Arista 7050SX3-48YC12 48-Port 25GbE Data Center Switch

Description

Arista 7050SX3-48YC12 48-Port 25GbE Data Center Switch

The Arista 7050SX3-48YC12 is a high-performance data centre Ethernet switch designed for enterprise networks, cloud infrastructure, high-density computing and demanding server and storage environments. Part of the Arista 7050X3 Series, it combines 48 SFP ports supporting 1GbE, 10GbE and 25GbE connections with 12 QSFP ports supporting 40GbE and 100GbE connectivity.

With a 4.8 Tbps switching capacity and a compact 1RU rack-mountable design, this platform is designed for scalable data centre architectures that require high port density, flexible connectivity and low-latency switching.

Key Features

• 48 × 1/10/25GbE SFP ports: Connect compatible servers, storage systems and network devices using supported transceivers or cables.
• 12 × 40/100GbE QSFP ports: Provide high-speed uplinks for aggregation and spine connectivity.
• 4.8 Tbps switching capacity: Supports high-bandwidth Ethernet networking.
• Low-latency switching: Published latency starts at approximately 800 nanoseconds, depending on configuration and operating conditions.
• 1RU rack-mountable form factor: Offers high port density while conserving rack space.
• Arista EOS: Uses Arista’s Extensible Operating System for network management, monitoring and automation.
• Flexible port configuration: Supports compatible 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, 40GbE and 100GbE configurations, subject to port and transceiver compatibility.

High-Density 25GbE Connectivity

The 48 SFP interfaces support 1GbE, 10GbE and 25GbE connectivity, allowing organisations to connect compatible servers and network devices at the speeds appropriate for their infrastructure.

This flexibility can help businesses transition from 10GbE to 25GbE while retaining support for compatible lower-speed connections. The required transceivers, cables and port configurations should be checked against the intended link speed and distance.

High-Speed 100GbE Uplinks

The 12 QSFP interfaces support 40GbE and 100GbE connections for high-bandwidth links to compatible switches and other network infrastructure.

These ports make the platform suitable for leaf-and-spine topologies, data centre aggregation and high-performance computing environments. Supported breakout configurations can also provide additional lower-speed connections when compatible cables, optics and port settings are used.

Enterprise and Cloud Networking

The Arista 7050SX3-48YC12 is designed for data centre environments where throughput, scalability and efficient network operations are important.

Potential applications include:

• Enterprise and cloud data centres
• Virtualisation and server clusters
• High-performance computing infrastructure
• Storage networking
• Data centre leaf-and-spine architectures
• High-speed Ethernet aggregation

Arista EOS provides a consistent software platform for supported network management, monitoring and automation features. Available functionality depends on the software version, configuration and licensing.

Rack Installation and Network Integration

The 1RU design helps organisations maximise rack space while providing a combination of high-speed server connections and uplinks. Before deployment, confirm power requirements, airflow, supported transceivers, cable compatibility and interoperability with the existing network.

For new installations, also consider the product lifecycle, availability of replacement hardware and the duration of vendor support.

Source Arista Networking Equipment from Globikom

Globikom supports businesses, internet service providers, system integrators and IT teams sourcing networking and telecommunications equipment in Kenya and across Africa.

Contact Globikom to enquire about the Arista 7050SX3-48YC12, supplier availability, pricing, hardware condition and compatible accessories. As this model has reached its announced last-order date, availability should be confirmed before purchase. Where appropriate, ask about the Arista 7050SX3-48YC8C replacement platform.

Specifications should be verified against Arista’s official documentation for the exact hardware model and configuration.