Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F 7010TX-48 48x 10/100/1000 RJ45 4 x 25G SFP
Overview
The Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F is part of Arista's 7010T Series of fixed-configuration data center switches. These switches are designed for top-of-rack (ToR) and edge networking environments, offering low power consumption, compact form factor, and a combination of Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) and 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) connectivity options. The DCS-7010TX-48-F is an ideal solution for small to medium-sized data centers and enterprise deployments requiring high-performance network connectivity and efficiency.
The Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F is a high-density, low-latency, energy-efficient switch that provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 10GbE uplink ports, making it ideal for top-of-rack deployments in data centers or enterprise environments. It offers robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, advanced QoS, and comprehensive security, making it a great choice for scalable, high-performance networks.
Specifications
- Model: Arista DCS-7010TX-48-F
- Series: Arista 7010T Series
- Type: Fixed-configuration, low-latency, data center switch
- Form Factor: 1 RU (Rack Unit)
- Airflow: Front-to-back airflow (-F in the model number denotes front-to-back airflow).
- 2. Interfaces and Ports
- 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps (1GbE) RJ45 copper ports:
- Each port supports standard Gigabit Ethernet for server and device connectivity.
- 4 x 10GbE SFP+ uplink ports:
- These 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports provide high-speed uplinks to aggregation or core layers.
- Each SFP+ port supports a variety of SFP+ transceivers for fiber optic or DAC (Direct Attach Copper) cables.
- 3. Performance
- Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps (Gigabits per second).
- Forwarding Rate: 132 Mpps (million packets per second).
- Latency: Ultra-low latency, typically sub-microsecond, suitable for applications requiring real-time performance.
- Packet Buffer: 4 MB shared packet buffer across all ports.
- MAC Address Table: Supports up to 16,000 MAC addresses.
- 4. Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features
- Layer 2 Features:
- IEEE 802.1Q VLAN support with up to 4,000 VLANs.
- Spanning Tree Protocols: STP, RSTP, and MSTP for network loop prevention.
- Link Aggregation: Supports IEEE 802.3ad LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol) for bundling multiple physical links into one logical link.
- Jumbo Frames: Supports jumbo frames with a maximum frame size of up to 9,216 bytes.
- Layer 3 Features:
- IPv4 and IPv6 Routing: Supports both IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols.
- Dynamic Routing Protocols: OSPF, BGP, RIP, and IS-IS.
- Multicast Routing: PIM-SM, PIM-DM, PIM-SSM, and IGMP for efficient multicast routing.
- VRF-lite: Virtual Routing and Forwarding for network segmentation.
- 5. Quality of Service (QoS)
- Traffic Prioritization: Supports IEEE 802.1p class of service (CoS) with 8 priority queues per port.
- Traffic Shaping and Policing: Allows granular control of traffic bandwidth allocation.
- Congestion Management: Advanced scheduling algorithms such as Strict Priority (SP) and Weighted Round Robin (WRR).
- 6. Security Features
- Access Control Lists (ACLs): Standard and extended ACLs for Layer 2, Layer 3, and Layer 4 traffic filtering.
- Port Security: Controls access by limiting the number of MAC addresses per port.
- DHCP Snooping: Protects against rogue DHCP servers.
- Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI): Prevents ARP spoofing attacks.
- IP Source Guard: Prevents IP address spoofing by filtering untrusted IP addresses.
- 7. Network Management and Monitoring
- Command Line Interface (CLI): Full-featured CLI for advanced management and configuration.
- Web-based GUI: Provides a user-friendly interface for monitoring and management.
- SNMP: Supports SNMP v1, v2c, and v3 for remote management.
- sFlow: Supports sFlow for real-time traffic monitoring and analysis.
- Syslog: Logs critical system events for network diagnostics.
- Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP): Simplifies deployment and management in large-scale environments by automating device setup.
- 8. Power and Cooling
- Power Supplies:
- Dual hot-swappable power supplies for redundancy.
- Available in both AC and DC power supply options (model-specific).
- Typical power consumption: 90W under typical load conditions.
- Cooling:
- Front-to-back airflow, ideal for data centers with hot aisle/cold aisle configurations.
- Hot-swappable, redundant fan trays ensure efficient cooling and minimize downtime during maintenance.
- 9. Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F).
- Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing.
- Acoustic Noise: Less than 50 dBA at typical operating temperatures.
- 10. Reliability and Redundancy
- Redundant Power Supplies: Supports dual, hot-swappable power supplies for high availability.
- Hot-Swappable Fans: The fan trays are hot-swappable, allowing for replacements or maintenance without disrupting operations.
- In-Service Software Upgrades (ISSU): Allows software updates without interrupting network traffic, ensuring continuous availability.
- 11. Compliance and Certifications
- RoHS: Compliant with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive.
- Safety Certifications: UL, CSA, CE, and other global safety certifications.
- EMC Compliance: Meets international standards for electromagnetic emissions and susceptibility, including FCC Part 15 (Class A), CE, and EN certifications.
- 12. Use Cases
- Data Center Top-of-Rack (ToR) Switch: Ideal for providing Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for servers with 10GbE uplinks to aggregation or core switches.
- Enterprise Edge/Access Layer: Suitable for enterprise networks requiring high-density 1GbE connectivity at the edge or access layer, with 10GbE uplinks for connecting to core or aggregation layers.
- Small to Medium Data Centers: Perfect for environments that need cost-effective, low-power, and compact networking solutions with high performance.
