DCS-7060CX-32S-R Arista 100GbE QSFP 2x SFP+ 32 Ports Rack Mountable Switch

Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R 32 Ports Ethernet Switch

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R is a high-performance 1U rack-mount network switch engineered for modern enterprise infrastructures, hyperscale data centers, cloud networking environments, and high-density virtualization platforms. Built with advanced Layer 3 switching functionality, this compact networking appliance delivers exceptional throughput, ultra-low latency, and scalable Ethernet connectivity for mission-critical deployments.

Main Specifications

• Manufacturer: Arista 
• Part Number: DCS-7060CX-32S-R
• Product Type: 32 Ports Managed Switch

Technical Highlights

• 32 x 100 Gigabit QSFP+ network ports
• 2 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink interfaces
• 1 x 1000BASE-T RJ-45 management port
• 1 x RS-232 RJ-45 console management interface
• 1 x USB Type-A port

Supported Routing Protocols

• OSPF and OSPFv3 dynamic routing
• BGP and Multiprotocol BGP support
• RIP-2 routing functionality
• IS-IS network protocol compatibility
• PIM-SM and PIM-SSM multicast routing
• VRRP high-availability support
• IGMPv2 and IGMPv3 multicast management
• Equal-Cost Multi-Path (ECMP)
• Policy-Based Routing (PBR)

Network Scalability Specifications

• Supports up to 4096 virtual interfaces and VLANs
• Handles approximately 136,000 IGMP groups
• Up to 8,000 ACL entries for granular traffic filtering
• 136K MAC address table capacity
• Efficient forwarding for high-density virtual networks

Designed for Spine-Leaf Architectures

• Efficient workload distribution
• Reduced bottlenecks in virtual environments
• Enhanced application responsiveness
• Reliable high-speed interconnectivity
• Scalable infrastructure expansion

1U Rack-Mount Form Factor

• Compact rack deployment
• Improved airflow efficiency
• Reduced cooling overhead
• High port density per rack unit
• Optimized cable organization

Power Supply Features

• Dual internal hot-plug power supplies
• Supports AC 120/230V input
• Compatible with 50/60 Hz power environments
• Redundant power architecture
• Enhanced operational reliability

Access Control 

• Support for extensive ACL entries
• Granular packet filtering capabilities
• Traffic segmentation support
• Enhanced network policy enforcement
• Improved security management

Recommended Use Cases

• Enterprise core networking
• High-density data centers
• Cloud computing platforms
• Virtualized server infrastructures
• Spine-leaf network topologies
• High-performance computing environments
• Storage area networking
• Large-scale campus deployments

Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R High-Density 100GbE Switch

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R is engineered to deliver ultra-low latency, high-throughput Ethernet switching for modern cloud networking environments, hyperscale infrastructures, enterprise data centers, and large-scale virtualization deployments. Designed as part of the advanced 7060X Series, this rack-mountable managed switch integrates 32 high-performance 100GbE QSFP interfaces along with 2 integrated SFP+ uplink ports, creating a highly scalable and flexible networking platform optimized for demanding workloads. This switch platform supports high-bandwidth east-west traffic patterns commonly found in virtualization clusters, hyperconverged systems, distributed storage fabrics, and software-defined networking architectures. The compact 1U form factor enables efficient deployment in dense rack environments while maintaining exceptional airflow and thermal management capabilities.

Enterprise-Class Switching Performance

The switching architecture of the Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R is designed for wire-speed packet forwarding across all interfaces. The system enables non-blocking Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities with deterministic low latency performance suitable for financial trading systems, AI-driven workloads, and real-time application delivery. With support for high-capacity forwarding tables and advanced packet buffering technologies, the platform efficiently manages bursty network traffic while maintaining throughput consistency. The hardware acceleration engine enhances routing scalability and reduces CPU overhead during high-volume operations.

Advanced Processing Capabilities

The integrated forwarding engine supports deep packet inspection, advanced traffic classification, and sophisticated quality-of-service enforcement mechanisms. This enables administrators to optimize bandwidth utilization while ensuring mission-critical applications receive priority network resources. Packet forwarding operations are accelerated through dedicated ASIC technology that reduces latency and maximizes throughput efficiency across all active interfaces. The switch architecture also supports jumbo frame processing for storage networking and high-performance computing environments.

