Arista DCS-7050TX-72Q-R 48x 10GbE 1/10GBASE-T 6x 40GbE QSFP+ Switch R-F Air

Name: Arista DCS-7050TX-72Q-R 48x 10GbE 1/10GBASE-T 6x 40GbE QSFP+ Switch R-F Air
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7050TX-72Q-R
Price: 762.60 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (8 reviews)

Mfr. Part #: DCS-7050TX-72Q-R

Brand: Arista

Condition: Refurbished

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DCS-7050TX-72Q-R Overview

ARISTA DCS-7050TX-72Q-R 48x 10gb Copper 6x 40gb Qsfp+ Back-to-front Air Switch.

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Specifications

Overview

Condition	Refurbished
Brand	Arista
Stock	In Stock

General

Network Ports	48x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Rj-45
Uplink Ports	6x 40 Gigabit Ethernet Qsfp+
Management Ports	1x 1 Gigabit Ethernet Management, 2x Usb, 1x Rs-232 Rj-45
Cpu	Quad-core X86
Vlan Ids	4096
Packet Buffer	12mb
Airflow Direction	Back-to-front Airflow
Fan Module Options	4x Fan-7000-r Fan Modules Included - Back-to-front Airflow
Power Supplies Included	2x Pwr-500ac-r Power Supplies Included (1+1 Redundant) - Back-to-front Airflow
Switching Capacity	1.44 Tbps
Forwarding Rate	1080 Mpps
Mac Address Table Size	32,000
Latency	3usec
Dram And Flash	4gb System Memory, 4gb Flash

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary port configurations available on the Arista DCS-7050TX-72Q-R? +

The DCS-7050TX-72Q-R is a high-density 10GBASE-T switch featuring 48 ports of 10GbE RJ45 connectivity. To handle high-speed uplinks and aggregation, it also includes 6 fixed QSFP+ ports. This combination makes it an ideal solution for data centers requiring cost-effective copper cabling for server connections alongside high-bandwidth fiber backbones.

How does the airflow design of the DCS-7050TX-72Q-R impact rack deployment? +

This model features a rear-to-front (R-to-F) airflow configuration, indicated by the 'R' suffix in the SKU. This design is specifically engineered for data center hot-aisle/cold-aisle architectures. It ensures the switch pulls cool air from the hot aisle and exhausts it into the cold aisle, maintaining optimal thermal efficiency when installed in standard rack configurations.

Does the DCS-7050TX-72Q-R support layer 3 routing protocols? +

Yes, this switch is a full-featured L2/L3 device running Arista EOS. It supports a robust set of routing protocols, including static routing, OSPF, and BGP. By combining high-performance switching with sophisticated routing capabilities, it serves effectively as a high-density leaf switch or a collapsed core/aggregation layer component in modern data center fabrics.

What is the typical use case for the DCS-7050TX-72Q-R in a virtualized environment? +

This switch is frequently deployed in high-density virtualization clusters where 10GBASE-T copper connections are required for server downlinks. Its low-latency architecture and deep buffer design make it highly suitable for handling the bursty traffic patterns common in virtual machine migrations, storage traffic, and dense compute workloads across enterprise-grade server racks.

Can the DCS-7050TX-72Q-R be managed via standard automation tools? +

The switch runs on Arista EOS, which is designed for programmability and automation. It supports standard management interfaces like CLI, SNMP, and RESTful APIs, and integrates seamlessly with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, and Chef. This makes it an excellent choice for organizations moving toward Infrastructure-as-Code and automated data center provisioning.

How does the switching capacity of the DCS-7050TX-72Q-R support high-bandwidth applications? +

The unit offers a total switching capacity of 1.28 Terabits per second. This significant throughput ensures that even with all 48 10GBASE-T ports active alongside the QSFP+ uplinks, the switch maintains wire-speed performance. This hardware-level performance ensures consistent latency and packet delivery for critical enterprise applications and high-bandwidth data transfers.

Is the DCS-7050TX-72Q-R compatible with existing 1GbE copper infrastructure? +

While the ports are natively 10GBASE-T, they are designed to support auto-negotiation. This allows the switch to work with legacy 1GbE connections where needed. However, to take full advantage of the internal switching fabric and aggregate throughput, deploying 10GBASE-T transceivers or network interface cards throughout your environment is recommended for peak performance.

What are the physical dimensions and power requirements for this Arista switch? +

The switch is a standard 1U rack-mount unit, fitting neatly into typical server racks without consuming excessive space. It features redundant, hot-swappable power supplies to ensure continuous availability in mission-critical environments. For precise power draw and thermal load calculations, refer to the Arista hardware installation guide, as these values scale based on traffic load and port utilization.

How can I request a bulk quote for multiple Arista DCS-7050TX-72Q-R units? +

If you are planning a large-scale data center upgrade and require multiple units, BuyRouterSwitch.com makes the process simple. Navigate to our website and use the 'Request a Quote' feature on the product page. Our sales team specializes in large-volume orders and will provide a competitive pricing proposal tailored to your enterprise project requirements.

Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my enterprise networking procurement? +

BuyRouterSwitch.com is a trusted source for enterprise-grade hardware, ensuring you receive authentic Arista products directly through professional distribution channels. We focus on providing seamless procurement experiences for IT managers and procurement specialists. When you order from us, you get reliable supply chain access and expert guidance to ensure your networking hardware arrives ready for deployment.

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