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Arista 7000 Series Quick Start Manual

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Quick Start Guide
7000 Series – Rev 2
Data Center Switches
DCS-7050QX-32S
DCS-7050SX-64
Arista Networks
www.aristanetworks.com
PDOC-00041-Preliminary

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  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide 7000 Series – Rev 2 Data Center Switches DCS-7050QX-32S DCS-7050SX-64 Arista Networks www.aristanetworks.com PDOC-00041-Preliminary...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2014 Arista Networks, Inc. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Arista Networks and the Arista logo are trademarks of Arista Networks, Inc in the United States and other countries. Other product or service names...

  • Page 3: Chapter 1 Overview

    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 Inform ation and Translated Safety Warnings available at: http://www.aristanetworks. com/en/support/docs/eos 7100 Series Quick Start Gu...

  • Page 4: Obtaining Technical Assistance

    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.

  • Page 5: Chapter 2 Preparation

    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).

  • Page 6: Tools Required For Installation

    Chapter 2: Preparation • Power Requirements: The switch requires one of these circuits: — 100-240 VAC~ 50-60 Hz 6.5A - 3A. Two circuits provide redundancy protection. Section 4.1 describes power cable requirements. Important! The power input plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times; it provides the primary method of disconnecting power from the system.

  • Page 7: Chapter 3 Rack Mounting The Switch

    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-7050QX-32S switch. The accessory kit provides components for installing the switch in two-post and four-post racks. •...

  • Page 8: Attaching Mounting Brackets To The Chassis

    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...

  • Page 9: Four-Post Rack Mount

    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 the following four-post mounting parts: •...
  • Page 10 Step 2 Place the bracket flush on the chassis with attachment pins protruding through key-openings. Step 3 Slide the bracket toward the front flange until the bracket clip locks with an audible click. Figure 9: Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch Chassis Arista Networks Copyright 2013...
  • Page 11 Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch 3.2.2 Assembling the Rails onto the Equipment Rack Rail-rods and rail-slides assemble into two identical rails. Each rail connects a front post to a rear post. When the rails are installed, the switch slides on the rails into the rack. Each bracket includes a screw that attaches the switch to the rail.
  • Page 12 Step 3 Attach the bracket flanges to the rack post using the bolts supplied with the brackets. Figure 13: Attaching the Switch to the Rack Posts After completing the four-post rack mount, proceed to Chapter 4: Cabling the Switch. Arista Networks Copyright 2013...

  • Page 13: Chapter 4 Cabling The Switch

    Chapter 4: Cabling the Switch Chapter 4 Cabling the Switch Connecting Power Cables Important! Installation of this equipment must comply with loca l and national electrical co des. If necessary, consult with the appropriate regulatory agencies and inspection authorities to ensure compliance. The switch operates with two installed power supplies.
  • Page 14 Chapter 4: Cabling the Switch...

  • Page 15: Connecting Serial And Management Cables

    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...

  • Page 16: Chapter 5 Configuring The Switch

    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.

  • Page 17: Appendix A Status Indicators

    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 17 shows DCS-7050QX-32S and DCS-7050SX-64 front panel LEDs.

  • Page 18: Port Indicators

    LED states. Port LED behavior for QSFP+ and SFP+ ports is consistent. Table 6: 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...
  • Page 19 Appendix A: Status Indicators Rear Status Indicators Fan and power supply modules are accessed from the rear panel. Section D displays the rear panel of all switches covered by this guide. Each fan and power supply module contains an LED that reports the module status. The Fan Status LEDs are on the fan modules, as displayed in Figure Figure 19: Fan Status LED...

  • Page 20: Appendix B Parts List

    Four-Post Rack Mount Parts Figure 22: Four-Post Rack Mount Parts Cables Table 10: 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...

  • Page 21: Appendix C Front Panel

    Appendix C: Front Panel Appendix C Front Panel This appendix displays the front panel of all switches covered by this guide. DCS-7050QX-32S, DCS-7050SX-64 Figure 23: DCS-7050QX-32S Front Panel Figure 24: DCS-7050SX-64 Front Panel 7100 Series Quick Start Gu i l e...

  • Page 22: Appendix D Rear Panel

    Appendix D: Rear Panel Appendix D Rear Panel This appendix displays the rear panel of all switches covered by this guide. All Models Figure 25: Rear Panel...

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