Name: JQ176A HP Arista 7280SR2-48YC6 48 SFP28 25G + 6 QSFP28 100G Layer 3 Switch
Brand: Arista
SKU: JQ176A
Price: 25392.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Arista 7280SR2-48YC6 is a versatile Layer 3 managed switch featuring 48 SFP28 ports at 25GBase-X speed alongside 6 QSFP28 ports capable of 100G. It fits into standard rack environments and caters to networks needing both high port density and flexible routing options.

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	25G SFP28, 100G QSFP28, USB Console, Serial Console (RJ-45)
Port Speed	25G SFP28,100G QSFP28
UpLink Ports	6
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP28,QSFP28,RJ-45 (Console),USB Console

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM-SM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	CLI (SSH),Console (RJ-45),USB Console,SNMP,Web UI,REST API,NETCONF
Security Features	ACLs,802.1X,RADIUS,TACACS+,SSH,MACsec (optional)
Management Type	In-band and Out-of-band
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,SNMP,REST API,NETCONF,Telnet

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-back hot-swappable fans (3)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.72 x 17.44 x 21.77 in
Weight	3.00
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1D,IEEE 802.1w,IEEE 802.1s,IEEE 802.1AB

Product Description
The HP Arista 7280SR2-48YC6 is a high-performance network switch built for demanding environments requiring scalable and flexible connectivity. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise networks where efficient traffic management and high bandwidth are essential. Network engineers and IT professionals often choose this switch for its Layer 3 capabilities and versatile port configuration, which supports a mix of 25G and 100G connections. This ensures smooth integration into modern network architectures that balance speed and reliability. Key Features Delivers 48 ports with 25GBase-X SFP28 interfaces for dense server or storage connectivity Includes 6 QSFP28 ports capable of 100G, facilitating high-speed uplinks or network stacking Supports advanced Layer 3 routing protocols for flexible network segmentation Optimized for 1U rack space, maximizing data center hardware density Offers comprehensive management features to simplify network operations and troubleshooting This switch plays a crucial role in networks demanding sustained throughput and efficient packet forwarding. Its robust design ensures reliable operation under heavy network loads. With its balanced mix of high-speed ports and Layer 3 functionality, the HP Arista 7280SR2-48YC6 delivers dependable performance to maintain smooth network operations over time.

Use Cases
This switch is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise cores where traffic demands require a combination of high-speed connectivity and advanced routing. IT teams leveraging virtualization and storage clusters often rely on this hardware to maintain efficient network flows. How It's Used: Connecting high-density server racks requiring 25G links for compute and storage access Providing 100G uplinks between network aggregation layers in enterprise or cloud data centers Supporting Layer 3 routing in modular network designs to segment and control traffic Integrating into storage area networks needing low-latency and high-bandwidth fabrics Stacking multiple switches for scalable network expansion in large-scale deployments By supporting both 25G and 100G interfaces along with managed routing features, this switch enables IT infrastructures to scale efficiently while sustaining network performance and operational stability.