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Arista DCS-7050CX3-32C-F | 7050X3 32-Port 100G Switch, 6.4Tbps, 2x 10G SFP+

DCS-7050CX3-32C-F

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Description

The Arista DCS-7050CX3-32C-F is a high-performance 1RU data center switch designed for modern leaf-spine architectures. With 32 100GbE QSFP28 ports delivering 6.4 Tbps throughput and 2 billion packets per second, it provides ultra-low latency and wire-speed performance for demanding compute, storage, and virtualized environments. Enhanced with 16 GB RAM and 32 GB flash storage, this model features front-to-rear airflow, configurable fans and PSU, and is powered by Arista EOS for advanced automation and telemetry.

Features

Wire-speed Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with advanced routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, PIM)
- VXLAN and EVPN support for network virtualization and overlay fabrics
- MLAG (Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation) for link redundancy and high availability
- Unified Forwarding Table for flexible resource allocation
- 32 MB shared packet buffer for lossless forwarding
- Hot-swappable redundant fans and configurable power supply
- Comprehensive ACL support for IPv4 and IPv6 traffic filtering
- Arista EOS with programmable automation via Python, REST API, and EOS SDK
- CloudVision integration for centralized management, telemetry, and analytics
- Advanced security features including MACsec, 802.1X, and control plane policing
- LLDP, sFlow, and NetFlow for network visibility and monitoring
- Zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) for rapid deployment
- Industry-leading power efficiency with sub-7W per 100GbE port
- Hot-swappable transceivers supporting SR4, LR4, PSM4, CWDM4, and DAC options

Warranty

All products sold by XS Network Tech include a 12-month warranty on both new and used items. Our in-house technical team thoroughly tests used hardware prior to sale to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

32x 100GbE QSFP28 ports (supports 100G, 40G, 4x25G, 4x10G, 2x50G breakout)
- 2x 10GbE SFP+ management ports
- Switching capacity: 6.4 Tbps (full-duplex)
- Forwarding rate: 2 billion packets per second
- Latency: 800 nanoseconds (cut-through)
- System memory: 16 GB RAM
- Flash storage: 32 GB SSD
- Packet buffer: 32 MB shared
- MAC address table: 288,000 entries
- VLAN support: Up to 4,096 VLANs
- Power consumption: Typical <7W per 100GbE port
- Form factor: 1RU rack-mountable
- Airflow: Front-to-rear (configurable fans and PSU)
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
- Management: Arista EOS, CLI, SNMP, REST API

FAQs

Q: What are the key differences between the DCS-7050CX3-32C-F and the 32S model?
A: The 32C model ships standard with 16 GB RAM and 32 GB flash storage, compared to 8 GB RAM and 8 GB flash in the 32S. The 32C also features configurable fans and PSU, while the 32S has fixed dual AC power supplies. Both models offer identical port density and performance.

Q: Can this switch be used in both leaf and spine roles?
A: Yes, the DCS-7050CX3-32C-F is ideal for both high-performance leaf deployments and collapsed spine tiers in modern data center architectures. Its high port density and throughput make it suitable for scalable leaf-spine topologies.

Q: What port breakout options are supported?
A: Each QSFP28 port can be configured for 100GbE native operation, 40GbE, 4x25GbE, 4x10GbE, or 2x50GbE breakout modes, providing flexible migration paths from legacy 10G or 25G networks to 100G infrastructure.

Q: Does this switch require any licensing for Layer 3 features?
A: Arista switches running EOS do not require feature-based licensing. All Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, including advanced routing protocols, VXLAN, EVPN, and automation capabilities, are included with the hardware at no additional cost.

Q: Is the DCS-7050CX3-32C-F suitable for low-latency applications?
A: Absolutely. With 800 nanosecond cut-through latency and wire-speed forwarding, this switch is ideal for time-sensitive workloads such as high-frequency trading, real-time analytics, distributed databases, and virtualized environments requiring deterministic performance.

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