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MPN: JL557-61101·By: HPE
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The HPE Arista 7050X3 is an enterprise-class top-of-rack (ToR) switch designed for high-density data center environments requiring wire-speed forwarding and low-latency east-west traffic. It features 48 ports of 10GBASE-T connectivity with 6 additional 40GbE QSFP+ uplink ports, delivering 1.44Tbps of full-duplex switching capacity in a non-blocking architecture. The switch supports advanced routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), comprehensive Layer 2/3 security features including ACLs, port security, and VLAN isolation, making it ideal for cloud infrastructure, virtualized environments, and high-performance computing clusters. Built-in telemetry and monitoring capabilities enable real-time visibility into network performance and traffic patterns. The 7050X3 integrates seamlessly with existing HPE and third-party infrastructure, supporting both traditional and software-defined networking (SDN) deployments through OpenFlow and standard management protocols.
| Manufacturer part # | JL557-61101 |
|---|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Condition | New |
| Model | Arista 7050X3 |
| Category | Networking |
| Stacking | Not supported; use traditional chassis or modular designs for scalability |
| ACL Support | Comprehensive Layer 2/3/4 ACLs with up to 16,000 entries |
| Noise Level | Approximately 65 dB at 1 meter |
| SDN Support | OpenFlow 1.3+, OpenFlow Hybrid mode |
| Product Line | Arista 7050 Series |
| Product Type | Data Center Top-of-Rack (ToR) Network Switch |
| QoS Features | 8 priority queues per port, weighted round-robin (WRR), strict priority, traffic shaping, congestion management |
| Sub-Category | Network Switches |
| VLAN Support | 4,094 VLANs (802.1Q) |
| Operating System | Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System) |
| Routing Capacity | 1 million IPv4 routes, 500,000 IPv6 routes |
| Sub-Sub-Category | Data Center Switches |
| Cloud Integration | Supports AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud networking models via OpenFlow and standard protocols |
| High Availability | Graceful Restart (GR), Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD), VRRP, HSRP |
| Layer 2 Protocols | Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Rapid STP (RSTP), Multiple STP (MSTP), Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) |
| Layer 3 Protocols | BGP, OSPF, static routing, RIP, IS-IS |
| Multicast Support | IGMP snooping, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, MSDP |
| Security Features | Port security, 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI), IP Source Guard, DDoS mitigation, SSH/SSL encryption |
| Typical Use Cases | Data center ToR, cloud infrastructure, HPC clusters, enterprise campus networks, SDN environments, storage networking |
| Redundancy Features | Dual PSU (N+1), redundant fan modules, hot‑swappable components |
| Traffic Engineering | MPLS, Traffic Engineering (TE), Equal-Cost Multi-Path (ECMP) routing |
| Compliance Standards | FCC Part 15, CE, RoHS, WEEE, UL, CSA, AS/NZS |
| Management Protocols | SNMP v1/v2c/v3, SSH, Telnet, HTTP/HTTPS, REST API |
| Transceivers Included | RJ45 copper connectors for 10GbE ports; QSFP+ slots for 40GbE uplinks (transceivers sold separately) |
| Monitoring & Telemetry | sFlow, NetFlow, IPFIX, built-in telemetry engine |
| Virtualization Support | Compatible with VMware vSphere, OpenStack, Kubernetes, Hyper‑V environments |
| Storage Protocol Support | iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet), NVMe‑oF (NVMe over Fabrics) |
| Optical Transceiver Support | QSFP+ SR4, LR4, ER4, DAC cables for 40GbE uplinks |
| Weight | Approximately 13.6 kg (30 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1RU: 43.6cm (W) x 4.4cm (H) x 60.0cm (D) |
| Form Factor | 1RU 19-inch rack-mount switch |
| Cooling | Front-to-back airflow, 6 fan modules with redundancy |
|---|---|
| Altitude | 0 to 3,000 meters (0 to 10,000 feet) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| 10GbE Port Count | 48 ports |
|---|---|
| 40GbE Port Count | 6 ports |
| Total Port Count | 54 ports |
| Port Configuration | 48x 10GBASE-T ports + 6x 40GbE QSFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant 600W AC power supplies (N+1 redundancy) |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | Typical: 1,200W; Maximum: 1,400W |
| Support Options | HPE ProCare 24x7, ProCare Plus, Mission Critical support |
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| Latency | <1 microsecond cut-through latency |
|---|---|
| Buffer Memory | 32MB packet buffer |
| Forwarding Rate | 1.08 billion packets per second (bpps) |
| MAC Address Table | 128,000 entries |
| Packet Forwarding | Non-blocking, wire-speed on all ports |
| Switching Capacity | 1.44Tbps full-duplex |
| Backplane Bandwidth | 1.44Tbps |
The HPE Arista 7050X3 is fully compatible with HPE ProLiant DL Series (Gen10+), Dell PowerEdge (R640-R760), Lenovo ThinkSystem (SR630-SR850), and Cisco UCS C-Series servers equipped with 10GbE/40GbE network adapters. It supports native EOS operating system, OpenFlow 1.3+, and integrates with major SDN controllers and monitoring platforms via SNMP v3, SSH, and REST API. Existing hardware compatibility includes standard 19-inch racks, dual PSU infrastructure, and SFP+/QSFP+ optical transceivers. Potential compatibility includes advanced management tools, SDN controllers, and storage protocols (iSCSI, FCoE, NVMe-oF) requiring additional configuration.
