Name: DCS-7280CR2A-60-R Arista 60x100GbE 12Tbps Data Center Router
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7280CR2A-60-R
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R router offers 60 ports of 100GbE connectivity with a total switching capacity of 12Tbps. It is engineered for dense, high-throughput routing applications primarily in data centers and cloud infrastructure deployments.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	QSFP28 (100GbE)
Port Type	100G QSFP28
Port Speed	100GbE
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	12 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45),1000Base-T
Security Features	Access Control Lists (ACLs),RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,Port Security,802.1X,MACsec
Management Type	CLI,REST API (eAPI),Web UI,SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,REST API,NETCONF,eAPI

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, TUV

Product Description
The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R is a high-capacity router designed to deliver substantial throughput with 60 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. It is typically deployed in data center and cloud networking environments where large volumes of network traffic require efficient routing and switching. This router is used by network architects and IT professionals managing large-scale infrastructures requiring scalable and dense 100GbE connectivity. Key Features 60 ports of 100GbE for extensive data throughput. 12Tbps switching capacity enabling large data flows. Compact form factor optimized for data center racks. Designed to support high-density routing tasks. Built by Arista, known for network hardware solutions. In practical applications, the DCS-7280CR2A-60-R serves as a core or aggregation router handling significant data loads. It facilitates efficient interconnectivity across network segments in environments where consistent high bandwidth is necessary.

Use Cases
The DCS-7280CR2A-60-R router is typically used in large data centers, cloud service provider networks, and enterprise core routing layers. It suits environments that demand high port density and substantial throughput for complex network topologies. How It's Used: Core routing in data centers with high traffic volume. Cloud infrastructure requiring scalable 100GbE connectivity. Aggregation layer for consolidating multiple network segments. Large enterprise networks demanding high-speed interconnects. Carrier networks managing dense 100GbE links. Deployment in rack-dense network environments. This router plays a key role in supporting the backbone of high-speed networks by efficiently managing traffic flow and enabling connectivity across various network segments. It provides the infrastructure necessary for handling significant data throughput consistently.

FAQ's
What is the total switching capacity of the DCS-7280CR2A-60-R? The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R provides a switching capacity of 12Tbps, enabling it to handle large volumes of data traffic efficiently. How many 100GbE ports does this router have? This router includes 60 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet, supporting dense high-speed connectivity for demanding network environments. Where is the DCS-7280CR2A-60-R commonly deployed? It is commonly used in data centers, cloud networks, and enterprise core routing layers requiring high port density and throughput. Who typically uses the Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R? Network architects and IT professionals managing large-scale data center and cloud infrastructure networks typically use this router. What is the primary function of the Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R? The primary function is to route and switch traffic at high speeds across multiple 100GbE ports in dense network environments. Is the DCS-7280CR2A-60-R suitable for rack-dense environments? Yes, it is designed with a compact form factor appropriate for deployment in rack-dense data center setups.