DCS-7280CR2A-60-F Arista 60 Ports 100GBE QSFP 7280R2 Switch

Product Overview of the Arista 60-Port 100GbE QSFP Switch

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-F is a high-performance 100 Gigabit Ethernet switch router built for modern data centers, cloud networking, and enterprise core environments. Designed under the powerful 7280R2 product family, this advanced networking solution delivers exceptional scalability, ultra-fast packet processing, and intelligent routing capabilities.

General Information

Manufacturer Details

• Brand: Arista
• Model Number: DCS-7280CR2A-60-F
• Product Series: 7280R2 Series
• Device Type: 60-Port 100GbE Network Switch Router

Technical Specifications

Performance & Capacity

• Switching Throughput: 12 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: 5.02 Bpps
• MAC Address Table Size: 768K Entries

Compatibility

Network

• Compatible with 100GbE QSFP transceivers and DAC cables
• Supports integration within spine-leaf data center topologies
• Works with Layer 2 and Layer 3 network infrastructures
• Interoperable with standard Ethernet-based networking equipment

Software

• Compatible with Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System)
• Supports advanced routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS
• Works seamlessly in virtualized and cloud-managed environments

Rack & Power

• Standard 19-inch data center rack compatible
• Operates with included 1900W AC power supplies
• Suitable for enterprise and hyperscale data center installations

Routing Capabilities

• Maximum IPv4 LPM Routes: 1.3 Million
• Maximum IPv6 LPM Routes: 1 Million
• Maximum IPv4 Host Routes: 768K

System Resources

• System Memory: 16GB
• Processor: High-Performance x86 CPU

Management Interfaces

• 1 x RS-232 RJ45 Console Port
• 1 x Dedicated Out-of-Band (OOB) Management Port

Package Contents

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-F switch includes essential power and cooling components to ensure reliable deployment in enterprise and data center racks.

• 2 x AC Power Supplies (PWR-1900AC-F)
• 4 x High-Speed Fans (FAN-7002H-F)
• 2 x Power Cords
• 1 x Console Cable

Advanced Features of Arista 7280R2 Series Switch

High-Density 100GbE Connectivity

With 60 QSFP 100GbE ports, this data center switch provides scalable connectivity for high-bandwidth applications such as virtualization, cloud computing, big data analytics, and storage networks.

Optimized for Data Center Spine-Leaf Architecture

The 7280R2 Series switch router is engineered to support leaf-spine topology, enabling low-latency east-west traffic flow and enhanced network efficiency.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability

Redundant AC power supplies and hot-swappable fan modules ensure maximum uptime and operational continuity for mission-critical environments.

Scalable Layer 2 and Layer 3 Routing

The switch supports extensive IPv4 and IPv6 route tables, making it ideal for large-scale enterprise routing deployments and service provider networks.

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-F 60 Ports 100GBE QSFP 7280R2

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-F 60 Ports 100GBE QSFP 7280R2 Switch Router is a high-performance data center switching platform designed to deliver ultra-low latency, massive throughput, and advanced routing functionality for modern enterprise and cloud-scale environments. Built for spine, leaf, and data center interconnect deployments, this 100GbE switch router provides the scalability and flexibility required to handle rapidly growing east-west traffic in virtualized and cloud-native architectures.

With 60 QSFP 100GbE ports, the 7280R2 platform supports dense 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity while maintaining wire-speed performance across all interfaces. It is optimized for high-performance computing, storage networking, multi-tenant cloud infrastructures, and large-scale enterprise data centers. The front-to-back airflow design (F) ensures efficient cooling, making it suitable for hot aisle/cold aisle containment systems.

Key Hardware of the 7280R2 Series

The DCS-7280CR2A-60-F features 60 QSFP 100GbE ports that provide flexible connectivity options for spine-layer aggregation, leaf-layer switching, and high-bandwidth routing applications. These ports support various breakout configurations, including 4x25GbE and 2x50GbE modes, enabling adaptable network designs that can evolve with infrastructure growth.

High-density 100GbE ports are ideal for organizations transitioning from 10GbE and 40GbE to 100GbE architectures. By consolidating bandwidth into fewer physical connections, cabling complexity is reduced while overall network efficiency increases.

Ultra-Low Latency Performance

Latency plays a crucial role in modern data centers. The 7280R2 platform is engineered to minimize forwarding delays, making it suitable for applications requiring deterministic and consistent packet delivery. Low-latency performance enhances virtualization responsiveness, accelerates storage access, and improves distributed application performance.

