Name: DCS-7280SR3AK-48YC8-R Arista 48x50Gb SFP 6x200Gb QSFP Switch Router
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7280SR3AK-48YC8-R
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista DCS-7280SR3AK-48YC8-R switch router provides 48 ports of 50Gb SFP connectivity alongside 6 ports of 200Gb QSFP, combining switching and routing capabilities in a form factor suited to data center environments. It supports high-density connectivity and scalable network architecture deployment.

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 50Gb SFP56 (downlink), 6 x 200Gb QSFP56 (uplink)
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	25G SFP28, 100G QSFP28, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	50Gb,200Gb
UpLink Ports	6 x 200Gb QSFP56
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	7.2 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	14.06 Bpps
DRAM	32 GB
Flash Memory	8 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP56 (SFP28 compatible), QSFP56

Performance
Latency	<1 µs (typical)
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	128K

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR)
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45), Management Ethernet (OOB), 1G/10G management ports
Security Features	802.1X, ACLs, MAC ACL, SSH, HTTPS, RADIUS, TACACS+, IP Source Guard, Storm Control
Management Type	CLI, Web UI, SNMP, REST API, NETCONF, Arista CloudVision compatible
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, HTTPS, SNMP, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Telnet (optional)

Power & Cooling
Fans	Redundant hot-swappable variable-speed fans
Power	Dual hot-swappable AC PSUs, 100-240V
Power Supply	Dual 750W AC hot-swappable (typical)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.72 x 17.5 x 26.0 inches
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

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

Product Description
The Arista DCS-7280SR3AK-48YC8-R is a network switch and router designed to provide high-throughput connectivity with a combination of 48 50Gb SFP ports and 6 200Gb QSFP ports. This device is typically deployed in data centers where scalable, high-bandwidth switching and routing are required. Network engineers and IT professionals use this switch router to support demanding environments involving large-scale data transport and aggregation. Key Features 48 ports capable of 50Gb SFP connections for flexible network interface options 6 ports offering 200Gb QSFP for uplink or high-speed aggregation Integrated switching and routing functionalities for versatile deployment Optimized for data center network architectures requiring dense port configurations Supports a combination of high-density 50Gb and high-speed 200Gb ports This switch router plays a critical role in handling large data flows and maintaining network efficiency in data centers. Its port density and speed options allow it to fit into various top-of-rack or leaf-spine network designs without requiring additional assumptions on compatibility or features.

Use Cases
The Arista DCS-7280SR3AK-48YC8-R is commonly used in data center networks that require a balance of port density and high bandwidth. It suits environments where a mix of 50Gb and 200Gb links are needed for aggregation, uplinks, or server connectivity. How It's Used: Top-of-rack switch deployment connecting servers with 50Gb SFP interfaces Aggregation switch roles utilizing 200Gb QSFP ports for uplinks Leaf layer in a leaf-spine architecture supporting mixed link speeds High-density environments requiring both routing and switching capabilities Data centers implementing scalable and flexible network segmentation In these scenarios, the device facilitates efficient data flow and network segmentation, enabling IT teams to manage bandwidth and connectivity requirements according to data center demands without introducing unsupported operational assumptions.

FAQ's
What port types does the DCS-7280SR3AK-48YC8-R include? This model includes 48 ports supporting 50Gb SFP and 6 ports supporting 200Gb QSFP, allowing versatile connectivity options within data center networks. Can this switch be used for both switching and routing? Yes, the DCS-7280SR3AK-48YC8-R integrates both switching and routing capabilities suitable for complex network environments. Is the device designed for data center deployment? It is designed specifically for high-density, high-bandwidth data center applications, supporting typical data center architectures. What environments benefit from using mixed 50Gb and 200Gb ports? Environments requiring scalable aggregation, uplink capabilities, and server connectivity in a single unit benefit from this mixed port configuration. Does the switch support top-of-rack configurations? Yes, the port density and speed combinations make it suitable for top-of-rack deployment in data center racks. Are there specific network architectures recommended for this model? The switch fits well within leaf-spine and scalable network designs common in data centers, although specific implementation depends on network requirements.