Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F 7010TX-48 48x 10/100/1000 RJ45 4 x 25G SFP

Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F 7010TX-48 48x 10/100/1000 RJ45 4 x 25G SFP

Overview

The Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F is part of Arista's 7010T Series of fixed-configuration data center switches. These switches are designed for top-of-rack (ToR) and edge networking environments, offering low power consumption, compact form factor, and a combination of Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) and 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) connectivity options. The DCS-7010TX-48-F is an ideal solution for small to medium-sized data centers and enterprise deployments requiring high-performance network connectivity and efficiency.

The Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F is a high-density, low-latency, energy-efficient switch that provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 10GbE uplink ports, making it ideal for top-of-rack deployments in data centers or enterprise environments. It offers robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, advanced QoS, and comprehensive security, making it a great choice for scalable, high-performance networks.

Specifications

• Model: Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F
• Series: Arista 7010T Series
• Type: Fixed-configuration, low-latency, data center switch
• Form Factor: 1 RU (Rack Unit)
• Airflow: Front-to-back airflow (-F in the model number denotes front-to-back airflow).
• 2. Interfaces and Ports
• 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps (1GbE) RJ45 copper ports:
• Each port supports standard Gigabit Ethernet for server and device connectivity.
• 4 x 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports:
• These 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports provide high-speed uplinks to aggregation or core layers.
• Each SFP+ port supports a variety of SFP+ transceivers for fiber optic or DAC (Direct Attach Copper) cables.
• 3. Performance
• Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps (Gigabits per second).
• Forwarding Rate: 132 Mpps (million packets per second).
• Latency: Ultra-low latency, typically sub-microsecond, suitable for applications requiring real-time performance.
• Packet Buffer: 4 MB shared packet buffer across all ports.
• MAC Address Table: Supports up to 16,000 MAC addresses.
• 4. Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features
• Layer 2 Features:
• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN support with up to 4,000 VLANs.
• Spanning Tree Protocols: STP, RSTP, and MSTP for network loop prevention.
• Link Aggregation: Supports IEEE 802.3ad LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol) for bundling multiple physical links into one logical link.
• Jumbo Frames: Supports jumbo frames with a maximum frame size of up to 9,216 bytes.
• Layer 3 Features:
• IPv4 and IPv6 Routing: Supports both IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols.
• Dynamic Routing Protocols: OSPF, BGP, RIP, and IS-IS.
• Multicast Routing: PIM-SM, PIM-DM, PIM-SSM, and IGMP for efficient multicast routing.
• VRF-lite: Virtual Routing and Forwarding for network segmentation.
• 5. Quality of Service (QoS)
• Traffic Prioritization: Supports IEEE 802.1p class of service (CoS) with 8 priority queues per port.
• Traffic Shaping and Policing: Allows granular control of traffic bandwidth allocation.
• Congestion Management: Advanced scheduling algorithms such as Strict Priority (SP) and Weighted Round Robin (WRR).
• 6. Security Features
• Access Control Lists (ACLs): Standard and extended ACLs for Layer 2, Layer 3, and Layer 4 traffic filtering.
• Port Security: Controls access by limiting the number of MAC addresses per port.
• DHCP Snooping: Protects against rogue DHCP servers.
• Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI): Prevents ARP spoofing attacks.
• IP Source Guard: Prevents IP address spoofing by filtering untrusted IP addresses.
• 7. Network Management and Monitoring
• Command Line Interface (CLI): Full-featured CLI for advanced management and configuration.
• Web-based GUI: Provides a user-friendly interface for monitoring and management.
• SNMP: Supports SNMP v1, v2c, and v3 for remote management.
• sFlow: Supports sFlow for real-time traffic monitoring and analysis.
• Syslog: Logs critical system events for network diagnostics.
• Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP): Simplifies deployment and management in large-scale environments by automating device setup.
• 8. Power and Cooling
• Power Supplies:
• Dual hot-swappable power supplies for redundancy.
• Available in both AC and DC power supply options (model-specific).
• Typical power consumption: 90W under typical load conditions.
• Cooling:
• Front-to-back airflow, ideal for data centers with hot aisle/cold aisle configurations.
• Hot-swappable, redundant fan trays ensure efficient cooling and minimize downtime during maintenance.
• 9. Environmental Specifications
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F).
• Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing.
• Acoustic Noise: Less than 50 dBA at typical operating temperatures.
• 10. Reliability and Redundancy
• Redundant Power Supplies: Supports dual, hot-swappable power supplies for high availability.
• Hot-Swappable Fans: The fan trays are hot-swappable, allowing for replacements or maintenance without disrupting operations.
• In-Service Software Upgrades (ISSU): Allows software updates without interrupting network traffic, ensuring continuous availability.
• 11. Compliance and Certifications
• RoHS: Compliant with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive.
• Safety Certifications: UL, CSA, CE, and other global safety certifications.
• EMC Compliance: Meets international standards for electromagnetic emissions and susceptibility, including FCC Part 15 (Class A), CE, and EN certifications.
• 12. Use Cases
• Data Center Top-of-Rack (ToR) Switch: Ideal for providing Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for servers with 10GbE uplinks to aggregation or core switches.
• Enterprise Edge/Access Layer: Suitable for enterprise networks requiring high-density 1GbE connectivity at the edge or access layer, with 10GbE uplinks for connecting to core or aggregation layers.
• Small to Medium Data Centers: Perfect for environments that need cost-effective, low-power, and compact networking solutions with high performance.

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