Name: DCS-7050SX3-48C8C-F Arista 7050X3 48x10GbE SFP 8x100GbE QSFP100 Switch
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7050SX3-48C8C-F
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista 7050X3-48C8C-F switch combines 48 10GbE SFP ports with 8 100GbE QSFP100 ports, offering high-density multi-speed connectivity. It features front-to-rear airflow and dual AC power supplies, aligning with data center cooling and power redundancy needs. This switch fits rack-mounted network environments requiring flexible port configurations.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48x10Gb SFP+,8x100Gb QSFP28
Port Type	10G SFP+, 100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10Gbps,100Gbps
UpLink Ports	8 x 100GbE (QSFP28)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.56 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	5.0 Bpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP28,Serial (RJ-45) Console,USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, RIPng, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Out-of-band 1GbE management,SSH,SNMP
Security Features	ACLs (IPv4/IPv6),802.1X,Port Security,Storm Control,SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+,Dynamic ARP Inspection,IP Source Guard
Management Type	Arista EOS CLI,CloudVision,eAPI/REST,SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,HTTP,SNMP,eAPI (REST),NETCONF

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-rear airflow; hot-swappable/redundant fan modules
Power	Dual AC (100-240VAC)
Power Supply	2 x AC hot-swappable power supplies

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3ba, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1w

Product Description
The Arista 7050X3 48x10GbE SFP & 8x100GbE QSFP100 switch delivers flexible and scalable connectivity for demanding network environments. It is designed for use in data centers and enterprise networks where high port density and multi-speed support are needed. This switch supports 48 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports alongside 8 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP100 ports, enabling seamless interconnection of various network devices and servers. The front-to-rear air cooling design, coupled with dual AC power supplies, supports efficient thermal management in rack deployments. Key Features 48 10GbE SFP ports for dense server and network connectivity 8 100GbE QSFP100 ports for uplink and high-bandwidth aggregation Front-to-rear airflow suitable for front-to-back data center cooling Dual AC power supplies for redundant power delivery Compact form factor designed for rack-mount environments This switch enables organizations to build scalable, multi-speed networks accommodating both 10GbE and 100GbE requirements. Its airflow design and redundant power supplies help maintain operational stability in demanding installation scenarios.

Use Cases
The Arista 7050X3-48C8C-F switch is typically deployed in enterprise and data center networks where multiple 10GbE connections are required alongside 100GbE uplinks. It suits environments with front-to-rear airflow cooling designs and demands for redundant power sources. How It's Used: Aggregating 10GbE server connections in data center top-of-rack deployments Providing 100GbE uplinks to core or aggregation layers in network architecture Supporting front-to-rear airflow data center environments for optimal cooling Enabling multi-speed connectivity for mixed device environments Deploying in enterprise campuses requiring scalable and flexible network access Utilizing dual AC power supplies for improved power resilience This switch serves as a versatile network building block, providing essential multi-speed connectivity and integration with standard data center airflow and power configurations. It fits well in operational roles requiring stable, high-density Ethernet switching.

FAQ's
What ports does the DCS-7050SX3-48C8C-F provide? This switch includes 48 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports and 8 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP100 ports, supporting multi-speed connectivity for various network devices. How does front-to-rear airflow affect installation? Front-to-rear airflow directs cooling air from the front of the chassis to the rear, aligning with certain data center cooling architectures and requiring compatible rack layouts. What power supply type does the switch use? The switch is equipped with dual AC power supplies designed for redundancy and to supply stable power in typical data center environments. Can the 100GbE QSFP100 ports support breakout cables? The information specifies 8 QSFP100 ports but does not indicate breakout cable support, so compatibility should be verified separately. Is the switch suitable for enterprise and data center use? Yes, the combination of port density, airflow design, and power redundancy makes it suitable for both enterprise networks and data center top-of-rack deployment. What type of network environments benefit from this switch? Networks requiring high-density 10GbE access combined with 100GbE uplinks, especially those with front-to-rear cooling and redundant power needs, benefit from this switch.