Arista DCS-7010TX-48C-DC-RV3-F | 7010TX 48-Port Gigabit ORv3 Switch, 4x 25G SFP+, DC

Q: What is the ORv3 designation in this SKU?
A: ORv3 indicates this switch is designed for Open Rack version 3 deployment, featuring specialized mounting brackets and dimensions optimized for ORv3 standard racks commonly used in hyperscale data centers. It requires L-shaped IT-support brackets for installation.

Q: What are the typical deployment scenarios for this switch?
A: The DCS-7010TX-48C-DC-RV3-F is ideal for top-of-rack server edge deployments in leaf-spine architectures, high-density virtualization clusters, storage fabrics requiring copper connectivity, and out-of-band management networks in data centers with DC power infrastructure.

Q: Does this switch support Layer 3 routing and VXLAN?
A: Yes, the 7010TX-48C runs Arista EOS and provides full Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities including VXLAN, EVPN, MLAG, advanced QoS, security features, and flexible forwarding tables for modern data center network architectures.

Q: What is the power efficiency of this model?
A: The 7010X series consumes approximately 0.3 W per gigabit, making it highly power-efficient for data center deployments. The DC power supplies provide redundancy and are suitable for facilities with DC power distribution infrastructure.

Q: Is this switch compatible with other Arista products?
A: Yes, the 7010TX-48C integrates seamlessly with the broader Arista portfolio including 7050X3, 7060CX, and modular 7500R/7800R3 spine switches. It runs the same Arista EOS operating system across all platforms, ensuring consistent feature sets and simplified management through CloudVision.