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

Product Overview
The Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-R is a switch router offering 24 QSFP ports and 12 QSFP-DD ports, designed to support high-density network connectivity with integrated routing capabilities. It fits well in data center and enterprise networking environments requiring scalable and versatile switch-router solutions.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, 100G QSFP28, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	40Gbps,100Gbps,200Gbps,400Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094 (up to 4094 VLANs)
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP,QSFP-DD

Performance
Latency	Sub-microsecond (platform dependent)
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Management Ethernet (OOB),SNMP,eAPI/REST,CloudVision
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,TACACS+,RADIUS,SSH,MACsec (optional)
Management Type	EOS CLI,eAPI (REST),CloudVision
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,Telnet,SNMP,NETCONF,REST/eAPI
Routing Protocol	BGP,OSPF,IS-IS,Static

Power & Cooling
Fans	Hot-swappable redundant fans (front-to-back airflow)
Power	Dual hot-swappable redundant power supply modules (AC or DC options)

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

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

Product Description
The Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-R is a switch router designed to deliver dense connectivity with both QSFP and QSFP-DD ports. It is typically deployed in data center and enterprise networks where high port density and flexible routing capabilities are required. This product is ideal for network engineers and IT professionals managing complex network infrastructures that demand scalable and efficient switching and routing solutions. Key Features 24 QSFP ports for high-speed 40GbE connectivity 12 QSFP-DD ports supporting up to 100GbE per port Integrated switch and router functionality for versatile network deployment Arista's design optimized for large-scale network environments Supports mixed port configurations to adapt to diverse networking needs The DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-R plays a vital role in providing scalable network capacity and flexibility in data centers. Its combination of QSFP and QSFP-DD ports allows network administrators to tailor connections for various workloads and traffic patterns.

Use Cases
The Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-R is typically used in data centers and large enterprise networks where high port density and flexible switching and routing capabilities are essential. It supports environments handling intensive data traffic and diverse connectivity requirements. How It's Used: Aggregating server connections in high-density data center racks Providing 40GbE and 100GbE uplinks within enterprise network cores Integrating mixed-speed interfaces to connect legacy and modern equipment Enabling scalable routing between different network segments Supporting network functions that require both switching and routing in a single device This switch router serves an operational role by offering flexible port configurations and routing features that adapt to evolving network architectures, facilitating efficient data flow and connectivity management.

FAQ's
What does QSFP-DD stand for in this model? QSFP-DD stands for Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable Double Density, indicating ports that support 100GbE connectivity with double the lanes of a standard QSFP port. How many QSFP and QSFP-DD ports are included? The device features 24 QSFP ports and 12 QSFP-DD ports, supporting a mix of 40GbE and 100GbE connections respectively. Is this switch router suitable for enterprise networks? Yes, the Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-24D12-S-R is designed for use in data center and enterprise environments requiring scalable switching and routing. Does this model support both switching and routing functions? Yes, it integrates both switching and routing capabilities to provide flexible network deployment options. Can this switch handle mixed port configurations? Yes, it supports mixed port configurations with both QSFP and QSFP-DD ports to accommodate various network needs. What environments typically deploy this Arista switch router? It is typically deployed in data centers and large enterprise networks where high-density and high-speed connectivity is required.