Name: DCS-7280DR3A-36-F Arista 7280R3A 36-Port 400GbE QSFP-DD Switch Router
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7280DR3A-36-F
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista 7280DR3A-36-F switch router provides 36 ports of 400GbE QSFP-DD interfaces, supporting advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing functions. It is engineered for deployment in high-density data center and enterprise networks where scalable bandwidth and routing capabilities are essential.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	Yes
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	400GbE
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	28.8 Tbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	QSFP / QSFP+

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),RJ-45
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,MACsec,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard,Storm Control,Port Security
Management Type	CLI,SNMP,REST API (eAPI),Web UI
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,HTTP,Telnet,SNMP,NETCONF,REST
Routing Protocol	Static,BGP,OSPF,IS-IS,VRRP

Power & Cooling
Fans	Redundant hot-swappable fans

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 7280DR3A-36-F is a high-density switch router offering 36 ports of 400GbE QSFP-DD connectivity. It is designed to meet the needs of data centers and enterprise networks requiring substantial bandwidth aggregation and routing capabilities. This platform is typically deployed in environments demanding scalable and flexible network architectures. Network engineers and IT professionals use this solution to handle demanding workloads with complex traffic patterns. Key Features 36 QSFP-DD ports supporting 400GbE speeds for dense high-throughput connectivity Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing protocols support for versatile network deployment Compact chassis design optimized for space-constrained data center racks Designed by Arista for integration into existing 400GbE infrastructures Robust switching architecture tailored for large-scale enterprise and service provider networks This switch router plays a critical role in network aggregation and routing layers, enabling organizations to scale bandwidth and maintain operational efficiency. It supports diverse networking needs where high port density and speed are necessary.

Use Cases
The Arista 7280DR3A-36-F is commonly used in data center core and aggregation layers, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications and large-scale enterprise networks. It suits environments that require high-speed interconnects and flexible routing. How It's Used: Data center aggregation to consolidate multiple 400GbE links Core routing in enterprise networks handling complex traffic flows Interconnection for high-performance computing clusters Service provider edge deployments requiring dense 400GbE connectivity Network infrastructure supporting large-scale virtualization and cloud services This switch router helps maintain network performance by providing high-density 400GbE ports and routing capabilities. Its design supports operational scalability and integration into existing network topologies.

FAQ's
What type of ports does the DCS-7280DR3A-36-F have? This model includes 36 QSFP-DD ports supporting 400GbE speeds, suitable for high-density connectivity in data centers. Which network layers does this Arista switch support? It supports advanced Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing protocols for versatile network deployments. Is the 7280DR3A-36-F designed for enterprise or service provider use? The switch router is designed to meet the requirements of both large-scale enterprise and service provider networks. Can this switch be used in space-constrained racks? Yes, the compact chassis design is optimized for deployment in racks with limited space. Does this product support 400GbE infrastructure integration? It is engineered specifically for integration into 400GbE network environments using QSFP-DD interfaces. Who typically deploys the Arista 7280DR3A-36-F? Network engineers and IT professionals deploying high-capacity data center or enterprise networks typically use this switch router.