DCS-7160-48TC6-F - Arista 7160-48TC6 Switch

Name: DCS-7160-48TC6-F - Arista 7160-48TC6 Switch
Brand: Arista
SKU: DCS-7160-48TC6-F

DCS-7160-48TC6-F - Arista 7160-48TC6 Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Arista DCS-7160-48TC6-F is a high-performance 1RU data center switch engineered for dense 10GbE connectivity with 100GbE uplink capacity. It features 48 x 1/10GBASE-T RJ45 ports and 6 x 100GbE QSFP28 ports, delivering 1.76 Tbps switching capacity and 1,320 Mpps forwarding rate with sub-microsecond latency. The switch incorporates dual hot-swappable AC power supplies with platinum-level efficiency, N+1 redundant hot-swap fans, and front-to-rear airflow for optimized cooling. It supports comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 features including VXLAN routing, BGP, OSPF, and advanced security with ACLs. CloudVision integration enables simplified network operations and automation. The 24MB shared packet buffer and programmable pipeline support flexible encapsulation for application-specific requirements. Ideal for top-of-rack deployments, cloud infrastructure, and high-density data center environments requiring reliable east-west traffic handling.

1.76Tbps switching capacity with 1,320Mpps forwarding.
48x10GBASE-T RJ45 and 6x100GbE QSFP28 ports.
Sub-microsecond latency for ultra-low-latency applications.
Dual hot-swappable AC supplies with N+1 fan redundancy.
24MB shared packet buffer with programmable pipeline.
CloudVision integration for automated network operations.

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Layer 3 Features
Manufacturer part #	DCS-7160-48TC6-F
Brand	Arista
Condition	New
Model	7160-48TC6
Compliance	RoHS, FCC, CE, UL, 2011/65/EU RoHS Directive, 2012/19/EU WEEE Directive
Product Line	7160 Series
Product Type	Data Center Switch
VXLAN Support	VXLAN routing and bridging
Virtualization	VM Tracer VMware integration
Layer 2 Features	802.3x flow control, jumbo frames (9216 bytes), IGMP v1/v2/v3 snooping, storm control, 802.1 AVB

Compatible systems

The DCS-7160-48TC6-F integrates seamlessly with Arista CloudVision for centralized management and automation. It runs Arista EOS with support for live patching and advanced fault repair. Requires standard 100GbE QSFP28 optics for uplinks, Cat6A/Cat7 cabling for 10GbE downlinks, dual AC power supplies, and standard 19-inch rack infrastructure with proper airflow.

Arista Networks 7160 Series
Model: DCS-7160-48TC6-F
Form factor: 1RU
Generation: 7160
Standalone data center switch; integrates with Arista CloudVision for centralized management
Arista Networks CloudVision
Model: CloudVision Portal
Form factor: Software
Generation: Current
Native integration for network automation, configuration management, and telemetry

Best for

Data Center Spine
Top-of-rack aggregation switch for connecting multiple access layer switches with high-density 10GbE ports and 100GbE uplinks to spine tier.
Cloud Networking
Core switching fabric for cloud service provider data centers requiring high port density, low latency, and advanced virtualization support via VXLAN.
HPC Cluster Interconnect
High-performance computing environment interconnect providing 1.76Tbps non-blocking switching with sub-microsecond latency for compute node communication.

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Operating System	Arista EOS

Security Features	ACLs using L2, L3, L4 fields

Software Features	Live software patching, Stateful Fault Repair (SFR), Smart System Upgrade (SSU), Accelerated Software Update (ASU)

CloudVision Support	Native integration for automation and orchestration

Management Protocols	SNMP v1/v2/v3, SSH, Telnet, syslog, CLI, API

Configuration Options	DCS-7160-48TC6-F (front-to-rear), DCS-7160-48TC6-R (rear-to-front), DCS-7160-48TC6# (configurable fans/PSU)

Monitoring & Analytics	RFC 3176 sFlow, IEEE 1588 PTP, integrated packet capture with TCPDump

Packet Buffer	24MB shared packet buffer
Optional Storage	SSD for logging and data capture

Latency	Sub-microsecond latency
Forwarding Rate	1,320 Mpps (million packets per second)
Switching Capacity	1.76 Tbps full-duplex

Power Cords	2 x C13-C14 cords
Power Supplies	2 x AC, 1+1 hot-swappable, platinum-level efficiency

Weight	19 lbs (approximately)
Dimensions	1.75"H x 19"W x 17.5"D
Form Factor	1RU compact switch
Installation	Tool-less rails for simple installation

Fans	N+1 redundant hot-swap fans
Airflow Direction	Front-to-rear (F model); rear-to-front (R model)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Uplink Ports	6 x 100GbE QSFP28
Downlink Ports	48 x 1/10GBASE-T RJ45
Management Ports	100/1000 Mbps Ethernet, RS-232 serial, USB
Total Port Count	54 ports (48 + 6)

Frequently asked questions

What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the DCS-7160-48TC6-F?

The DCS-7160-48TC6-F delivers 1.76 Tbps full-duplex switching capacity with 1,320 Mpps forwarding rate. This non-blocking architecture supports wire-speed forwarding across all 54 ports simultaneously (48x10GbE + 6x100GbE), enabling high-performance data center deployments without congestion.

What are the port configurations and uplink options?

The switch provides 48 x 1/10GBASE-T RJ45 ports for flexible 1GbE or 10GbE connectivity and 6 x 100GbE QSFP28 ports for high-capacity uplinks. This configuration supports up to 72 total 10G-equivalent ports, ideal for top-of-rack aggregation with spine connectivity.

How does the DCS-7160-48TC6-F handle redundancy and power?

The switch includes dual hot-swappable AC power supplies with platinum-level efficiency (>94%) and N+1 redundant hot-swap fans for dynamic temperature control. This architecture ensures continuous operation during component failures without service interruption, critical for mission-critical data center environments.

What virtualization and cloud features are supported?

The DCS-7160-48TC6-F supports VXLAN routing and bridging for multi-tenant isolation, VM Tracer VMware integration for virtual machine tracking, and advanced Layer 3 routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS. CloudVision integration enables centralized network automation and simplified operations management.

What is the physical form factor and cooling design?

The switch is a compact 1RU form factor (1.75"H x 19"W x 17.5"D) weighing approximately 19 lbs. It features front-to-rear airflow for efficient cooling in standard data center racks, with tool-less rails for simple installation and hot-swap fan modules for maintenance without shutdown.

What latency performance does this switch deliver?

The DCS-7160-48TC6-F provides sub-microsecond latency, making it suitable for ultra-low-latency applications including high-frequency trading, real-time analytics, and latency-sensitive cloud workloads. The 24MB shared packet buffer and optimized switching fabric minimize packet processing delays.

What management and monitoring capabilities are included?

Management options include CloudVision for centralized automation, CLI, REST API, SNMP v1/v2/v3, and Telnet/SSHv2 access. The switch supports RFC 3176 sFlow for traffic analysis, IEEE 1588 PTP for precision timing, and optional SSD for packet capture and logging.

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