Arista DCS-7020SRG-24C2-R | 7020R 24-Port 10G Switch, IPSec, 2x 100G, 880Gbps

Q: Does the DCS-7020SRG-24C2-R include IPSec encryption capabilities?
A: Yes, the 7020SRG models include integrated IPSec support optimized for site-to-site VPN tunnels up to 20Gbps, with AES-256 and SHA-256 encryption. IPSec requires a separate EOS license to enable the encryption feature.

Q: What is the difference between the -R and -F suffix models?
A: The -R suffix indicates rear-to-front airflow (ideal for cold aisle containment), while -F models feature front-to-rear airflow (ideal for hot aisle containment). Both models are otherwise identical in features and performance.

Q: Can this switch support both 1G and 10G SFP+ optics?
A: Yes, all 24 SFP+ ports support both 1GbE and 10GbE optics and DAC cables, providing flexible connectivity options for mixed-speed environments.

Q: What Layer 3 routing protocols does the 7020SRG support?
A: The switch supports comprehensive Layer 3 routing including OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, PIM, and static routing. It also supports advanced features like VXLAN routing, EVPN, and hardware-based MLAG for highly resilient multi-path networks.

Q: How does the deep buffer architecture benefit data center deployments?
A: The 3GB ultra-deep packet buffer is dynamically shared across all ports, enabling lossless forwarding during traffic congestion. This is critical for high-performance applications like IP storage, big data, media streaming, and content delivery networks where packet loss impacts performance.