Part Number: DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC
Manufacturer: Arista Networks
Overview:
The Arista DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC is a next-generation, high-performance network switch designed for large-scale data centers and high-demand enterprise environments. With 48 x 25GbE ports and a total switching capacity of up to 3.2Tbps, the DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC is tailored to support bandwidth-intensive applications like cloud computing, virtualization, big data analytics, and video streaming. This robust and scalable solution is ideal for environments requiring flexibility, low latency, and the ability to handle vast amounts of traffic while ensuring optimal network performance. Built with advanced routing and switching technologies, the DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC supports high-density deployments with a compact form factor, offering unparalleled reliability and efficiency.
Key Features:
48 x 25GbE Ports: The switch features 48 x 25GbE (SFP28) ports, providing high-speed connectivity for devices like servers, storage systems, and virtual machines, supporting high-bandwidth requirements.
Total Switching Capacity: Offers a total switching capacity of 3.2Tbps, delivering outstanding performance even in high-demand environments.
Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 Capabilities: Supports comprehensive Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing, including advanced features like VXLAN, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS, ensuring seamless and efficient network operations.
Low Latency: Designed with ultra-low latency, ensuring fast packet forwarding and reducing network bottlenecks, making it ideal for latency-sensitive applications.
High Availability and Redundancy: Features a redundant, hot-swappable power supply and fans to ensure continuous operation, even in mission-critical environments.
Flexible and Scalable Design: The switch is designed to scale efficiently and supports stacking and clustering, allowing you to easily expand your network as your needs grow.
Energy Efficiency: Built with power-efficient components that help reduce operational costs, making it an environmentally conscious choice.
Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System): Powered by Arista's EOS, providing an intuitive user interface, automation, and robust programmability for advanced network management and orchestration.
Cloud-Scale Architecture: Designed for cloud environments, offering flexible and resilient configurations that can handle large amounts of traffic while maintaining simplicity in deployment and management.
Applications:
Data Centers: The DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC is ideal for high-density, large-scale data center deployments, where performance, scalability, and reliability are essential for managing high volumes of data traffic.
Cloud Computing: Suited for cloud environments requiring flexible, high-bandwidth switches capable of supporting the rapid scaling of virtualized workloads and applications.
Virtualized Networks: The switch’s support for advanced features like VXLAN, high-density 25GbE ports, and low-latency forwarding make it perfect for highly virtualized data centers.
High-Performance Computing (HPC): Excellent for HPC environments where low-latency, high-bandwidth network connectivity is crucial for data analysis and real-time processing of large datasets.
Enterprise Networks: Suitable for enterprises seeking to enhance network speed, efficiency, and scalability to support business-critical applications such as video conferencing, real-time analytics, and large-scale data storage.
Networking for Big Data: The switch is well-equipped to handle the enormous data requirements of big data analytics, ensuring quick data processing, analysis, and transfer.
Specifications:
Ports:
48 x 25GbE (SFP28) Ports
Uplink Ports:
6 x 100GbE QSFP28 Uplink Ports (supports 100GbE connectivity for backbone or inter-switch links)
Total Switching Capacity:
3.2 Tbps
Forwarding Rate:
2.4 Bpps (Billion packets per second)
Form Factor:
1U Rack-Mountable
Power Supplies:
Dual, hot-swappable redundant power supplies (AC or DC options available)
Cooling:
Front-to-back airflow with redundant, hot-swappable cooling fans
Operating Temperature Range:
0°C to 40°C (Operating)
Dimensions:
17.3" x 1.7" x 21.0" (439mm x 43mm x 533mm)
Weight:
10.5 kg (23.1 lbs)
Operating System:
Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System)
Latency:
Extremely low latency (typically under 1 microsecond for most applications)
Stacking Capacity:
Supports multi-switch stacking for seamless network expansion and management
Security:
802.1X, ACLs, MACsec encryption, and other advanced security protocols to prevent unauthorized access and ensure secure network operations
Why Choose the Arista DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC:
Unmatched Performance: With 48 x 25GbE ports and a total switching capacity of 3.2Tbps, this switch is designed to handle high-throughput applications in demanding environments such as data centers and cloud computing infrastructures.
Advanced Scalability: The DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC offers flexible scalability options, allowing you to stack and expand your network as needed, without compromising performance.
Optimized for High-Density Networks: Its high port density, 25GbE connectivity, and low-latency forwarding make it perfect for environments with heavy data traffic, such as virtualized data centers and high-performance computing.
Energy Efficiency: Built with low-power components, this switch reduces operational costs and supports a greener data center by consuming less energy.
Arista EOS: Powered by Arista’s EOS, the switch offers a powerful, flexible, and user-friendly network operating system with extensive programmability, automation, and integration capabilities.
Future-Proof: With 25GbE and 100GbE support, the DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC is designed to meet the growing demands of next-generation applications and technologies, ensuring that your investment remains relevant as your network needs evolve.
High Availability: With dual redundant power supplies and fans, this switch is designed for maximum uptime, ensuring continuous operation even in mission-critical network environments.
The Arista DCS-7500R2AK-48YCQ-LC is an ideal solution for organizations looking to build a high-performance, scalable, and reliable network infrastructure capable of supporting modern applications and cloud environments. With its advanced features, ultra-low latency, and flexibility, this switch is a perfect fit for data centers, cloud computing, and enterprise networks that require the highest levels of performance and reliability.