Chapter 1 Overview Scope This guide is intended for properly trained service personnel and technicians who need to install the following Arista Networks Data Center Switches: • DCS-7050SX-128 • DCS-7250QX-64 • DCS-7280CR-48 • DCS-7050TX-128 • DCS-7260QX-64 • DCS-7280CR2-60 • DCS-7050SX2-128 •...
Élimination définitive de ce produit devrait être en conformité avec toutes les lois et règlements applicables. Safety Information Refer to the Arista Networks document Safety Information and Translated Safety Warnings available at: www.arista.com/support/docs/eos Obtaining Technical Assistance Any customer, partner, reseller or distributor holding a valid Arista Service Contract can obtain technical support in any of the following ways: •...
Chapter 1: Overview Specifications Specifications Table 1-1 lists the specifications of Arista Data Center switches covered by this guide. Table 1-1 Switch Specifications Size (W x H x D) DCS-7050SX-128 48.3 x 8.8 x 45.9 cm (19 x 3.5 x 18.1 inches) DCS-7050TX-128 48.3 x 8.8 x 45.9 cm (19 x 3.5 x 18.1 inches)
Chapter 2 Preparation Site Selection The following criteria should be considered when selecting a site to install the switch: • Temperature and Ventilation: For proper ventilation, install the switch where there is ample airflow to the front and back of the switch. The ambient temperature should not go below 0° or exceed 40°C.
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Site Selection Chapter 2: Preparation Figure 2-1: Fan and Power Supply (Air Exit) Modules • Rack Space: Install the switch in a 19" rack or cabinet. The switch height is 2 RU. The accessory kit provides mounting brackets for four-post racks. Contact your sales representative to obtain two-post mounting brackets.
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Chapter 2: Preparation Tools and Parts Required for Installation Tools and Parts Required for Installation The following tools and equipment are required to install the switch: Two-Post Rack • Screws or rack mounting nuts and bolts. • Screwdriver Four-Post Rack (Toolless) No additional equipment required.
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions Chapter 2: Preparation Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
Important! The rack mounting procedure is identical for all switches covered by this guide. Illustrations in this chapter depict the mounting of a DCS-7050SX-128 switch. Les procédure de montage du bâti est identique pour tous les commutateurs visés par ce guide. Illustrations dans ce chapitre montrent le montage d'un interrupteur de DCS-7050SX-128. • Section 3.1 provides instructions for mounting the switch in a two-post rack.
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Two-Post Rack Mount Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Figure 3-2: Improper Bracket Mount Examples for Two-Post Rack Mount 3.1.1 Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Chassis This procedure attaches mounting brackets to the switch chassis (Figure 3-3). Step 1 Align the mounting brackets with the attachment pins to obtain the desired mounting position. Step 2 Place the bracket flush on the chassis with attachment pins protruding through key-openings.
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Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Four-Post Rack Mount Figure 3-4: Inserting the Switch into the Rack Step 2 Select mounting screws that fit your equipment rack. Step 3 Attach the bracket flanges to the rack posts. After completing the two-post rack mount, proceed to Chapter Four-Post Rack Mount The switch is mounted onto a four-post rack by assembling two rails onto the rear posts, sliding the...
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Four-Post Rack Mount Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Figure 3-5: Bracket Mount Examples for Four-Post Rack Mount Figure 3-6: Improper Bracket Mount Example for Four-Post Rack Mount Off-set mount is always an improper bracket mount configuration on switches that have six attachment pins on each side.
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Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Four-Post Rack Mount Figure 3-8: Extracting the Bracket-Rail Assembly Step 2 While pressing the locking clip on the bracket (Figure 3-8-Right), resume pulling the bracket from the rail until the separation is complete. Step 3 Repeat the procedure for the other assembly. 3.2.2 Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Chassis Figure 3-9...
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Four-Post Rack Mount Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Figure 3-10: Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch Chassis 3.2.3 Expanding the Rails The rail is a two-piece mechanism. The rail length is adjusted by sliding the rail-rod inside the rail-slide. The rail clip prevent extension of the rail beyond the maximum supported distance between front and rear rack posts.
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Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Four-Post Rack Mount Step 2 Attach the slide end of the rail to the front post by extending the rail end past the post, then contracting the rail while guiding the rack plugs into the post (Figure 3-12, Inset Step 3 Repeat step 1 through step 2 for the left posts.
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Four-Post Rack Mount Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Step 3 Attach the bracket flanges to the rack post using the quick-release thumb screws supplied with the brackets. Figure 3-14: Attaching the Switch to the Rack Posts After completing the four-post rack mount, proceed to Chapter Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
Chapter 4 Cabling the Switch Connecting Power Cables Important! Installation of this equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. If necessary, consult with the appropriate regulatory agencies and inspection authorities to ensure compliance. Installation de cet équipement doit être conformes aux codes électriques locaux et nationaux. Si nécessaire, consulter les organismes de réglementation appropriés et des autorités de contrôle pour assurer la conformité.
Connecting Power Cables Chapter 4: Cabling the Switch 4.1.1 AC Power Supplies Four power supply models (in each air flow direction) are available for 7000 Series 2 RU switches. The power supply model number is located on the module between the power socket and the fan (Figure 4-1).