High-Speed Data Plane Optimization

The high-speed data plane is optimized for modern Ethernet traffic flows and supports rapid forwarding decisions with minimal packet loss. Advanced queue management and congestion avoidance technologies improve overall network stability under demanding traffic conditions.

32-Port 100GbE QSFP Connectivity for Scalable Networks

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R incorporates 32 dedicated QSFP interfaces capable of supporting 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. These interfaces provide flexible deployment options for aggregation layers, spine-and-leaf architectures, and large-scale core switching environments. Each QSFP interface supports breakout configurations for additional flexibility, allowing administrators to adapt the switch to varying network topologies and bandwidth requirements. This modular approach helps maximize infrastructure efficiency while supporting future scalability objectives.

Flexible Interface Deployment Options

The QSFP interfaces support multiple transceiver types and cable configurations, enabling compatibility with a broad range of optical and direct-attach connectivity solutions. This flexibility simplifies integration into existing network infrastructures while supporting migration to higher-speed Ethernet standards. The integrated 2x SFP+ ports provide supplementary uplink or management connectivity, allowing the switch to support hybrid network environments where both legacy and next-generation Ethernet technologies coexist.

QSFP Port Breakout Flexibility

The QSFP interfaces can be configured for breakout operation, allowing individual high-speed ports to function as multiple lower-speed Ethernet connections. This feature provides exceptional flexibility for network architects designing scalable and modular Ethernet fabrics.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Managed Switching Features

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R includes extensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 managed networking capabilities designed to support sophisticated enterprise and cloud-based deployments. Advanced routing protocols, segmentation technologies, and traffic engineering tools allow the switch to function efficiently in dynamic networking environments. The platform supports extensive VLAN segmentation, VXLAN overlay networking, and advanced routing functions for multi-tenant infrastructures and virtualized workloads. These features enhance scalability while simplifying network administration.

Comprehensive Routing Protocol Support

The managed switch platform supports multiple routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and static routing configurations. These capabilities enable efficient traffic distribution and dynamic path optimization across large-scale infrastructures. Equal-cost multipath routing support enhances redundancy and throughput distribution while reducing bottlenecks in distributed application environments.

Advanced Network Segmentation

VXLAN support enables scalable virtual network overlays suitable for cloud computing platforms and software-defined data centers. The switch architecture supports large-scale segmentation while maintaining efficient traffic forwarding and simplified tenant isolation. Network administrators can create highly flexible virtualized network environments without compromising operational efficiency or scalability.

Low-Latency Switching for Performance-Critical Workloads

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R is optimized for ultra-low latency switching operations required in modern high-performance computing environments. The switch architecture minimizes forwarding delays and supports deterministic traffic delivery for mission-critical applications. Low-latency capabilities are particularly valuable for electronic trading systems, machine learning clusters, distributed analytics platforms, and real-time application infrastructures.

Congestion Management Technologies

The switch incorporates advanced congestion management and traffic buffering technologies designed to maintain stable throughput under demanding workloads. Intelligent queue management improves traffic prioritization and minimizes packet drops during traffic bursts. These technologies are particularly beneficial in environments with mixed traffic profiles and latency-sensitive applications.

High-Frequency Transaction Optimization

Low-latency forwarding characteristics support applications requiring rapid transaction processing and deterministic network performance. The hardware platform is suitable for environments where microsecond-level response times are essential.

Rack-Mountable 1U Design for Data Center Efficiency

The compact 1U rack-mountable chassis enables high-density deployment within modern data center environments. The efficient physical design maximizes port density while minimizing rack space consumption. The chassis incorporates optimized airflow mechanisms and thermal management technologies that support reliable operation in high-density server rooms and cloud facilities.

Front-to-Rear Airflow Architecture

The switch is designed with front-to-rear airflow to align with common hot aisle and cold aisle data center cooling strategies. This airflow configuration improves thermal efficiency and contributes to reduced cooling costs. Efficient thermal management supports consistent operational reliability even under sustained high-performance workloads.