Compatible as ToR switch for ProLiant server deployments; supports 10GbE and 40GbE uplinks via optional network adapters.
Full compatibility with latest ProLiant generation; supports native 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity for high-speed data center deployments.
Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers equipped with 10GbE/40GbE network adapters; supports standard Ethernet and FCoE protocols.
Compatible with ThinkSystem servers supporting 10GbE and 40GbE connectivity; integrates with Lenovo XClarity management platform.
Compatible with Cisco UCS servers; supports unified fabric architecture with 10GbE and 40GbE uplinks via Cisco VIC adapters.
Primary use case as a leaf switch in data center spine-leaf architectures, aggregating server traffic with 48x 10GbE ports and providing uplink capacity via 6x 40GbE ports to spine layer switches.
Ideal for OpenStack, VMware vSphere, and Kubernetes environments requiring high-density VM-to-VM communication with low-latency, non-blocking switching fabric and comprehensive VLAN/security isolation.
Supports tightly-coupled HPC workloads with wire-speed forwarding across all ports simultaneously, enabling efficient parallel processing and inter-node communication for scientific computing and AI/ML training.
Deployment as a distribution or core switch in large enterprise networks, providing high-capacity aggregation with advanced routing, QoS, and security policies for multi-tenant environments.
Full OpenFlow support enables integration with SDN controllers (OpenDaylight, ONOS) for dynamic network provisioning, traffic engineering, and centralized policy management in modern data centers.
High-speed interconnect for storage infrastructure, supporting iSCSI, FCoE, and NVMe-oF protocols with deterministic latency and congestion management for mission-critical data protection.
The 7050X3 delivers 1.44Tbps of full-duplex switching capacity with 48x 10GBASE-T ports and 6x 40GbE QSFP+ uplink ports. This non-blocking architecture ensures wire-speed forwarding across all ports simultaneously, eliminating oversubscription in data center leaf deployments and supporting high-density server-to-server communication.
Yes, the 7050X3 fully supports OpenFlow 1.3+ and integrates with major SDN controllers including OpenDaylight and ONOS. It enables dynamic network provisioning, traffic engineering, and centralized policy management in cloud infrastructure, making it ideal for OpenStack, Kubernetes, and VMware vSphere deployments requiring programmable networking.
The 7050X3 supports BGP, OSPF, and static routing for Layer 3 forwarding. Security features include comprehensive ACLs, port security, VLAN isolation, 802.1X authentication, and DDoS mitigation. It also provides encrypted management access via SSH and SNMP v3 for secure remote administration and monitoring.
The non-blocking 1.44Tbps switching fabric with wire-speed forwarding on all 54 ports makes the 7050X3 ideal for tightly-coupled HPC clusters. It delivers deterministic, low-latency inter-node communication essential for parallel processing, scientific computing, and AI/ML training workloads requiring efficient collective communication patterns.
The 7050X3 includes built-in telemetry, sFlow/NetFlow support, and comprehensive SNMP monitoring for real-time visibility into network performance and traffic patterns. It supports both CLI and REST API management, enabling integration with third-party monitoring tools and automation frameworks for operational visibility.
The HPE Arista 7050X3 consumes approximately 1,200W under typical operating conditions with redundant power supply options. It requires standard data center cooling (18-27°C ambient) and fits in a 1RU form factor, making it compatible with standard 19-inch rack infrastructure and existing data center thermal management systems.
Yes, the 7050X3 supports iSCSI, FCoE, and NVMe-oF protocols with deterministic latency and advanced congestion management. This makes it suitable for storage area networks (SAN) and NAS deployments where reliable, low-latency interconnects are critical for mission-critical data protection and backup operations.
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