. I vowed this time to do some research up front, so I can stop my side job of buying new vacuum cleaners. I found I loved canister vacs thanks to the Progressive, so that was my number one priority. Proven longevity was the next priority. When my vac arrived, I immeditely took it out of the box and started vacuuming away. I have family members with allergies and one with allergies and asthma. My old vacuums never did the cleaning job of this little, lightweight yellow sunshine! I enjoy vacuuming again. It is so quiet that every time I use it, my daughter comments on it. It turns on a dime and is so easy to maneuver. The cord is a perfect length and winds up in a snap. I do like the digital features (that can be touched with your toes-no need to bend down) of changing the suction power. I considered other models with the manual dial and even saw one at Bed Bath and Beyond. It wasn't difficult, but the digital is better in my opinion. Compartments open and close with such ease unlike my Progressive, which I had to wrench open every time I needed to change the bag or get an attachment out. I actually broke the clasp off that allows you to change the bag within months of first getting the Progressive. The Progressive and my other vacs for that matter, were all made of cheap plastic. The Miele surpasses all of my other vacs by leaps and bounds! This company makes great vacuums! Thank you Miele and thank you Amazon!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2016
★★★★★ 5
It will change your mind about vacuuming
Configuration: Vacuum
I have Persian carpets, hardwood floors, brick, and tile and this vacuum works well on all of them. I also have short haired dogs and cats and live in the woods so there is a lot to vacuum up here. I have always had Kenmore canister vacuums that lasted forever and I wanted to get a vacuum cleaner that I wouldn't have to replace every few years so spent the extra money to hopefully get what they promise in that regard. I also spent the extra money on this C3 model because it is made in Germany. The body is heavy plastic but lightweight and has a great little rubber bumper around it so it won't mark your walls or break the plastic when you crash into something. The accessories are well made with no strange plastic seams that catch dirt. The hose and tube are made of heavy materials. I have to carry the canister up three different types of stairs including a narrow spiral staircase and it is very easy to do this. The body is slim enough so that it isn't awkward to carry up stairs while holding the hose and tube too.
The machine is well designed, something I look for in everything I purchase. It is easy to change speeds, and turn on and off with your foot so you don't have to bend over everytime you want to turn it off or change the speed. The retractable cord is super nice, and something I was used to with the Kenmore. It keeps the cord safe from nicks and also makes it easier to transport and store.
A couple of things I miss from my old Kenmore that I didn't get on this model was the on/off switch on the handle, the ability to go from floor to carpet with the beater brush, and 360 degree swivel hose at the attachment to the canister. This machine does come with the parquet twister attachment, which I read from many reviews was a great tool and can agree wholly that it is, and you can certainly leave it on to vacuum your carpets, but the turbo brush which comes with it too, is a much better cleaning tool for low pile rugs. So I vacuum all of my non-carpeted areas first, then switch the tool and go back and vacuum the rugs. It is a bit of a pain but not terrible. The biggest issue is that you have to carry the extra floor tool with you when you climb the stairs holding the vacuum. Again, not really terrible just a bit of a pain. I have had no issues with the turbo brush getting clogged with hair, but then I have short haired pets.
I did choose to get the complete mainly because the canister holds the other attachments (crevice, upholstery, and wall brushes) inside making it easy to transport and less likely to lose the tools. The variable speed motor is soooo much quieter than any vacuum I've ever owned. My pets don't freak out when I vacuum now. The turbo tool has a switch on it which allows the suction to be reduced if you are pulling the rug off the floor. There is also a cool little metal strip down the back of the handle to discharge static electricity. You just have to keep your hand on it while you vacuum. This is a good example of thoughtful design.
Because I was replacing a nearly defunct vacuum cleaner I was a vacuuming maniac for the first week I had the Miele. My children thought I had lost my mind and wondered how I could possibly be so excited about a vacuum cleaner...it was a change from my focus on other things, like riding bikes and stuff like that. But my house had become a dust bomb and after vacuuming one rug and watching the dull red change to bright red with a beautiful pattern that I guess I had gotten used to not seeing anymore...I started vacuuming everything in sight (that you could vacuum of course). Almost everything returned to its original color and I filled the vacuum cleaner bag quickly.
I also love that the bag and filters keep the dust from reentering the house...so you aren't just moving it around to vacuum up again next week.
And probably, most of all, even above the excellent job the machine does on removing dirt from carpets and upholstery, cleaning floors (the parquet twister is awesome for getting right up next to the baseboard at weird angles), is the yellow color. How can you not like vacuuming with a bright yellow vacuum?
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Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2017
★★★★★ 5
Great Vacuum
Configuration: Vacuum
I've had my vacuum for several months now. It is fantastic on hardwood floors and does a great job on furniture and stairs. The vacuum is very lightweight and quiet, making it easy to use in our two story, open plan house. Previously, I would get dirty looks from my husband if I tried to run the vacuum upstairs while he was watching television in the living area. I first purchased a Miele C1 series vacuum last year to replace my upstairs vacuum. I love that vacuum, but it has limitations as far as doing area rugs and carpet. My previous vacuums have all been Kenmore canister vacuums, and that was the only brand I would buy. I gave the Miele C1 a chance when Amazon had it at a special price. I then purchased this model, the C3, after several months because the vacuum I used downstairs started having issues. This vacuum is so lightweight and easy to carry up and down stairs that I probably should have splurged on the C3 model to begin with, as I almost always end up carrying the C3 upstairs to do the carpet in the bedroom anyway. My previous Kenmore canister vacs were very heavy and were almost impossible for me to carry safely on the stairs. While the C1 has attachments that are on a very poorly designed holder that is supposed to clip on the hose (doesn't stay there), this model has attachments inside the canister making them much more accessible and safe from being lost.
My biggest complaint about this vacuum is the power brush. I have 6 cats - 3 long-haired rescues and 3 Maine Coon cats. If you are familiar with Maine Coon breed, you know they are all about fur, lots and lots of fur. We have to do a lot of brushing in our house, and our vacuums have to work hard. I discovered that the power brush is quickly overpowered with cat fur sticking on the roller brush, and I need to take small scissors after every use on a carpet and remove all the fur before the next use. It is a tedious chore and I can't believe a vacuum at this price point doesn't have a better power brush design. It does a good job cleaning the carpets, but you do have to keep after the cleaning of the brush roller. I did not have to do that with my Kenmore turbo brush. Thankfully, we only have 2 carpeted rooms in our house, and a few area rugs, so mostly I am vacuuming hardwood and it does a fantastic job on that.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2019