Name: DCS-7280CR-48-F Arista 48x 100GB QSFP100 8x 40GB QSFP+ F-B Airflow Switch
Brand: Arista Networks
SKU: DCS-7280CR-48-F
Price: 3539.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The DCS-7280CR-48-F Arista switch features 48 ports of 100Gb QSFP100 and 8 ports of 40Gb QSFP+ with front-to-back airflow design, delivering high throughput and efficient cooling for data center environments.

General Information
Brand	Arista Networks
Part Number	DCS-7280CR-48-F
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Number of Ports	56-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, 100G QSFP28
Port Speed	100Gbps,40Gbps
UpLink Ports	8
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console
Security Features	802.1X,SSH,TACACS+,RADIUS,ACL
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,REST

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The DCS-7280CR-48-F Arista switch is a high-capacity network switch designed to handle intensive data center workloads. Equipped with 48 ports of 100Gb QSFP100 and 8 ports of 40Gb QSFP+, it provides flexible and scalable connectivity options for modern network infrastructures. This switch is commonly deployed in data centers, cloud computing environments, and enterprise networks where high bandwidth and low latency are critical. Network engineers and system administrators benefit from its robust performance and efficient cooling design, which supports continuous operation in demanding conditions. Key Features 48 x 100Gb QSFP100 ports and 8 x 40Gb QSFP+ ports Front-to-back (F-B) airflow for optimized thermal management Low latency switching architecture suitable for high-performance computing Advanced network protocols and programmability support High-density 1RU form factor for space-efficient deployments The DCS-7280CR-48-F is engineered to deliver reliable, high-speed network performance necessary for modern data center operations. Its airflow design enhances system cooling, ensuring stability and longevity of the hardware. With its combination of port density and throughput, this switch supports the growing needs of enterprise and cloud environments, offering a strong foundation for scalable network growth.

Use Cases
The DCS-7280CR-48-F switch excels in environments requiring high-density, high-speed network connectivity. How It's Used: Aggregation and spine layer switching in data center networks High-performance computing clusters requiring low latency Cloud service provider infrastructure supporting large-scale virtualization Enterprise core networks handling heavy east-west traffic Network function virtualization platforms demanding flexible programmability This switch supports critical network functions across various demanding deployment scenarios, providing scalable and reliable connectivity for evolving network architectures.