Name: DCS-7500R2A-36CQ-LC Arista 7500R2 36-Port 100GbE QSFP100 Line Card
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7500R2A-36CQ-LC
Price: 739.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The Arista 7500R2 Algomatch 36-Port 100GbE QSFP100 Line Card offers 36 high-density QSFP100 ports providing 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity each. It is specifically designed to fit into the Arista 7500R2 series chassis, supporting data center environments that demand significant bandwidth aggregation and network scale.

General Information
Brand	Arista
Part Number	DCS-7500R2A-36CQ-LC

Technical Information
Series	7500R2
product type	Line Card
Product Category	Switch Line Card
Compatibility	Arista 7500R2

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Line Card
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The DCS-7500R2A-36CQ-LC is a line card designed for the Arista 7500R2 series chassis, featuring 36 QSFP100 ports. It provides 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity per port, suitable for aggregating large volumes of network traffic in data center environments. This line card is typically deployed in enterprise and service provider networks requiring high-density, high-bandwidth switching capabilities. Network engineers and IT professionals use it to expand or upgrade switching infrastructure within Arista 7500R2 platforms. Key Features 36 QSFP100 ports delivering 100GbE each Integration with Arista 7500R2 chassis Supports high-density 100 Gigabit Ethernet traffic Designed for scalable data center network environments Optimized for aggregation and core switching layers This line card plays a critical role in providing substantial port density and bandwidth in data center switches. It facilitates the consolidation of high-speed links and supports scalable network architectures without requiring additional chassis upgrades.

Use Cases
This line card is primarily used in large-scale data center networks and service provider environments needing substantial 100GbE port density. It serves network operators aiming to enhance core or aggregation layers within an Arista 7500R2 infrastructure. How It's Used: Aggregating 100GbE links in large data center core switches Expanding port capacity in existing Arista 7500R2 chassis Deploying high-density 100GbE interconnects between data center racks Supporting high-throughput applications requiring scalable network fabrics Integrating into modular switching platforms for flexible network design The line card provides essential connectivity for dense 100 Gigabit Ethernet deployments, enabling efficient data flow and network scalability. It supports organizations in managing growing bandwidth demands within their existing Arista 7500R2 switching platforms.

FAQ's
Which chassis is the DCS-7500R2A-36CQ-LC compatible with? This line card is compatible exclusively with the Arista 7500R2 series chassis designed to accept QSFP100 line cards. What type of ports does the 7500R2A-36CQ-LC provide? It provides 36 QSFP100 ports, each supporting 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for high-density network applications. Can this line card be used for aggregation in data centers? Yes, it is designed for aggregation and core switching layers within data centers that require substantial 100GbE port capacity. Does the line card support any other Ethernet speeds? The product specifies support for 100 Gigabit Ethernet per port via QSFP100 modules; no other speeds are indicated. Is the DCS-7500R2A-36CQ-LC suitable for service provider networks? Yes, it is suitable for service provider environments needing high-density 100GbE switching solutions within the Arista 7500R2 platform. What kind of network environments benefit from this line card? Large-scale data centers and enterprise networks with high bandwidth demands benefit from deploying this 36-port 100GbE line card.

DCS-7500R2A-36CQ-LC Arista 7500R2 36-Port 100GbE QSFP100 Line Card

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