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Chapter 4: Cabling the Switch Connecting Power Cables Important! Ensure power is removed from DC circuits before performing any installation actions. Locate the disconnect device, circuit breakers or fuses on DC power lines servicing the circuits. Turn off the power line circuits or remove the fuses. Pouvoir assurer qu'il est retiré...
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Connecting Power Cables Chapter 4: Cabling the Switch 4.1.2.2 1900W DC Power Supply Figure 4-3: 1900W DC power supply To connect a DC power supply to power source: Step 1 Prepare the stranded wiring, see Section 4.1.2.1, Wire and Lug Preparation, on page Step 2 Attach the appropriate lugs to the source DC wires.
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DB-9 The front panel contains the console, management, and USB ports. Figure 4-6 displays the ports on the DCS-7050SX-128 switch. Appendix C displays the front panel of all switches covered by this guide. Figure 4-6: Front Panel Ports Connect the front panel ports as follows: •...
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Connecting Serial and Management Cables Chapter 4: Cabling the Switch • No parity bits • 8 data bits • Ethernet Management Port: Connect to 10/100/1000 management network with RJ-45 Ethernet cable. • USB Port: The USB port may be used for software or configuration updates. Caution Excessive bending can damage interface cables, especially optical cables.
Chapter 5 Configuring the Switch Arista switches ship from the factory in Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) mode. ZTP configures the switch without user intervention by downloading a startup configuration file or a boot script from a location specified by a DHCP server. To manually configure a switch, ZTP is bypassed. The initial configuration...
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When the management port IP address is configured, use this command to access the switch from a host, using the address configured in step 9: ssh admin@192.0.2.8 Refer to the Arista Networks User Manual for complete switch configuration information. Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
Front panel LEDs are located on the right side of the chassis and display system, fan, and power supply status. Appendix C displays the front panels of all switches covered by this guide. Figure A-1 displays the DCS-7050SX-128 front panel LEDs. Figure A-1: System Status Indicators Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Port Indicators Port LEDs, located in the vicinity of their corresponding ports, provide link and operational status. Figure A-2 displays the Port LED location on the DCS-7050SX-128 switch. Appendix C displays the port LED locations of all switches covered by this guide.
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Appendix A: Status Indicators Rear Status Indicators Table A-2 provides status conditions that correspond to port LED states. Port LED behavior for QSFP+ and SFP+ ports is consistent. Table A-2 Port LED States LED State Status Port link is down. Green Port link is up.
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Rear Status Indicators Appendix A: Status Indicators The Power Supply Status LEDs are on the power supply modules, as displayed in Figure A-4. Figure A-4: Power Supply Status LED Table A-4 provides status conditions that correspond to power supply status LED states. Table A-4 Power Supply Status LED States LED State Status...
Appendix B Parts List Each switch provides an accessory kit that contains parts that are required to install the switch. This appendix lists the installation parts contained in the switch accessory kit. Rack Mount Parts Four-post rack mount parts are provided in the accessory kit. Two-post rack mount parts are available through your sales representative.
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Power cables: IEC-320/C13-C14, 13 A, 250 V, 2 meter RJ-45 Patch Panel Cable, 2 meter RJ-45 to DB9 Adapter Cable, 2 meter Warning All provided power cables are for use only with Arista products. Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
Appendix C Front Panel This appendix displays the front panel of all switches covered by this guide. Figure C-1: DCS-7050SX-128 Figure C-2: DCS-7050TX-128 Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Appendix C: Front Panel Figure C-3: DCS-7050SX2-128 Figure C-4: DCS-7050TX2-128 Figure C-5: DCS-7250QX-64 Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Appendix C: Front Panel Figure C-6: DCS-7260QX-64 Figure C-7: DCS-7260CX-64 Power Supply 2 Status LED Power Supply 1 Status LED FAN Tray Status LED System Status LED Ethernet Management Port 7260CX-64 QSFP Console (Serial) Port USB Flash Port Figure C-8: DCS-7260CX3-64 Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Appendix C: Front Panel Figure C-9: DCS-7280CR-48 Power Supply 2 Status LED Power Supply 1 Status LED FAN Tray Status LED System Status LED Ethernet Management Port 7280CR-48 QSFP 100G Console (Serial) Port USB Flash Port Figure C-10: DCS-7280CR2-60 Figure C-11: DCS-7280CR2A-60 Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Appendix C: Front Panel Figure C-12: DCS-7280CR2K-60 Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Appendix C: Front Panel Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
Appendix D Rear Panel This appendix displays the rear panel of all switches covered by this guide. Depending on the power supply modules installed, the rear panel on your switch may appear slightly different. All Models Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Appendix D: Rear Panel Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Regulatory Model Numbers This appendix lists the regulatory model numbers (RMNs) for the product models for the switches described in this document. Table E-1 Regulatory Model Numbers and Product Numbers Regulatory Model Number (RMN) Product Name(s) DCS-7050SX-128 DCS-7050TX-128 DCS-7050SX2-128 DCS-7050TX2-128 DCS-7250QX-64 DCS-7260QX-64...
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Appendix E: Regulatory Model Numbers Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Appendix F Taiwan RoHS Information This appendix provides Taiwan RoHS information for switches covered by this guide. For Taiwan BSMI RoHS Table, go to https://www.arista.com/assets/data/pdf/AristaBSMIRoHS.pdf. Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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Appendix F: Taiwan RoHS Information Quick Start Guide: 7000 Series 2 RU Data Center Switches...
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