Part Number: DCS-7280CR-48-F
Manufacturer: Arista Networks
Overview
The Arista DCS-7280CR-48-F is a powerful, high-performance, fully managed data center switch, designed to meet the demands of large-scale networks, cloud environments, and enterprise infrastructures. With 48 ports supporting 10/25GbE and 100GbE, this switch offers excellent flexibility and scalability for data center and network backbone applications. Its compact 1RU form factor ensures space efficiency, making it ideal for modern high-density data centers.
This switch is powered by Arista’s Extensible Operating System (EOS), providing a stable, scalable, and programmable networking platform that simplifies automation and streamlines network management. The DCS-7280CR-48-F is built to deliver wire-speed performance with minimal latency, making it an ideal choice for mission-critical applications that require high bandwidth and low-latency connectivity.
Key Features
High-Density Port Configuration: Equipped with 48 ports, offering 10/25GbE and 100GbE options for versatile connectivity in high-performance environments.
Arista EOS: Runs Arista’s EOS, a reliable and feature-rich network operating system that supports advanced automation and programmability.
High Throughput: Wire-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding with advanced QoS and multicast support for efficient data traffic handling.
Low Latency: Optimized for ultra-low latency, making it ideal for latency-sensitive applications such as financial services, high-frequency trading, and HPC.
Redundant Power and Fans: Designed for maximum reliability with redundant power supplies and cooling fans to ensure 24/7 uptime.
Energy Efficient: Low power consumption with an optimized cooling system to reduce operational costs in data centers.
Applications
Cloud Data Centers: Built for large-scale cloud networks, delivering the performance and scalability required to manage vast amounts of data.
Enterprise Networks: Suitable for enterprise-grade data centers and network infrastructures, where high-density, low-latency connectivity is essential.
High-Performance Computing (HPC): Supports compute-intensive applications that require high-speed, low-latency connectivity.
Virtualized and SDN Networks: Ideal for software-defined networks (SDN) and virtualized environments with support for VXLAN and other network virtualization protocols.
Specifications
Model: DCS-7280CR-48-F
Ports: 48 ports (combination of 10/25GbE and 100GbE)
Switching Capacity: Up to 1.6 Tbps
Forwarding Rate: 1.2 Bpps
Power Consumption: Low power consumption with energy-efficient design
Redundant Power Supply: Yes, for high availability
Cooling: Advanced thermal management with redundant fans
Dimensions: 1RU form factor
Operating System: Arista EOS
Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features: Full support for Layer 2 switching, routing, QoS, and multicast
Network Protocols: Supports VXLAN, BGP, OSPF, and more
Management: CLI, SNMP, REST APIs, and integrated management tools
Why Choose the Arista DCS-7280CR-48-F?
High Density, Scalable Performance: With 48 ports and support for both 10/25GbE and 100GbE, the DCS-7280CR-48-F is ideal for data centers needing high port density and flexible scalability.
Exceptional Reliability: Built with redundancy in power supplies and fans, ensuring reliability and minimizing the risk of downtime.
Optimized for High-Performance Environments: Its low-latency design and advanced QoS capabilities make it perfect for high-performance applications, from cloud workloads to financial trading platforms.
Comprehensive Network Features: Supports a wide range of Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, including advanced routing protocols and network virtualization, enabling seamless integration into various network architectures.
Energy-Efficient Design: The power-efficient design ensures that you can manage your data center’s energy consumption while maintaining peak performance.
The Arista DCS-7280CR-48-F is a versatile, high-performance data center switch that ensures your network operates efficiently and reliably. It’s perfect for enterprises, cloud providers, and high-performance computing environments that demand both flexibility and power. With the scalability and low-latency performance of Arista’s EOS, it’s the right choice for modern data center networks.