Arista Networks DCS-7050TX-128 Arista 7050tx 96pt 10g, 8p 40g

Overview
The Arista DCS-7050TX-128 is a high-performance, low-latency switch designed for modern data center fabrics. With 96 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 8 ports of 40 Gigabit Ethernet, it delivers the bandwidth and flexibility required for cloud, enterprise, and high-performance computing environments. Its programmable EOS operating system provides seamless integration with automation tools and advanced telemetry for real-time network insight.

Key Features

• 96 x 10GBASE-T RJ45 ports for copper connectivity
• 8 x 40G QSFP+ ports for uplink aggregation and spine connections
• Line-rate switching with sub-microsecond latency
• Fully programmable Extensible Operating System (EOS) for automation and analytics
• Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features including VXLAN, EVPN and MPLS
• Redundant hot-swap power supplies and fans for high availability
• Compact 1U form factor for dense rack deployment

Technical Specifications

• Model: DCS-7050TX-128
• Chassis: 1U, front-to-back airflow
• Ports: 96 x 10GBASE-T RJ45, 8 x 40G QSFP+
• Switching capacity: 1.28 Tbps
• Forwarding rate: 950 Mpps
• Latency: < 0.5 microseconds (typical)
• Power: Dual hot-swap AC power supplies, 800 W each
• Management: CLI, REST API, SNMP, streaming telemetry
• Operating system: Arista EOS, version 4.30 or later

Applications
The DCS-7050TX-128 is ideal for:

• Leaf switches in leaf-spine architectures for cloud and hyperscale data centers
• High-density server farms requiring both copper and fiber uplinks
• Enterprise campus cores that need robust Layer 2/3 capabilities
• Financial trading platforms where ultra-low latency is critical
• Telecom aggregation points supporting virtualized network functions

By combining a rich port mix, high throughput, and the flexibility of Arista EOS, the 7050TX series enables organizations to build scalable, programmable networks that can adapt to evolving workloads and performance demands.