Arista DCS-7280CR3K-96-FLX-F | 7280R3 96-Port 100G QSFP Switch, 9.6Tbps, FLX

Q: What is the difference between the FLX license and standard models?
A: The FLX license provides advanced routing capabilities with support for over 256K routes, MPLS LER/LSR functionality, VXLAN, and EVPN. It enables the switch to function as a full-featured router suitable for internet peering, service provider edge, and data center interconnect applications with large routing tables.

Q: Can the 100G QSFP ports be broken out to lower speeds?
A: Yes, the QSFP ports support breakout configurations for 40G, 50G, 25G, and 10G operation, allowing up to 192 ports of 50G connectivity using breakout optics and cables. This provides deployment flexibility for mixed-speed environments.

Q: What use cases is this switch best suited for?
A: The DCS-7280CR3K-96-FLX-F is ideal for high-density data center spine applications, internet exchange points, content delivery networks, high-performance storage networks, and service provider peering environments where large routing tables and lossless forwarding are required.

Q: What is the significance of the 16GB buffer?
A: The 16GB dynamic deep buffer provides lossless forwarding capabilities essential for handling traffic bursts, in-cast scenarios in storage networks, and mixed real-time and data traffic. The buffer is dynamically allocated using Arista's Virtual Output Queuing (VOQ) architecture for optimal performance.

Q: Is this switch compatible with CloudVision management?
A: Yes, the switch is fully compatible with Arista CloudVision for centralized network automation, telemetry, and analytics. CloudVision subscriptions are available separately and provide advanced monitoring, zero-touch provisioning, and network-wide configuration management.