Name: DCS-7280CR2K-30-F Arista 30x 100GB QSFP28 Front-To-Back Airflow Switch
Brand: Arista Networks
SKU: DCS-7280CR2K-30-F
Price: 8399.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The DCS-7280CR2K-30-F Arista switch features a high-density 30-port 100GB QSFP28 configuration with front-to-back airflow optimized for rack cooling. It supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols and runs on Arista's EOS software platform for programmability and automation, tailored for scalable, high-performance data center networks.

General Information
Brand	Arista Networks
Part Number	DCS-7280CR2K-30-F
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Switch Ports	30 x 100G QSFP28
Port Type	100G QSFP28
Port Speed	100Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	6 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Console (RJ-45), USB, Ethernet (management)
Security Features	SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.1X, ACLs
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,HTTPS,NETCONF,gNMI,eAPI

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The DCS-7280CR2K-30-F Arista 30x 100GB QSFP28 Front-To-Back Airflow Switch is designed for high-density, high-throughput network environments. It delivers 30 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, making it ideal for data centers requiring scalable and efficient network infrastructure. Typically deployed in large-scale data centers and cloud service provider environments, this switch supports intensive networking workloads and advanced protocols. Its front-to-back airflow optimizes cooling within rack deployments, ensuring reliable operation in dense configurations. This switch benefits network architects, data center operators, and cloud engineers who demand high bandwidth, low latency, and energy-efficient performance in their network infrastructure. Key Features 30 QSFP28 ports supporting 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity Front-to-back airflow for optimized thermal management in data center racks Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities with Arista EOS software High scalability and programmable architecture for automation and network agility Robust hardware design supporting continuous high-performance operations The DCS-7280CR2K-30-F switch integrates seamlessly into modern data center networks, providing the scalability and performance needed for next-generation cloud and enterprise applications. Its efficient cooling design and advanced features make it a reliable choice for demanding network environments.

Use Cases
The DCS-7280CR2K-30-F switch is engineered to support demanding networking scenarios where high throughput and efficient cooling are critical. How It's Used: Aggregation and spine layer switching in large-scale data centers High-performance cloud infrastructure networking Carrier-grade network environments requiring scalable bandwidth Enterprise core switching with demanding traffic loads Network virtualization and programmable network deployments Its design and capabilities allow network teams to build agile, high-capacity networks while maintaining operational efficiency and thermal management.