Name: DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F Arista 48x50Gb SFP 6x200Gb QSFP Switch Router
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F combines 48 50Gb SFP ports with 6 200Gb QSFP ports, offering a versatile solution for data center switching and routing. It supports high port density and multi-protocol operation tailored for modern network infrastructures.

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	48-Ports
Port Type	SFP, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	50Gbps,200Gbps
UpLink Ports	6 x 200Gbps QSFP
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	7.2 Tbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	5356.8 Mpps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP56,QSFP56

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45),RJ-45 Management
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,MACsec
Management Type	CLI,Web GUI,API
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP,SSH,Telnet,NETCONF,REST,gNMI

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

Product Description
The Arista DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F is a network switch router designed to provide high-speed data transfer with 48 ports supporting 50Gb SFP and 6 ports supporting 200Gb QSFP. It is typically deployed in data center environments where high bandwidth and low latency are critical. This device is used by network administrators and IT professionals managing enterprise or service provider networks that require scalable and flexible switching and routing capabilities. Key Features 48x 50Gb SFP ports for dense 50 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity 6x 200Gb QSFP ports for high-capacity uplinks or inter-switch links Combined switching and routing functionality Designed to fit into standard data center rack environments Produced by Arista, a recognized manufacturer in networking hardware This switch router serves as a core or aggregation layer device, facilitating high throughput and multiple network protocol handling. Its port configuration suits environments needing a mix of high-speed client access and aggregation uplinks.

Use Cases
The Arista DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F is typically utilized in enterprise and cloud data centers where extensive 50Gb connectivity is required. It fits well within environments demanding scalable uplink capacity and integrated routing capabilities. How It's Used: As a top-of-rack switch aggregating servers with 50Gb links For interconnecting data center switches using 200Gb QSFP uplinks In enterprise networks requiring both switching and routing functions Within service provider environments for high-throughput edge routing To support large virtualized network deployments needing dense port availability This device plays a key role in managing network traffic flows by combining switching density with routing flexibility, facilitating efficient data center network topologies.

FAQ's
What types of ports does the DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F provide? It features 48 ports of 50Gb SFP and 6 ports of 200Gb QSFP to accommodate various network connectivity needs. Can this device function as both a switch and router? Yes, the DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F offers integrated switching and routing capabilities suitable for data center use. What environments is this Arista switch router designed for? It is designed primarily for data center deployments requiring high-density 50Gb Ethernet connectivity and 200Gb uplinks. How many high-speed uplink ports does this model have? It includes 6 QSFP ports that support 200Gb for uplink or stacking purposes. Is the DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F suitable for virtualization deployments? Its port density and routing features make it appropriate for large virtualized network environments. Who manufactures the DCS-7280SR3AM-48YC8-F? This switch router is manufactured by Arista, a company specializing in networking hardware.