JL585-61001 - HPE Arista 7368X4 Switch

Name: JL585-61001 - HPE Arista 7368X4 Switch
Brand: HPE
SKU: JL585-61001
Price: 4808 USD
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JL585-61001 - HPE Arista 7368X4 Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Arista 7368X4 is a high-performance modular network switch engineered for hyperscale data center, cloud, and service provider environments. Delivering 51.2Tbps of non-blocking switching capacity with 128 QSFP28 ports supporting 25/40/50/100/400GbE speeds, this switch provides exceptional flexibility for evolving network architectures. The modular design enables custom port configurations through line cards, supporting both traditional Ethernet and emerging 400G deployments. Advanced features include hardware-based ECMP routing, sub-50ns latency, comprehensive QoS, and extensive telemetry capabilities. Ideal for spine/core layer deployments, the 7368X4 scales seamlessly with containerized workloads, machine learning clusters, and multi-tenant cloud environments while maintaining wire-speed performance across all ports.

51.2Tbps non-blocking switching capacity.
128x QSFP28 ports supporting 400GbE.
Sub-50ns latency for ultra-low-latency applications.
Modular line card architecture for flexible configurations.
Hardware-based ECMP routing with advanced telemetry.
Supports 25/40/50/100/400GbE speed flexibility.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	JL585-61001
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Category	Networking
Telemetry	In-band and out-of-band telemetry, sFlow, NetFlow, IPFIX support
Model Name	HPE Arista 7368X4
End of Life	Q3 2028
End of Sale	Q3 2027
Product Line	Arista Networking Solutions
Product Type	Modular Data Center Core/Spine Network Switch
Release Date	Q3 2021

Compatible systems

The HPE Arista 7368X4 is compatible with HPE data center infrastructure, Arista EOS ecosystem, and standard 400GbE optical transceivers. It supports mixed-speed deployments with backward compatibility to 100GbE, integrates with industry-standard management platforms, and requires redundant power supplies and high-quality fiber optic cabling for optimal performance.

HPE Arista Networking
Model: 7368X4
Form factor: 1RU Modular Chassis
Generation: Current Generation
Designed as core/spine switch for HPE data center fabric architectures; compatible with HPE Synergy, Apollo, and ProLiant server ecosystems.
Arista Networks 7368 Series
Model: 7368X4
Form factor: 1RU Modular
Generation: Current
Native Arista EOS operating system; compatible with Arista CloudVision management platform and third-party orchestration tools.

Best for

Data Center Spine/Core Layer
High-capacity core switching for large-scale data center fabrics supporting thousands of servers with sub-50ns latency and non-blocking architecture.
Cloud Infrastructure Backbone
Hyperscale cloud provider deployments requiring massive east-west traffic capacity, multi-tenant isolation, and dynamic workload scaling across containerized environments.
HPC and AI Cluster Networking

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Product Level	Enterprise

End of Support	Q3 2029

Lifecycle Status	Active - In Production

OpenFlow Support	OpenFlow 1.3+ for SDN integration

Operating System	Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System)

Sub-Sub-Category	High-Speed Modular Core/Spine Switches

Typical Use Cases	Data center spine/core, cloud infrastructure, HPC, AI/ML clusters, service provider backbone

Automation Support	Ansible, Terraform, Python SDK, eAPI

Power Input Options	AC (110-240V) or DC (48V)

Redundancy Features	Dual supervisor modules, non-stop forwarding (NSF), graceful restart

Management Protocols	SSH, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, REST API, gRPC

Management Platform Integration	Arista CloudVision, third-party orchestration tools

Network & Communication

Latency	Sub-50 nanoseconds
VRF Support	Multiple VRF instances for multi-tenant isolation
QoS Features	8 priority queues per port, weighted round-robin, traffic shaping, rate limiting
VLAN Support	4094 VLANs, 802.1Q tagged and untagged
Buffer Memory	Optimized buffer architecture for low-latency operation
ACL Capabilities	Hardware-based ACLs with L2-L4 filtering
Switching Capacity	51.2 Tbps non-blocking full-duplex
Routing Capabilities	Hardware-based ECMP, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, segment routing (SR)
Packet Forwarding Rate	153.6 billion packets per second (Bpps)

