Arista DCS-7130-96LBAS-F | 7130LS 96-Port SFP+ Layer 1+ FPGA Switch, 5ns, VU9P

Q: What makes the Arista 7130LS Series different from a standard data centre switch?
A: Unlike conventional switches that use store-and-forward or cut-through forwarding with queuing, the Arista 7130LS Series operates as a Layer 1+ FPGA switch — delivering deterministic 5 ns latency with no buffering or queuing. It combines hardware-speed switching with a programmable Xilinx Virtex UltraScale+ FPGA for in-network applications, making it uniquely suited to ultra-low latency environments such as high-frequency trading and financial market data.

Q: What is the Atomic Clock used for in this switch?
A: The integrated Atomic Clock provides sub-nanosecond precision timestamping directly in hardware. This is critical for applications like MetaWatch (tap aggregation and timestamping), market data analytics, compliance recording, and any workload where highly accurate time synchronisation across network events is required.

Q: Can I develop custom FPGA applications for this platform?
A: Yes. Arista provides the FPGA Development Kit (FDK), which includes APIs, IP cores, and sample code. The DCS-7130-96LBAS-F uses the LB (Large Board) standard, which also supports third-party partner FPGA applications. Developers can build custom in-network processing applications on the Xilinx Virtex UltraScale+ VU9P-3 FPGA.

Q: What Arista software applications are supported on this platform?
A: The 7130LS Series supports a range of Arista network applications including MetaMux (ultra-low latency 39 ns multiplexing), MetaWatch (tap aggregation and timestamping), and MetaProtect. The platform runs Arista MOS/EOS and integrates with CloudVision for workload orchestration, workflow automation, and real-time telemetry.

Q: Is the DCS-7130-96LBAS-F available in Australia, and can I purchase it from IP Trading?
A: Yes. The Arista DCS-7130-96LBAS-F is available through iptrading.com.au, an Australian-owned and operated IT hardware reseller with over 20 years of experience. Contact the team directly for pricing, lead times, and configuration advice tailored to your deployment requirements.

Q: What airflow direction does the DCS-7130-96LBAS-F use, and what is included in the box?
A: This unit features front-to-rear (port-side to non-port-side) airflow, compatible with standard hot-aisle/cold-aisle data centre rack layouts. Note that the unit ships as a chassis with dual AC power supplies (2 x 460W); PSU and fan kit accessories may need to be confirmed separately at time of ordering.