Important! Ultimate disposal of this product should be in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. Safety Information Refer to the Arista Networks document Safety Information and Translated Safety Warnings available at: http://www.aristanetworks.com/en/support/docs/eos 7000 Series 2 RU Quick Start Guide...
Chapter 1: Overview 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: • Email: support@aristanetworks.com. This is the easiest way to create a new service request.
Chapter 2: Preparation 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. Important! To prevent the switch from overheating, do not operate it in an area where the ambient temperature exceeds 40°C (104°F).
Minimize handling of assemblies and components. • Keep replacement parts in their original static-free packaging. • Remove all plastic, foam, vinyl, paper, and other static-generating materials from the work area. • Use tools that do not create ESD. Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Chapter 3 Rack Mounting the Switch 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. • Section 3.1 provides instructions for mounting the switch in a two-post rack.
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Figure 5: 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 4: Cabling the Switch. Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch Four-Post Rack Mount The switch is mounted onto a four-post rack by assembling two rails onto the rear posts, sliding the switch onto the rails, then securing the switch to the front posts. The installation kit provides two bracket-rail assemblies. The following four-post mounting parts are extracted from each assembly: •...
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Figure 9: Extracting the Bracket-Rail Assembly Step 2 While pressing the locking clip on the bracket (Figure 9-Right), resume pulling the bracket from the rail until the separation is complete. Step 3 Repeat the procedure for the other assembly. Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
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Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch 3.2.2 Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Chassis Figure 10 displays the front bracket alignment for mounting the switch into a four post rack. Figure 10: Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch Chassis This procedure attaches mounting brackets to the switch chassis as depicted by Figure Step 1 Align the mounting brackets with the attachment pins to obtain the desired mounting position.
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(Figure 13, inset Step 3 Repeat step 1 through step 2 for the left posts. Ensure the rails are on the same horizontal level. Figure 13: Attaching the Rails Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
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Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch 3.2.5 Attaching the Switch to the Rack After the rails are installed, the switch slides on the rails into the rack. Each bracket includes a thumb screw that attaches the switch to the rail Step 1 Lift the switch into the rack and insert the mounting brackets into the slide rails.
AC power supply, including the power socket on the left side of the module. Figure 16: AC Power Supply The power supplies require power cables that comply with IEC-320 and have a C13 plug. The accessory kit provides two IEC-320 C13 to C14 power cables, each two meters long. Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
Chapter 4: Cabling the Switch Connecting Serial and Management Cables The accessory kit includes the following cables: • RJ-45 to DB-9 serial adapter cable. • RJ-45 Ethernet cable. Table 2 lists the pin connections of the RJ-45 to DB-9 adapter cable. Table 2: RJ-45 to DB-9 Connections RJ-45 DB-9...
Chapter 5: Configuring the Switch 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.
Appendix A: Status Indicators Appendix A Status Indicators Front Indicators A.1.1 Switch Indicators 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 18 displays the DCS-7050SX-128 front panel LEDs.
LED states. Port LED behavior for QSFP+ and SFP+ ports is consistent. Table 4: Port LED States LED State Status Port link is down. Green Port link is up. Yellow Port is software disabled. Flashing Yellow Port failed diagnostics. Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
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Appendix A: Status Indicators Rear Status Indicators Fan and power supply modules are accessed from the rear panel. Each fan and power supply module contains an LED that reports the module status. Appendix D displays the rear panel of all switches covered by this guide.
Two-Post Rack Mount Parts Figure 23: Two-Post Rack Mount Parts Cables Table 7: Switch Cables Quantity Description 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 Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
Appendix C: Front Panel Appendix C Front Panel This appendix displays the front panel of all switches covered by this guide. DCS-7250QX-64 Figure 24: DCS-7250QX-64 Front Panel DCS-7050SX-128 Figure 25: DCS-7050SX-128 Front Panel 7000 Series 2 RU Quick Start Guide...
Appendix D: Rear Panel Appendix D Rear Panel This appendix displays the rear panel of all switches covered by this guide. All Models Figure 26: Rear Panel Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
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