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

Product Overview of the Arista 60-Port 7280R2 QSFP Switch

This enterprise-grade 100GbE switch provides powerful Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, massive switching capacity, and optimized routing performance. It is engineered to handle demanding workloads such as virtualization, big data, cloud computing, and high-density storage networks.

General Information

• Model: DCS-7280CR2A-60-R
• Brand: Arista Networks
• Product Family: 7280R2 Series
• Port Configuration: 60 x 100GbE QSFP
• Deployment Type: Data Center & Enterprise Core Switch

Technical Specifications

Hardware Specifications

• System Memory: 16 GB
• CPU: High-Performance x86 Processor
• 1 x RS-232 RJ45 Console Port
• 1 x Out-of-Band (OOB) Management Port

Routing Capabilities

• Max IPv4 LPM Routes: 1.3 Million
• Max IPv6 LPM Routes: 1 Million
• Max IPv4 Host Routes: 768,000
• MAC Address Table Size: 768K

Performance Metrics

Switching & Forwarding

With 12Tbps switching capacity and 5.02 Bpps forwarding rate, the switch ensures wire-speed performance across all 100GbE ports.

Scalable Routing Tables

Supports extensive IPv4 and IPv6 routing entries, enabling smooth operation in complex enterprise and cloud networks.

Compatibility

Network Architecture

• Spine-Leaf Data Center Architecture
• Core & Aggregation Layer Deployments
• Enterprise Campus Networks
• Cloud and Virtualized Environments
• Software-Defined Networking (SDN)

Transceiver & Cable

• QSFP+ and QSFP28 Transceivers
• 100GbE Optical Modules
• Direct Attach Copper (DAC) Cables
• Active Optical Cables (AOC)

Operating System

• Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System)
• Integration with VMware, Hyper-V, and Linux-based virtualization platforms

Rack & Power

• Standard 19-inch Rack Mount
• AC Power Infrastructure
• Redundant Power Supply Support

The Arista 60 Ports 100GBE QSFP 7280R2 Switch Router

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R 60 Ports 100GBE QSFP 7280R2 Switch Router is designed for modern data center, cloud, enterprise, and service provider environments that demand ultra-high performance, scalability, and flexibility. As part of the 7280R2 Series, this 100GbE QSFP switch router delivers advanced routing capabilities, deep buffering, and high-density connectivity for large-scale network infrastructures.

This category includes high-performance 100GbE switches that combine wire-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality with carrier-grade reliability. The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R model stands out with its 60 x 100GbE QSFP ports, offering unmatched throughput, low latency, and extensive routing scale suitable for spine, leaf, core, and edge deployments.

High-Density 100GbE Connectivity

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R is engineered to deliver exceptional port density with 60 QSFP 100GbE ports in a compact form factor. This enables data centers to consolidate infrastructure, reduce rack space usage, and simplify network design.

Advanced Routing Capabilities

The Arista 7280R2 Series is designed with a focus on scale and advanced Layer 3 functionality. The DCS-7280CR2A-60-R offers deep routing capabilities that support demanding enterprise and service provider use cases.

Deep Packet Buffering

Deep buffering capabilities allow the Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R to manage traffic bursts effectively. In high-performance computing and financial trading environments, microbursts can cause packet loss and performance degradation. The large packet buffers reduce congestion and maintain consistent throughput during peak traffic conditions.

Performance

The DCS-7280CR2A-60-R delivers exceptional throughput and low latency, making it suitable for mission-critical applications.

High Switching Capacity

With 60 x 100GbE ports, the switch provides multi-terabit switching capacity. This ensures wire-speed forwarding across all ports without performance bottlenecks. Whether handling east-west data center traffic or north-south internet traffic, the device maintains optimal performance.

Low Latency Architecture

Low latency is critical in environments such as financial services, AI clusters, and real-time analytics. The Arista 7280R2 architecture is optimized to provide predictable and consistent latency, ensuring high-speed data transmission with minimal delay.

Cloud-Ready Architecture

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R is built for cloud networking environments that require automation, scalability, and programmability.

Internet Edge and Peering

Service providers and content delivery networks benefit from the switch’s large routing tables and high throughput. It supports peering connections and high-capacity internet uplinks with reliable performance.

High-Performance Computing

HPC environments require low latency and high bandwidth. The DCS-7280CR2A-60-R ensures efficient data exchange between compute nodes, reducing bottlenecks in parallel processing tasks.

Reliability and Redundancy

Network uptime is critical for modern enterprises. The Arista 7280R2 Series is designed with redundancy and high availability in mind.

Redundant Power

The DCS-7280CR2A-60-R includes redundant, hot-swappable power supplies. This ensures uninterrupted operation even in the event of a power module failure.

Hot-Swappable Fans

Field-replaceable fan modules allow maintenance without downtime. Efficient cooling systems maintain optimal operating temperatures in high-density racks.

Advanced High Availability Features

Features such as Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MLAG) and fast convergence protocols minimize downtime and ensure seamless failover in case of link or device failure.

Energy Efficiency and Space Optimization

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R is engineered to deliver high performance while maintaining energy efficiency. Its compact design helps reduce rack space requirements, making it suitable for dense data center deployments.

Efficient Cooling

Optimized airflow options (front-to-rear or rear-to-front) support flexible data center cooling strategies. This allows deployment in both hot aisle and cold aisle configurations.

Reduced Power Consumption

Advanced hardware architecture ensures efficient power usage, reducing operational expenses and improving total cost of ownership.

Security and Network Segmentation

Security is a fundamental requirement in enterprise and cloud environments. The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R supports multiple security mechanisms to protect network infrastructure.

Access Control and Filtering

Comprehensive Access Control Lists (ACLs) allow administrators to filter traffic and enforce security policies at wire speed.

Network Segmentation

Support for VLANs, VRFs, and VXLAN segmentation enables secure multi-tenant environments. Organizations can isolate departments, customers, or applications while maintaining high performance.

Scalability for Future Growth

The 100GbE architecture of the Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R ensures long-term investment protection. As bandwidth demands increase, this switch router can accommodate higher traffic volumes without requiring immediate hardware upgrades.

Expandable Network Topologies

Its 60 high-speed ports allow seamless expansion of leaf-spine architectures. Additional racks, servers, or switches can be integrated without redesigning the entire network.

Use Cases for Enterprise and Cloud Environments

Private Cloud Infrastructure

Enterprises building private cloud infrastructures benefit from the high-speed connectivity and routing capabilities of the 7280R2 switch router.

Hybrid Cloud Connectivity

Organizations connecting on-premises data centers with public cloud platforms require reliable and high-bandwidth connections. The 100GbE QSFP ports ensure efficient hybrid cloud communication.

Storage and Backup Networks

High-speed storage networks demand consistent throughput and low latency. The DCS-7280CR2A-60-R supports storage traffic with minimal congestion and packet loss.

Deployment Flexibility

Top-of-Rack (ToR)

In high-density server environments, the switch can be deployed as a top-of-rack solution with breakout cables supporting multiple 25GbE connections.

Spine Layer

As a spine switch, it interconnects multiple leaf switches at 100GbE speeds, ensuring high throughput and redundancy.

Core Layer

For enterprise campuses, the device can function as a high-capacity core router, supporting extensive routing tables and secure segmentation.

Optimized for Modern Network Demands

The Arista DCS-7280CR2A-60-R is built to meet the demands of digital transformation, big data analytics, and cloud-native applications. Its architecture supports rapid data processing and reliable connectivity across distributed systems.