Name: DCS-7500R3K-36CQ-LC Arista 36-Port 100GbE QSFP100 Line Card
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7500R3K-36CQ-LC
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The DCS-7500R3K-36CQ-LC is an Arista line card that provides 36 QSFP100 ports delivering 100GbE connectivity at wire speed. Designed for the Arista 7500R3K chassis, it offers high port density suitable for data center environments requiring robust, scalable network switching.

General Information
Brand	Arista

Technical Information
Series	7500R3
product type	36x100GbE QSFP100 Wire-Speed Line Card
Product Category	Switch Line Card
Compatibility	Arista 7500R3 chassis

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Line Card
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The Arista DCS-7500R3K-36CQ-LC is a line card designed to provide 36 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100GbE) connectivity using QSFP100 interfaces. It is intended for use in the Arista 7500R3K series chassis, delivering high-density, wire-speed switching capabilities suitable for demanding data center environments. This line card is typically deployed by network engineers and IT professionals managing large-scale enterprise or cloud data centers requiring scalable, high-throughput network infrastructure. Key Features 36 QSFP100 ports supporting 100GbE speeds Wire-speed forwarding for all ports Designed specifically for Arista 7500R3K chassis High port density for efficient space utilization Optimized for data center switching applications By integrating this line card into a suitable chassis, organizations can enhance their network backbone with substantial throughput while maintaining scalability. It supports the infrastructure demands of modern data centers where large volumes of traffic require consistent, high-speed switching.

Use Cases
This Arista line card is typically used in large data centers and cloud environments where high throughput and port density are critical. It suits network operators managing extensive Ethernet fabrics requiring 100GbE connectivity. How It's Used: Expanding port capacity in Arista 7500R3K chassis for data center uplinks Providing 100GbE connectivity for aggregation and core layer switching Supporting high-bandwidth compute clusters in enterprise environments Deploying in environments with demanding network traffic and low-latency requirements Enabling scalable network growth while optimizing rack space Overall, the line card serves as a critical component for scaling network bandwidth and port density in high-performance data centers. Its integration supports complex network topologies that require consistent 100GbE performance.

FAQ's
What chassis is the DCS-7500R3K-36CQ-LC compatible with? This line card is designed exclusively for use with the Arista 7500R3K chassis, ensuring proper fit and functionality within that platform. What type of ports does this line card provide? It provides 36 QSFP100 ports, each supporting 100 Gigabit Ethernet connections for high-speed data transmission. Does the card support wire-speed forwarding on all ports? Yes, the DCS-7500R3K-36CQ-LC supports wire-speed forwarding for all 36 ports, facilitating efficient data handling. Is this line card suitable for data center environments? Yes, it is specifically designed for high-density and high-throughput data center switching applications. Can the QSFP100 ports be converted to other speeds? The ports are QSFP100 interfaces supporting 100GbE; any speed conversion depends on transceiver compatibility, which is not specified here. What is the primary use case for this Arista line card? Its primary use is to expand 100GbE port capacity in the Arista 7500R3K chassis within enterprise and cloud data centers.

DCS-7500R3K-36CQ-LC Arista 36-Port 100GbE QSFP100 Line Card

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