Security Features	SSH encryption, SNMP v3, role-based access control (RBAC), secure boot
Encryption Support	MACsec (802.1AE) for link encryption

Power Supply	Dual redundant hot-swappable power modules
Maximum Power Consumption	Approximately 3.5 kW (typical operation)

Weight	Approximately 35 kg (77 lbs)
Dimensions	1RU (1.73 inches height), standard 19-inch rack mount
Form Factor	1RU modular chassis

Cooling	Front-to-back airflow, redundant fan modules
Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 70°C
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

Interface/Ports

Port Count	128 QSFP28 ports
Port Types	QSFP28 (400GbE-capable)
Supported Speeds	25Gbps, 40Gbps, 50Gbps, 100Gbps, 400Gbps per port
Throughput per Port	Up to 400 Gbps per QSFP28 port
Management Interface	1GbE RJ45 management port, out-of-band Ethernet
Backward Compatibility	Supports mixed 25/40/50/100/400GbE deployments
Transceiver Compatibility	400GBASE-DR4, 400GBASE-FR4, 400GBASE-LR4, 100GBASE-LR4, 100GBASE-SR4

Frequently asked questions

What is the total switching capacity and port density of the HPE Arista 7368X4?

The HPE Arista 7368X4 delivers 51.2Tbps of non-blocking switching capacity with 128 QSFP28 ports. Each port supports 25/40/50/100/400GbE speeds, providing exceptional flexibility for mixed-speed deployments. This architecture ensures wire-speed forwarding across all ports simultaneously without oversubscription, making it ideal for hyperscale data center spine/core layers.

What latency does the 7368X4 achieve and why is it important for data centers?

The HPE Arista 7368X4 achieves sub-50 nanosecond latency through hardware-based packet forwarding and optimized buffer management. This ultra-low latency is critical for high-frequency trading, real-time analytics, HPC clusters, and containerized cloud workloads where microsecond-level delays impact application performance and user experience.

Is the 7368X4 modular and can it be customized for different network requirements?

Yes, the 7368X4 features a modular line card architecture enabling custom port configurations. Organizations can deploy different combinations of 25/40/50/100/400GbE ports based on specific network topology requirements, supporting gradual migration from 100GbE to 400GbE without complete infrastructure replacement.

What routing and traffic engineering capabilities does the 7368X4 provide?

The switch includes hardware-based ECMP (Equal-Cost Multi-Path) routing, advanced QoS with granular traffic classification, comprehensive telemetry for real-time network visibility, and support for both traditional routing and segment routing (SR) architectures. These features enable sophisticated traffic engineering, multi-tenant isolation, and dynamic workload optimization.

How does the 7368X4 support hyperscale cloud and AI infrastructure deployments?

The 7368X4 is purpose-built for hyperscale environments with 51.2Tbps capacity supporting massive east-west traffic between compute nodes, sub-50ns latency for AI/ML workloads, modular design for evolving cluster sizes, and advanced telemetry for operational visibility. It seamlessly integrates with containerized platforms and supports dynamic network reconfiguration.

What backward compatibility does the 7368X4 offer for existing 100GbE infrastructure?

The HPE Arista 7368X4 supports mixed-speed deployments with 25/40/50/100/400GbE port flexibility, enabling organizations to gradually migrate from 100GbE to 400GbE infrastructure. Existing 100GbE-connected servers and devices can coexist with new 400GbE endpoints, supporting phased network modernization without forklift upgrades.

What redundancy and reliability features does the 7368X4 provide for mission-critical deployments?

The switch includes dual power supplies with hot-swap capability, redundant supervisor modules, comprehensive health monitoring, and support for non-stop forwarding (NSF) during software upgrades. These features ensure carrier-grade availability for service providers and mission-critical data center environments requiring 99.999% uptime.

HPE Arista 7368X4 Switch