Redundant Cooling Infrastructure

Hot-swappable fan modules provide redundancy and simplify maintenance operations without disrupting network availability. Intelligent thermal monitoring helps maintain optimal operating conditions for internal components. The cooling subsystem is designed to support continuous operation in mission-critical enterprise and hyperscale environments.

Space-Efficient Deployment Flexibility

The 1U form factor enables organizations to maximize rack utilization while deploying high-bandwidth networking infrastructures. This compact design supports scalable expansion without excessive space requirements.

High Availability and Redundancy Features

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R includes multiple redundancy mechanisms designed to maximize uptime and operational continuity. The switch platform supports resilient networking architectures suitable for mission-critical environments. Redundant power supply support and hot-swappable hardware components improve serviceability while reducing the impact of hardware maintenance activities.

Redundant Power Architecture

The switch supports dual redundant power supplies to ensure continuous operation in the event of a power module failure. Power redundancy enhances infrastructure resilience and reduces the likelihood of unexpected outages. High-efficiency power management technologies also contribute to improved energy utilization and operational sustainability.

Hot-Swappable Hardware Components

Field-replaceable components simplify maintenance procedures and minimize service interruptions during hardware replacement activities. Administrators can perform maintenance tasks without requiring complete system shutdowns. This capability improves operational efficiency and supports stringent uptime requirements in enterprise environments.

Security and Access Control Technologies

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R incorporates advanced security capabilities designed to protect network infrastructures from unauthorized access and malicious activity. Integrated access control mechanisms support secure multi-tenant and enterprise deployments. Authentication services, policy enforcement tools, and traffic inspection capabilities enhance overall network security posture.

Authentication and Authorization Support

The switch supports centralized authentication frameworks including RADIUS and TACACS+ integration. These services simplify user management while enforcing secure administrative access policies. Granular privilege assignment improves operational security and limits unauthorized configuration changes.

Access Control List Enforcement

Advanced ACL functionality enables administrators to filter traffic based on source, destination, protocol, and application criteria. These controls improve network segmentation and mitigate unauthorized traffic flows. Hardware-accelerated ACL processing ensures efficient traffic filtering without compromising forwarding performance.

Secure Management Framework

Encrypted management protocols and secure remote administration features protect sensitive configuration and operational data. Secure management capabilities support compliance-focused deployment requirements.

Virtualization and Cloud Networking Optimization

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R is specifically designed to support modern virtualization and cloud computing infrastructures. High-bandwidth Ethernet connectivity and scalable overlay networking capabilities enable efficient virtual machine communication and workload mobility. The switch architecture supports dynamic cloud networking requirements while maintaining operational consistency across distributed environments.

Multi-Tenant Data Center Support

Advanced segmentation and virtualization features enable secure multi-tenant network environments with scalable traffic isolation capabilities. The switch architecture supports large-scale virtualized infrastructures while maintaining performance consistency. Administrators can efficiently allocate network resources across multiple tenants and application environments.

Elastic Infrastructure Scalability

The high-density 100GbE architecture enables organizations to scale cloud infrastructures rapidly while maintaining efficient traffic distribution and application responsiveness.

Storage Networking and High-Bandwidth Workload Support

The Arista DCS-7060CX-32S-R is highly suitable for storage networking applications requiring low latency and high throughput performance. The switch supports demanding storage workloads including distributed storage clusters, NVMe over Fabrics environments, and high-capacity backup infrastructures. High-speed Ethernet interfaces and advanced buffering technologies contribute to efficient storage traffic handling and reduced bottlenecks.

Support for Data-Intensive Applications

The platform is optimized for applications involving large-scale data transfers, analytics processing, and distributed storage communication. High-throughput forwarding capabilities improve performance for storage-intensive workloads. Large packet buffer capacities enhance traffic stability during periods of heavy utilization.

Efficient East-West Traffic Handling

The switch architecture is engineered to optimize east-west traffic patterns commonly found in modern data centers. Efficient intra-cluster communication improves overall application performance and infrastructure responsiveness. These capabilities are particularly valuable for hyperconverged and distributed computing environments.

High-Speed Replication and Backup Operations

The 100GbE connectivity enables rapid replication and backup operations across enterprise storage infrastructures. High-bandwidth Ethernet support minimizes backup windows and improves disaster recovery readiness.