DCS-7170-32CD - Arista Networks

The Arista DCS-7170-32CD is a high-performance, fixed-configuration 10/25/40/50/100 Gigabit Ethernet switch. It is part of Arista’s 7170 series, which is designed to provide low latency, high bandwidth, and high-density 10GbE and 25GbE connectivity, making it well-suited for data centres, enterprise, and cloud environments.

Here are some key features of the Arista DCS-7170-32CD:

Key Features:

1. Port Density & Performance:

   • 32x 100G QSFP28 ports, supporting speeds like 100G, 40G, 25G, and 10G.

   • Supports Ethernet-based protocols like IP, L2, and L3.

   • A total of 32 ports for high-performance networking, offering flexibility for a variety of workloads.

2. Advanced Network OS:

   • Runs Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System), a highly programmable, robust OS.

   • EOS provides features such as stateful monitoring, network visibility, and automation.

3. Low Latency:

   • Offers ultra-low latency for high-frequency trading and other latency-sensitive applications.

   • Great for data centre interconnects, high-performance computing (HPC) environments, and large-scale web services.

4. Flexibility in Ports:

   • Offers support for a mix of 10G, 25G, 40G, and 100G connectivity, which can be leveraged based on the network's requirements.

5. Scalability:

   • Supports network scalability for high-capacity, low-latency traffic needs.

   • Suitable for both small and large-scale data centre deployments.

6. Data Center Optimization:

   • Ideal for east-west traffic in a data centre—especially relevant for workloads in private cloud environments, AI/ML processing, or large data repositories.

7. Redundancy & Reliability:

   • Built for 24/7 operation with advanced redundancy features, including dual power supplies and hot-swappable fans.

   • Offers high availability for critical networking services.