Description
Arista DCS-7050SX3-96YC8 enterprise data center switch with 96x 25GbE + 8x 100GbE ports. High performance, low latency, scalable for modern networks.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Arista Networks |
| Model | DCS-7050SX3-96YC8 |
| Product Type | Data Center Ethernet Switch |
| Ports | 96 x 25GbE + 8 x 100GbE |
| Input Voltage | 100–120V AC, 50/60Hz, 12A OR 200–240V AC, 50/60Hz, 6A |
| Compliance | FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A) |
| Certifications | EAC, CCC, KC, RoHS, ANATEL, VCCI, CSA, CE |
| Safety Limits | For non-tropical climates, <2000m altitude |
| Design | Designed by Arista in California |
| Manufacturing | Made in Mexico |
| Regulatory Model | AN1719 |
| Year | 2020 (Arista Networks, Inc.) |
Product Features
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High-density 96 x 25GbE ports + 8 x 100GbE uplinks for massive scalability
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Low latency, high throughput architecture built for modern data centers
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Designed for cloud, HPC, AI/ML, and enterprise-scale workloads
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Flexible power input supporting 100–120V or 200–240V
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Energy-efficient with RoHS compliance
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Carrier-grade certifications (FCC, CE, ANATEL, CSA, VCCI, EAC)
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Enterprise reliability from Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System)
General Product Information
The Arista DCS-7050SX3-96YC8 Data Center Switch is engineered to deliver ultra-low latency, high-bandwidth Ethernet connectivity for cloud, enterprise, and high-performance computing environments. Featuring 96 x 25GbE ports and 8 x 100GbE uplinks, it provides the scalability and performance required for next-generation workloads, including AI/ML clusters, big data, virtualization, and enterprise applications.
Powered by Arista’s EOS (Extensible Operating System), this switch ensures seamless automation, programmability, and advanced telemetry for simplified network operations. Its flexible dual-voltage input (100–120V or 200–240V) ensures compatibility with diverse data center infrastructures.
Certified by global compliance standards (FCC, CE, CSA, ANATEL, VCCI, RoHS), the DCS-7050SX3-96YC8 guarantees reliable, safe, and energy-efficient operation. Designed in California and manufactured in Mexico, it embodies Arista’s enterprise-grade build quality and innovation.
Ideal for hyperscale data centers, cloud providers, and large enterprises, this switch offers unmatched port density, operational efficiency, and long-term ROI.
Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Arista Networks |
| Model | DCS-7050SX3-96YC8 |
| Series | 7050X3 |
| Product Type | Data Center Ethernet Switch |
| Ports | 96 x 25GbE, 8 x 100GbE uplinks |
| Architecture | High-density, low-latency switching |
| Input Voltage | 100–120V AC @ 12A OR 200–240V AC @ 6A |
| Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Regulatory Model | AN1719 |
| Compliance | FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A) |
| Certifications | CE, CSA, EAC, ANATEL, VCCI, RoHS |
| Design Origin | California, USA |
| Manufacturing | Made in Mexico |
| Safety Limits | Use below 2000m altitude, non-tropical environments |
Compatible Products
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Arista 100GbE QSFP28 & 25GbE SFP28 transceivers
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Enterprise servers (Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem)
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HPC & AI/ML clusters (NVIDIA DGX, AMD EPYC systems)
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Storage systems (NetApp, Pure Storage, EMC)
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Virtualization platforms (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes)
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Firewalls and routers (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto)
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise Data Centers – High-density switching backbone
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Cloud Providers – Elastic, scalable, and automated networking
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AI/ML Workloads – Low-latency connectivity for GPU clusters
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Big Data & Analytics – High throughput for Hadoop/Spark environments
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Game/Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) – High-performance edge routing
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Virtualization & NFV – Supports VMware, Hyper-V, and containerized apps
Comparison Angle
The Arista DCS-7050SX3-96YC8 offers:
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Higher port density (96 x 25GbE) compared to many Cisco or Juniper equivalents
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Energy efficiency with RoHS compliance for reduced operational costs
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Advanced automation and programmability with Arista EOS
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Superior scalability for AI/ML and hyperscale workloads
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Better flexibility with dual AC input voltage support
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