How many ports does the Arista 7050QX-32 provide and what type are they?

The 7050QX-32 is defined as a 1RU 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ fixed switch. This means it offers thirty two ports, each using QSFP+ technology for 40GbE Ethernet connectivity. The fixed design delivers a consistent port layout that simplifies cabling plans, port allocation and expansion calculations across datacenter racks or pods.

What is the physical form factor of the Arista 7050QX-32 switch?

The Arista 7050QX-32 uses a 1RU form factor. As a 1RU 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ fixed switch, it is designed to mount in standard datacenter racks while minimizing vertical space usage. This compact size enables high density switch deployments in cabinets and supports scalable network designs within constrained rack space.

Is the Arista 7050QX-32 suitable for datacenter aggregation or core roles?

Yes, the 7050QX-32 is positioned at the datacenter product level and categorized as a 10 and 40GbE data center switch. Its 1RU chassis and 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ configuration make it suitable for aggregation or core roles where high bandwidth interconnects are needed between servers, leaf switches or other datacenter infrastructure.

What kind of connectivity standard does the 7050QX-32 support on its interfaces?

The Arista 7050QX-32 provides 32 ports of 40GbE QSFP+ connectivity. Being part of the 10 and 40GbE data center switch category, the platform focuses on Ethernet based connectivity at these speeds. The use of QSFP+ for 40GbE links helps standardize transceivers and cabling across datacenter deployments that rely on high bandwidth connections.

7050QX-32 - Arista Networks 7050QX-32 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ switch

Name: Arista Networks 7050QX-32 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ switch
Brand: Arista
SKU: 7050QX-32

7050QX-32 - Arista Networks 7050QX-32 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Arista Networks 7050QX-32 is a 1RU fixed configuration data center switch designed for 10 and 40GbE environments. It belongs to the 10 and 40GbE data center switch category and provides a 32 port 40GbE QSFP+ interface configuration. As a 1RU 32 port 40GbE QSFP+ fixed switch, it is suited to high density aggregation or leaf roles where compact form factor and port density are required. Positioned at the datacenter product level, the 7050QX-32 focuses on delivering consistent 40GbE connectivity over QSFP+ interfaces. The fixed 32 port layout simplifies planning for structured cabling and port allocation across racks or pods. With its emphasis on 10 and 40GbE operation, the Arista 7050QX-32 supports straightforward scaling of throughput by populating QSFP+ ports according to workload and application demands in modern data center networks.

1RU rack mount form factor for dense datacenters
32-port 40GbE QSFP+ fixed configuration
Designed as a 10 and 40GbE data center switch
Datacenter product level classification
Arista Networks 7050QX-32 model identifier
Suitable for high density rack deployments

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Product Type
Manufacturer part #	7050QX-32
Brand	Arista
Condition	New
Model	7050QX-32
Series	7050QX Series 10/40G Data Center Switches
CPU Type	Dual-core x86 CPU
Platform	DCS-7050QX-32 platform
Rack Units	1U
Form Factor	1RU rack-mount
SSD Support	Optional built-in SSD for logging and data captures
Product Line	Arista 7050X Series

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Core datacenter
Suitable for datacenter networks that require a 1RU platform with 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ to interconnect high bandwidth servers or upstream switches.
Leaf access
Works as a leaf switch in spine leaf designs, using the 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ fixed configuration to connect server racks or top of rack infrastructure.
Aggregation
Can be deployed as an aggregation layer device in environments that standardize on 40GbE QSFP+ interfaces for uplinks and cross connects.
10 and 40GbE migration
Supports networks transitioning between 10 and 40GbE by using 40GbE QSFP+ connectivity within a 1RU data center focused platform.
High density rack deployments
The 1RU form factor and 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ interface layout are suitable for racks where space and port density are key requirements.

Latency	550 ns to 650 ns in cut-through mode
Lifecycle Status	End of software support in EOS 4.25 and later; platform still supported with earlier EOS

Power Supply Efficiency	Over 92 percent efficient power supplies
Power Supply Redundancy	1+1 redundant and hot-swappable power supplies

QSFP+ Ports	32 QSFP+ ports supporting 40GbE
Port Configuration	32 x 40GbE QSFP+ ports
Switching Capacity	2.56 Tbps
Typical Power Efficiency per Port	Less than 5 W per 40GbE port

Arista Networks 7050QX-32 32-port 40GbE QSFP+ switch

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