Arista DCS-7130-96LS-R | 7130LS 96-Port 10G SFP+ Layer 1+ FPGA Switch, 5ns

Q: What makes the Arista 7130LS 96-port switch different from a standard data centre switch?
A: Unlike traditional Ethernet switches that rely on ASIC-based packet processing with microsecond-range latency, the Arista 7130LS uses a Xilinx Virtex UltraScale+ VU7P-2 FPGA to deliver Layer 1+ switching at just 5 nanoseconds — orders of magnitude faster. This makes it ideal for applications where every nanosecond counts, such as high-frequency trading, market data feeds, and precision network timing.

Q: What applications can be run on the onboard FPGA?
A: The VU7P-2 FPGA supports Arista's own applications including MetaMux (ultra-low latency multiplexing at 39 ns) and MetaWatch (tap aggregation with sub-nanosecond timestamping), as well as validated third-party FPGA partner applications. Organisations can also develop custom applications using the Arista FPGA Development Kit (FDK), which provides APIs, IP cores, and sample code.

Q: What does 'rear-to-front airflow' mean for rack deployment?
A: Rear-to-front airflow means air enters from the port side (rear of the rack face) and exhausts out the front. This suits hot-aisle/cold-aisle configurations where the rear of the rack faces the hot aisle. It is important to confirm your rack's cooling design aligns with this airflow direction before deployment.

Q: Does the DCS-7130-96LS-R include power supplies and fans?
A: The DCS-7130-96LS-R includes 2x AC power supplies and rear-to-front airflow fans. Note that the PSU/fan kit may be sold separately for some configurations — please confirm with IP Trading when ordering to ensure your bundle is complete for deployment.

Q: Is the Arista 7130LS managed by Arista EOS and CloudVision?
A: Yes. The switch runs Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System), a fully programmable, Linux-based network OS with a consistent CLI experience across the Arista portfolio. It integrates with CloudVision for centralised management, workflow automation, streaming telemetry, and workload orchestration across your network.

Q: Can I purchase the Arista DCS-7130-96LS-R in Australia through IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller with access to enterprise-grade Arista networking equipment. Contact our team for pricing, lead times, and configuration advice tailored to your environment.