Name: DCS-7170B-64C-F Arista 64-Port 100GbE QSFP100 Switch 2x SFP+
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7170B-64C-F
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista DCS-7170B-64C-F is a high-density switch providing 64 ports of 100GbE connectivity through QSFP100 interfaces and 2 additional SFP+ ports for 10GbE links. It is designed for deployment in data centers and enterprise networks demanding scalable, dense, and high-bandwidth connectivity.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	64 x 100GbE (QSFP28), 2 x 10GbE (SFP+)
Number of Ports	64-Ports
Port Type	100G QSFP28, SFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	100GbE,10GbE
UpLink Ports	2 x 10GbE SFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	12.8 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	9.52 billion pps (approx.)
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4096
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28,SFP+,Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Console (RJ-45), USB, Dedicated Management Ethernet, SSH, HTTPS, SNMP
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,MAC-based authentication,SSH,Port Security,Storm Control
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,Telnet,HTTP,HTTPS,SNMP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans (front-to-back airflow)
Power	Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies (100-240VAC)
Power Supply	Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies

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

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Arista DCS-7170B-64C-F is a network switch featuring 64 ports capable of 100 Gigabit Ethernet using QSFP100 interfaces. It also includes 2 SFP+ ports to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections. This switch is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise networks requiring high-density, high-bandwidth switching. Network administrators and IT professionals use this switch to build scalable and dense network fabrics that support demanding workloads and high-throughput applications. Key Features 64 QSFP100 ports providing 100GbE connectivity 2 SFP+ ports supporting 10GbE interfaces Compact design optimized for data center deployment Supports high port density for aggregation and spine layer roles Designed for integration in large-scale network environments This switch plays a critical role in providing dense 100GbE connectivity options within data centers. Its port configuration supports aggregation and spine switching, enabling efficient network scaling without requiring excessive rack space.

Use Cases
The Arista DCS-7170B-64C-F is typically used in data center environments where high-bandwidth and port density are critical. It supports aggregation, spine, or core layer roles in large-scale network topologies, benefiting organizations with demanding networking workloads and dense infrastructure. How It's Used: Aggregation switch in data center leaf-spine architectures Spine switch in scalable network fabrics requiring 100GbE ports Core layer switch for enterprise campus networks needing dense 100GbE connectivity Interconnect switch for high-performance computing clusters Switching platform for cloud service providers requiring scalable bandwidth In operation, this switch enables dense 100GbE connectivity without compromising rack density. It supports critical networking roles that require scalable bandwidth and port availability in complex infrastructure environments.

FAQ's
What type of ports does the DCS-7170B-64C-F have? The switch includes 64 QSFP100 ports for 100GbE and 2 SFP+ ports for 10GbE connectivity, enabling high-density and mixed bandwidth connections in data center networks. Can the 2 SFP+ ports be used simultaneously with the 64 QSFP100 ports? Yes, the 2 SFP+ ports operate independently alongside the 64 QSFP100 ports to support additional 10GbE connections without impacting the 100GbE port capacity. What environments is this switch designed for? The Arista DCS-7170B-64C-F is designed for data centers and enterprise networks that require high-density, 100GbE switches for aggregation, spine, or core roles. What role does this switch serve in network architecture? This switch is suited for use as an aggregation or spine switch in leaf-spine data center designs or as a core switch in enterprise networks, providing scalable, dense 100GbE connectivity. Does the switch support 10GbE interfaces? Yes, it provides 2 SFP+ ports specifically for 10GbE connections to complement the 64 QSFP100 100GbE ports. Is the DCS-7170B-64C-F suitable for cloud service providers? The switch's high port density and 100GbE capability make it suitable for cloud environments requiring scalable, high-bandwidth network fabrics.