Name: DCS-7280SR2A-48YC6M-F Arista 7280SR2A 48x25GbE 6x100GbE Switch
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7280SR2A-48YC6M-F
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista 7280SR2A-48YC6M-F switch delivers 48 25GbE SFP ports combined with 6 100GbE QSFP28 ports, designed for high-density data center applications. It supports front-to-rear airflow, aligning with common cooling practices in server racks, making it suitable for enterprise and cloud network environments.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Switch Ports	48
Number of Ports	54-Ports
Port Type	25G SFP28, 100G QSFP28, RJ-45, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	25Gbps,100Gbps
UpLink Ports	6
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	3.6 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	7.03 Bpps
DRAM	16 GB
Flash Memory	8 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4096
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP28,QSFP28,RJ-45,USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Performance
Latency	<1 microsecond
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Console (RJ-45),USB Console,Management RJ-45 (OOB),SSH,HTTPS,SNMP
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,Port Security,SSH,TACACS+,RADIUS,MACsec (optional)
Management Type	CLI,SNMP,REST API,CloudVision
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,SNMP,NETCONF,RESTCONF
Routing Protocol	Yes

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

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, CSA
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.3ae,IEEE 802.3ba,IEEE 802.3by,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.3ad,IEEE 802.3x

Product Description
The Arista DCS-7280SR2A-48YC6M-F is a modular network switch designed for high-performance data center environments. It provides 48 ports of 25GbE SFP connectivity and 6 ports of 100GbE QSFP28 for uplink or aggregation purposes. The switch is engineered to meet demanding networking requirements with a focus on scalability and efficient port density. Typically deployed in enterprise, cloud, and service provider networks, this switch supports large-scale data transfer and interconnects with modern server architectures. Its front-to-rear airflow design facilitates optimal cooling within rack environments, aligning with common data center airflow patterns. Key Features 48 ports of 25GbE SFP for high-density access layer connectivity 6 ports of 100GbE QSFP28 enabling aggregation or uplink capabilities Front-to-rear air cooling to match rack airflow requirements Part of the Arista 7280SR2A series optimized for data center workloads Supports standard network protocols suitable for enterprise and cloud deployments This switch plays a crucial role in modern network infrastructure by providing flexible high-speed connectivity options and efficient thermal design. It enables organizations to scale network capacity while maintaining operational airflow standards critical for hardware longevity.

Use Cases
This Arista switch is typically used in data centers and large enterprise networks requiring scalable 25GbE access and 100GbE uplinks. It suits environments that demand optimized airflow management and high port density for server connectivity and aggregation. How It's Used: Connecting 25GbE servers and storage devices in high-density data center racks Aggregating traffic via 100GbE QSFP28 uplinks to core or spine switches Deploying in front-to-rear cooled racks to maintain effective thermal management Supporting scalable cloud infrastructure requiring high-throughput switching Integrating into enterprise networks for segmentation and workload isolation Enabling network architectures based on leaf-spine topology with high port counts In operation, this switch optimizes network design by balancing port density and thermal efficiency, crucial for sustained performance in demanding technical environments. It provides network engineers with a versatile platform for building scalable and manageable infrastructure.

FAQ's
What does front-to-rear airflow mean on this Arista switch? Front-to-rear airflow indicates that air enters from the front and exits through the rear, matching common data center rack cooling designs to maintain optimal hardware temperatures. How many 25GbE and 100GbE ports does the DCS-7280SR2A-48YC6M-F have? This model provides 48 ports of 25GbE SFP and 6 ports of 100GbE QSFP28, enabling high-density connectivity and uplink aggregation. Can this switch be used in cloud data center deployments? Yes, the switch is suitable for cloud environments that require scalable 25GbE server access and 100GbE uplinks, supporting modern data center architectures. What type of network environment is this switch designed for? The switch is designed for enterprise and service provider networks with high port density needs and support for efficient airflow cooling in racks. Does the Arista 7280SR2A support standard network protocols? While specific protocols are not listed, this model is part of Arista’s 7280 series, which typically supports standard Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols suitable for data center networks. Is the airflow direction configurable on this switch? The supplied information specifies front-to-rear airflow; there is no indication that airflow direction is configurable on this model.