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The Arista DCS-7050SX3-48YC8-F is a 1U data center switch from the Arista 7050X3 Series. Specifically, it combines 48 SFP28 ports with 8 QSFP28 uplinks in a compact, full-depth chassis. As a result, it serves as a high-density 25G leaf switch for modern data center and cloud networks.

48x 25G Access Ports and 8x 100G Uplinks

In addition, all 48 SFP28 ports run at 1G, 10G, or 25G with optics or direct-attach cables, and they require no port grouping. Meanwhile, the 8 QSFP28 ports run at 40G or 100G. Furthermore, each QSFP28 port supports breakout into 4x 25G or 4x 10G links, so operators can allocate bandwidth exactly where they need it.

Performance and Low Latency

Moreover, the switch delivers 4 Tbps of non-blocking switching capacity with latency as low as roughly 800 nanoseconds. Consequently, it handles heavy east-west traffic for virtualization, storage, and financial applications. Likewise, a 32MB shared packet buffer helps absorb traffic bursts.

Arista EOS, Automation, and Visibility

Also, the switch runs Arista EOS, which provides a full Layer 2 and Layer 3 feature set, including VXLAN and EVPN for scalable overlays. In addition, operators can manage it centrally through Arista CloudVision. Therefore, teams can automate deployments and monitor the network with telemetry tools such as LANZ and sFlow.

Front-to-Rear Airflow (-F) and Redundancy

The “-F” suffix means front-to-rear airflow, which fits standard hot-aisle/cold-aisle designs. By comparison, the -R variant uses rear-to-front airflow. Finally, the switch uses redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans, so it keeps running through a single component failure.

Key Features

• First, it provides 48x 1/10/25G SFP28 ports with no port grouping.
• Second, it adds 8x 40/100G QSFP28 uplinks with breakout support.
• Additionally, it delivers 4 Tbps of non-blocking switching capacity.
• Furthermore, it runs Arista EOS with VXLAN, EVPN, and CloudVision support.
• Moreover, it uses redundant, hot-swappable power and fans.
• Finally, it fits a compact 1U chassis with front-to-rear airflow.

Why Lease from Telecom Leasing?

• First, you upgrade to 25G/100G without a large capital outlay.
• Second, we test every unit so it’s ready to deploy.
• In addition, flexible terms cover spares, upgrades, and project builds.
• Finally, you get fast quotes and quick shipping.

Best of all, Telecom Leasing offers the DCS-7050SX3-48YC8-F for lease or purchase, so you can build a 25G leaf layer at a fraction of new cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Arista DCS-7050SX3-48YC8-F?

In short, it’s a 1U Arista 7050X3 Series data center switch with 48x 25G SFP28 ports, 8x 100G QSFP28 uplinks, and front-to-rear airflow.

What does the “-F” mean in DCS-7050SX3-48YC8-F?

The “-F” indicates front-to-rear airflow. In contrast, the DCS-7050SX3-48YC8-R uses rear-to-front airflow.

Can the 100G ports break out into lower speeds?

Yes. In fact, each QSFP28 port supports breakout into 4x 25G or 4x 10G links.