Name: DCS-7280SR3A-48YC8-F Arista 48x50GbE SFP 6x200Gb QSFP Switch Router
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7280SR3A-48YC8-F
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The DCS-7280SR3A-48YC8-F from Arista is a switch router designed to provide 48 ports of 50GbE SFP and 6 ports of 200GbE QSFP connectivity, aimed at data center networking. It supports multi-rate interfaces and is suitable for aggregation and core network deployments.

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 x 50GbE SFP56,6 x 200GbE QSFP56
Number of Ports	54-Ports
Port Type	USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	50Gbps,200Gbps
UpLink Ports	6 x 200GbE (QSFP56)
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	7.2 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	14.06 Bpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	Optional
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP56,QSFP56,USB Console,RJ-45

Performance
Latency	<2 microseconds (typical, low-latency architecture)
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (SSH),eAPI (REST),SNMP,Console (RJ-45),USB
Security Features	802.1X,ACLs,MAC limiting,DHCP Snooping,IP Source Guard,RADIUS/TACACS+
Management Type	CLI (SSH),RESTful API (eAPI),SNMP
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,HTTPS,SNMP,v2/v3,REST (eAPI)

Power & Cooling
Fans	Yes (variable-speed, field-replaceable)

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-7280SR3A-48YC8-F is a high-density switch router that provides versatile 50GbE and 200GbE connectivity options. It is commonly used in data center environments where scalable and flexible network performance is required. Network engineers and IT professionals typically deploy this device to support demanding enterprise and cloud-scale workloads. This model features 48 SFP ports running at 50GbE speeds and 6 QSFP ports capable of 200GbE throughput, enabling aggregation and core switching roles. The design allows integration into existing infrastructures requiring multi-rate and multi-protocol support. Key Features 48 x 50GbE SFP ports for high-density access 6 x 200GbE QSFP uplink ports Supports advanced routing and switching capabilities Suitable for data center and cloud networking environments Flexible port configuration for diverse network topologies This product serves as a critical component in modern network architectures, facilitating high capacity and scalable connectivity. It supports a range of traffic loads and network designs without service disruptions.

Use Cases
This switch router is typically used in large-scale data center environments and cloud infrastructure where high port density and mixed-speed connectivity are needed. It supports network designs requiring scalable bandwidth and robust routing capabilities. How It's Used: Aggregation layer switching in data centers requiring 50GbE and 200GbE ports Core network deployment for enterprise and cloud service providers High-density access switch for server farms with mixed traffic types Integration into multi-tier network architectures demanding flexible port speeds Supporting workloads with varying bandwidth demands through multi-rate interfaces By enabling diverse connectivity options and high port counts, this switch router helps maintain efficient data flows and network scalability in complex IT environments.

FAQ's
What ports does the DCS-7280SR3A-48YC8-F provide? It offers 48 ports of 50GbE SFP and 6 ports of 200GbE QSFP connectivity for flexible data center network configurations. Can this switch be used in cloud data centers? Yes, it is designed for data center and cloud environments where high-density and multi-rate port configurations are required. What type of network roles does this switch support? The device supports aggregation and core switching roles with advanced routing and switching features suitable for enterprise and service provider networks. Is the DCS-7280SR3A-48YC8-F compatible with existing 50GbE infrastructure? It supports standard 50GbE SFP ports, making it compatible with systems using this interface type within supported network setups. Does this model support mixed-speed port configurations? Yes, it combines 50GbE SFP ports with 200GbE QSFP ports, allowing mixed-speed connectivity for diverse network topologies. What type of users typically deploy this switch? Network engineers and IT professionals managing data center and cloud infrastructure benefit from deploying this switch router due to its port density and flexibility.