Name: DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-F Arista 24 QSFP 12 QSFP-DD Switch Router
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-F
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-F switch router integrates 24 QSFP ports alongside 12 QSFP-DD ports, delivering a combination of interface options for network routing and switching. It is designed to support multiple network speeds and offers high-density connectivity suitable for data center infrastructure.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	25G SFP28, 40G QSFP+, 100G QSFP28, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	1G,10G,25G,40G,100G,200G,400G
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	7.2 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28,QSFP-DD,25G SFP28 (via breakouts),USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Latency	< 1 µs (typical, port and packet-size dependent)
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Out-of-band 1G management (Ethernet), Serial Console (RJ-45), USB Console
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X, RADIUS/TACACS+, DHCP Snooping, IP Source Guard, Dynamic ARP Inspection, Control Plane Protection (CoPP), MACsec (platform/port dependent)
Management Type	CLI (EOS), SNMP, eAPI/REST, gNMI, CloudVision compatibility
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,SNMP,NETCONF,RESTCONF,gNMI,eAPI

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-back redundant, hot-swappable fans
Power	AC (redundant, hot-swappable power supplies), system power consumption dependent on configuration
Power Supply	Dual hot-swappable AC power supplies (redundant)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.73 x 17.5 x 19.0 in (H x W x D)
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-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-F is a switch router equipped with a combination of 24 QSFP ports and 12 QSFP-DD ports. It is engineered to provide flexible high-density connectivity in modern network infrastructures. This device is typically deployed in data center environments where there is a need for a mix of port types to support diverse network speeds and protocols. Network engineers and IT professionals use it to manage and route traffic efficiently across complex network topologies. Key Features 24 QSFP ports accommodate 40GbE or 100GbE network links 12 QSFP-DD ports offer higher density and support for 200GbE or 400GbE connections Compact form factor optimized for data center racks Integrated routing and switching capabilities Designed to support mixed network environments requiring multiple connection types The switch router facilitates versatile network deployment options by combining QSFP and QSFP-DD ports, enabling organizations to adapt to varying bandwidth requirements. It plays a critical role in data center networks by providing both high port count and flexible connectivity options.

Use Cases
This device is commonly utilized in data centers requiring flexible port configurations to handle diverse communication speeds and protocols. It benefits network administrators managing complex routing environments with high bandwidth demands. How It's Used: Connecting high-speed 40GbE or 100GbE links through QSFP ports in data center racks Supporting 200GbE or 400GbE uplinks or interconnects with QSFP-DD ports Serving as an aggregation layer switch in large-scale network topologies Facilitating network segmentation and routing within enterprise or cloud provider environments Integrating mixed port types to transition between different Ethernet standards The Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-F enables network designs that require both scalability and flexibility in port configurations. It functions as a versatile component in environments that need to balance performance with varied connectivity options.

FAQ's
What types of ports does the DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-F have? This model includes 24 QSFP ports and 12 QSFP-DD ports, supporting various Ethernet speeds and form factors for flexible network connectivity. Can this switch router support 400GbE connections? Yes, the 12 QSFP-DD ports are designed to support higher-speed connections including 200GbE and 400GbE standards. Is the DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-F suitable for data center deployment? It is intended for data center environments, offering high-density ports and mixed interface types to handle diverse network demands. What network applications is this product designed for? This switch router is designed to provide routing and switching in aggregation, core, or spine layers within data centers and enterprise networks. Does the product support mixed QSFP and QSFP-DD configurations? Yes, it combines both QSFP and QSFP-DD ports, allowing flexible deployment across different Ethernet speeds and connection types. Who typically uses the Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-F? Network engineers and IT teams managing complex data center networks use this product to provide versatile routing and high-density interconnectivity.