DCS-7050QX-32-F Arista 7050QX 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ Switch
Boost Data Center Performance with Arista DCS-7050QX-32-F: 32x40GbE QSFP+ Switch High-Speed, Scalable 40GbE Switching with Front-to-Rear Airflow The Arista DCS-7050QX-32-F is a high-performance 40GbE data center switch, featuring 32 QSFP+ ports, 2.56 Tbps switching capacity, and ultra-low latency for cloud, enterprise, and HPC environments. With front-to-rear airflow, dual 460W AC power supplies, and hot-swappable components, it ensures efficient cooling and high availability. Supporting VXLAN, NVGRE, MPLS, and wire-speed Layer 2/3 forwarding, it enables scalable, software-defined networking (SDN) for high-density 10/40GbE deployments. Powered by Arista EOS, it offers automation, telemetry, and real-time network monitoring for next-gen infrastructure. Product Specifications – Arista DCS-7050QX-32-F Data Sheet Specification Details Model Number DCS-7050QX-32-F Description High-performance, fixed-configuration Layer 2/3 switch for cloud, enterprise, and high-performance computing (HPC) Port Configuration 32 × 40GbE QSFP+ ports for ultra-fast connectivity Performance Switching Capacity: 2.56 Tbps Forwarding Rate: 1.44 Bpps (billion packets per second) Latency: Ultra-low latency for high-performance networking Design & Efficiency Form Factor: Compact 1U design for space-efficient deployment Cooling: Front-to-rear airflow (denoted by "F") for optimized cooling Reliability: Redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans for high availability Advanced Features Network Virtualization: VXLAN, NVGRE, and MPLS support for next-generation networking Routing & Switching: Wire-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding Automation & Monitoring: Arista EOS for automation, telemetry, and real-time network monitoring Additional Capabilities Flexible Port Configuration: Supports breakout for high-density 10GbE connections Power Efficiency: Optimized energy consumption for data centers FAQs: 1. What does the "F" in DCS-7050QX-32-F mean?It indicates front-to-rear airflow, ideal for data centers with this cooling design. 2. Can this switch be used for high-performance computing (HPC)?Yes, it offers low-latency 40GbE connections, making it great for HPC workloads. 3. Does the switch support advanced network automation?Yes, Arista EOS provides network automation, real-time telemetry, and programmability. 4. Is this switch a good fit for spine-leaf architectures?Yes, with 32x40GbE QSFP+ ports, it's ideal for high-speed spine-leaf deployments. 5. What makes the DCS-7050QX-32-F suitable for large-scale data centers?Its advanced Arista EOS software enables automation, telemetry, and SDN integration, while front-to-back cooling and energy-efficient design reduce operational costs. 6. Can the Arista 7050QX-32-F support both traditional and virtualized environments?Yes, its high-density 40GbE architecture, low power consumption, and support for VXLAN, EVPN, and network automation make it a perfect fit for modern data centers and cloud deployments