Name: DCS-7280CR3AK-32S-R Arista 32x100GbE 2x400GbE QSFP Switch Router
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7280CR3AK-32S-R
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-32S-R is a data center switch router featuring 32 QSFP 100GbE ports and 2 QSFP 400GbE ports. It integrates high-density Ethernet connectivity with routing capabilities, suitable for environments demanding scalable bandwidth and versatile network configurations.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	32 x 100GbE
Number of Ports	32-Ports
Port Type	100G QSFP28, QSFP / QSFP+, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	100Gbps,400Gbps
UpLink Ports	2x 400GbE QSFP-DD
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	4000 Gbps (4 Tbps)
Switch Forwarding Rate	7812500000 pps (approx. 7,812.5 Mpps)
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP28,QSFP-DD

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	CLI,SSH,Web UI,Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console,SNMP,REST API,gNMI,NETCONF,CloudVision
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,MAC ACLs,Storm Control
Management Type	In-Band and Out-of-Band
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,SNMP,REST,gNMI,NETCONF

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

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

Product Description
The Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-32S-R is a network switch router equipped with 32 100GbE QSFP ports and 2 400GbE QSFP ports. It provides high-capacity Ethernet connectivity suitable for modern data center environments requiring both switching and routing capabilities. This device is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise networks where high throughput and port density are essential. Network engineers and IT professionals use it to manage large data flows and complex network topologies. Key Features 32 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP for dense 100GbE connectivity. 2 ports of 400 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP for uplink or high-bandwidth aggregation. Designed to support advanced routing and switching functions. Supports QSFP modules enabling flexible optical or copper connectivity. Suitable for high-density network environments requiring scalable bandwidth. This switch router plays a critical role in enabling scalable and high-speed data transmission within enterprise and cloud data centers. Its combination of multiple 100GbE and 400GbE ports allows for adaptable network architectures and efficient traffic management.

Use Cases
The Arista DCS-7280CR3AK-32S-R is typically used in data center and enterprise network environments where high-bandwidth and low-latency switching combined with routing are required. It supports network operators managing large volumes of data traffic and complex topologies. How It's Used: High-density 100GbE server connectivity in data center leaf or spine layers. Aggregation of multiple 100GbE links into 400GbE uplinks for core network distribution. Deployment in cloud data centers to support large-scale virtualized workloads. Routing and switching in enterprise network cores requiring mixed port speeds. Integration into scalable network fabrics to handle increasing traffic demands. This switch router serves as a backbone component in modern network infrastructures, providing flexible port configurations and robust Ethernet speeds to support evolving data center traffic patterns.

FAQ's
What port types does the DCS-7280CR3AK-32S-R support? It supports 32 QSFP 100GbE ports and 2 QSFP 400GbE ports, allowing for both 100GbE and 400GbE connections. Can this switch handle both switching and routing? Yes, the device integrates both switching and routing functions suitable for complex network environments. What environments is this switch designed for? This switch is designed for data center and enterprise networks requiring high-density, high-bandwidth connectivity. Does it support QSFP modules for connectivity? Yes, the switch uses QSFP ports which support various optical or copper QSFP modules. How many 400GbE ports are available on the switch? The switch includes 2 QSFP ports capable of 400 Gigabit Ethernet connections. Who typically uses the DCS-7280CR3AK-32S-R? Network engineers and IT professionals in data centers and enterprises use this switch to manage high-volume data traffic and network routing.