Name: DCS-7160-48TC6-F Arista 48x10GbE RJ45 6x100GbE QSFP Switch Dual AC PSU
Brand: Arista Networks
SKU: DCS-7160-48TC6-F
Price: 1960.04 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista 7160-48TC6-F combines 48 10GbE RJ45 ports with 6 100GbE QSFP ports, delivering versatile high-speed connectivity for data centers. Its front-to-rear airflow design matches common cooling setups, and dual AC power supplies provide backup power for uninterrupted operation. This switch is well-suited for environments needing dense, reliable, and efficient network switching without compromising on power or space efficiency.

General Information
Brand	Arista Networks
Part Number	DCS-7160-48TC6-F
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10GBase-T, 100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	10Gbps,100Gbps
UpLink Ports	6
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	2.16 Tbps
DRAM	8 GB
Flash Memory	8 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ-45,QSFP28

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	128K

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, MLD, Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Security	Yes
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,SNMPv1/v2/v3,HTTP/HTTPS,Telnet,RADIUS,TACACS+
Routing Protocol	Static,OSPF,OSPFv3,BGP,IS-IS,VRRP,PIM-SM,IGMP,MLD,Route Maps

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-rear hot-swappable fans (4)
Power	AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz, dual hot-swappable redundant power supplies
Power Supply	2x AC hot-swappable power supplies (100-240VAC)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The Arista 7160-48TC6-F is built to handle demanding network traffic with a mix of 48 10GbE RJ45 ports and 6 100GbE QSFP ports. It’s often found in data centers where robust, high-throughput switching is essential for server and storage connectivity. Designed for front-to-rear airflow, it fits well into modern rack layouts that optimize cooling. Network engineers and IT professionals typically deploy it in environments requiring reliable, high-bandwidth switching combined with power redundancy. Key Features Provides a mix of copper and fiber options to accommodate diverse network setups Airflow direction supports hot aisle/cold aisle data center designs Dual power supplies ensure continuous operation even during power events Supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols for flexible network architectures Compact 1RU form factor saves valuable rack space You'll typically see this switch in large-scale enterprise data centers and service provider networks where uptime and performance are critical. Its reliability and mix of port types help maintain smooth traffic flow and simplify network scaling.

Use Cases
The Arista DCS-7160-48TC6-F switch is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers and high-performance computing environments where robust, high-density 10GbE and 100GbE connectivity is required. It suits network architects and IT teams managing scalable, low-latency infrastructures demanding efficient airflow and power redundancy to maintain operational continuity. How It's Used: Aggregating server and storage traffic within data center racks to support virtualization and cloud workloads. Providing top-of-rack switching in enterprise IT environments to optimize network segmentation and reduce latency. Connecting high-throughput edge computing nodes where front-to-rear airflow aligns with existing cooling strategies. Supporting large-scale storage clusters requiring multiple 10GbE connections with scalable uplink via 100GbE QSFP ports. Enabling resilient network fabrics through dual AC power supplies, minimizing downtime in critical infrastructure deployments. This switch enhances network efficiency by balancing high port density with power and cooling considerations common in dense rack deployments. Its design enables seamless scalability and reliable performance critical for data center operations handling varied and intensive workloads.