Role of the Arista 7280R2 Switch Router in Modern Data Centers

Spine Layer Deployment

In leaf-spine architectures, the DCS-7280CR2A-60-F functions as a high-capacity spine switch, aggregating traffic from multiple leaf switches. Its 100GbE ports provide sufficient bandwidth to eliminate oversubscription and maintain consistent throughput across the fabric.

Leaf Layer High-Bandwidth Aggregation

When deployed at the leaf layer, this switch router aggregates high-speed server connections and connects upward to spine switches using 100GbE uplinks. Breakout capabilities allow flexible connectivity to 25GbE or 50GbE servers while preserving high-speed uplinks.

Data Center Interconnect (DCI)

For organizations operating multiple data centers, the 7280R2 switch router supports DCI use cases by delivering high-throughput routing and switching across metro or long-haul fiber links. Its advanced routing features enable seamless connectivity between geographically separated facilities.

Advanced Routing Features

Comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 Support

The 7280R2 switch router supports full Layer 2 switching and advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities. This includes support for VLANs, VXLAN, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and static routing. Such versatility makes it suitable for both traditional enterprise networks and modern software-defined architectures.

VXLAN and EVPN Integration

VXLAN and EVPN support enables scalable multi-tenant network segmentation. Organizations can create isolated logical networks over a shared physical infrastructure, which is essential for cloud service providers and enterprises with strict security requirements.

Scalable Routing Tables

Large routing table capacity allows the switch router to handle complex network topologies with numerous prefixes and policies. This scalability ensures long-term viability as network demands expand.

High Availability and Redundancy

Redundant Power Supplies

The DCS-7280CR2A-60-F includes hot-swappable redundant power supplies, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation. Power redundancy is critical in mission-critical data centers where even brief interruptions can lead to significant business impact.

Hot-Swappable Fans

Field-replaceable fan modules support ongoing operation during maintenance. The front-to-back airflow model ensures consistent cooling even in dense rack deployments.

Stateful Fault Containment

EOS architecture isolates software processes to prevent failures from cascading across the system. This design increases overall reliability and simplifies troubleshooting.

Scalability for Cloud and Enterprise Networks

The 7280R2 series is designed for hyperscale cloud providers and large enterprises that demand massive port density and bandwidth. With 60 100GbE ports, the switch router can scale horizontally across multiple racks and pods.

Seamless Integration with Automation Platforms

Automation is a key requirement in modern networking. The platform supports APIs, scripting, and integration with configuration management tools. This enables zero-touch provisioning and streamlined lifecycle management.

Security and Network Segmentation

Advanced ACLs and policy-based routing ensure granular traffic control. Administrators can define security policies that regulate communication between network segments.

MACsec and Encryption Support

High-speed encryption capabilities protect data in transit, especially important for DCI and multi-tenant environments.

Micro-Segmentation with EVPN

EVPN-based segmentation allows fine-grained control over workloads. Each tenant or application can be isolated, reducing the attack surface and improving compliance posture.

Performance Optimization for Storage and HPC

RDMA and RoCE Support

High-performance computing and storage networks often require RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE). The 7280R2 platform supports features necessary for lossless Ethernet configurations.

Data Buffering and Congestion Management

Advanced buffering mechanisms prevent packet drops during microbursts. Congestion management features help maintain optimal throughput in high-demand scenarios.

Flexible Deployment Scenarios

Enterprise Core Network

The switch router can function as a core switch in enterprise networks, aggregating distribution-layer traffic and connecting to WAN edge devices.

Cloud Service

Service providers benefit from the 100GbE density and virtualization capabilities for delivering Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offerings.

Large Campus Network Aggregation

In large campus environments, the DCS-7280CR2A-60-F aggregates traffic from multiple buildings or data centers, ensuring high-speed backbone connectivity.

Energy Efficiency and Environmental Considerations

Optimized Power Consumption

Energy efficiency is critical in modern data centers. The switch router is engineered to deliver high throughput while maintaining efficient power usage.

Benefits of Choosing the Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-F

High Port Density in a Compact Form Factor

The ability to deliver 60 ports of 100GbE connectivity in a single chassis maximizes rack space efficiency.

Reduced Operational Complexity

Unified EOS software and automation features streamline management tasks.

Enhanced Application Performance

Low latency, deep buffers, and high throughput ensure optimal performance for mission-critical workloads.

Scalable Cloud Networking

VXLAN and EVPN capabilities allow organizations to build scalable, multi-tenant data center fabrics with confidence.