Arista DCS-7001-SUP-A-N | 7280R4 Supervisor Module, Field-Replaceable

Q: Which Arista switches is the DCS-7001-SUP-A-N compatible with?
A: This supervisor module is designed for Arista 7280R4 Series 2RU data center switches. Always verify chassis compatibility and airflow direction with your Arista account team or the 7280R4 Series datasheet before ordering to ensure proper operation.

Q: Can the supervisor module be replaced without taking the switch offline?
A: Yes. The DCS-7001-SUP-A-N is a field-replaceable module that can be hot-swapped by a single engineer in minutes without disconnecting network cabling or removing the chassis from the rack, significantly reducing Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) for control-plane related issues.

Q: Does this module support redundancy and failover?
A: Yes. The module supports 1+1 supervisor redundancy with stateful failover capabilities. When deployed with a second supervisor module, the system can maintain operations during planned maintenance, software upgrades, or hardware failures without traffic disruption.

Q: What advanced features does the supervisor module support?
A: The module supports the full Arista EOS feature set including Layer 2/3 switching and routing, EVPN-VXLAN network virtualization, FlexRoute for Internet-scale routing tables, streaming telemetry, automation, and CloudVision integration for centralized management and monitoring.

Q: Is the DCS-7001-SUP-A-N a spare or standard module?
A: This is typically offered as a spare replacement module, ideal for maintaining as a hot-standby unit or replacing a failed supervisor in an existing 7280R4 deployment. For new system orders, supervisor modules are typically included with the chassis configuration.