DCS-7280QR-C72M-F, Arista 7280R Switch, 72x40GbE QSFP+/16x100GbE QSFP/Front-to-Rear Airflow

The Arista DCS-7280QR-C72M-F is an enterprise-grade switch crafted for high-demand data center and cloud environments, specifically engineered to meet the requirements of large enterprises and service providers as networks advance toward 5G transition. Leveraging advanced hardware innovations, this switch enables seamless scaling for next-generation workloads and supports converged Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking with sub-microsecond latency. With 48 QSFP28 high-speed ports, it delivers industry-leading performance and ultra-high bandwidth, facilitating reliable, future-proof infrastructure crucial for rapid service deployment and massive connectivity growth. Its energy smart architecture optimizes power usage and cooling efficiency throughout operational cycles, supporting sustainable growth strategies and lowering total cost of ownership. Dual hot-swappable power supplies offer continuous availability, maximizing system uptime for mission-critical deployments. Whether for core switching, spine-leaf designs, or high-performance computing, the Arista DCS-7280QR-C72M-F provides robust switching fabric, advanced traffic management, and flexible deployment options. It is the ideal solution for organizations prioritizing performance, scalability, and energy efficiency during their digital transformation journey.

Product Features Comparison

Model	Arista DCS-7280QR-C72M-F	C1-N5K-C5596UP-FA	JL728B	C1-WS3650-48TQ/K9
Brand	Arista	Cisco	Aruba	Cisco
Port Configuration	48 x QSFP28	48 × Fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP+ or 10GBASE-T, depending on variant)	48 (30W/port, IEEE 802.3af/at)	48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T ports, 4 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplinks
Switching Capacity	16 Tbps	1.92 Tbps (non-blocking)	176 Gbps	392 Gbps (48-port Multigigabit model with 4 × 10G uplinks)
Forwarding Rate	8 Tbps	n/a	130.9 Mpps	130.95 Mpps
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	740W Class 4	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	Up to 8 members	StackWise-160 (up to 9 units)