Arista NIM-1QC | AWE-7200R NIM, Short Form Factor, OCP 3.0, 1x 100GbE QSFP28

Q: Which Arista routers is the NIM-1QC compatible with?
A: The NIM-1QC is compatible with the Arista AWE-7200R Series Enterprise WAN Routers. Specifically, the AWE-7230R-4TX-4S-F supports up to 2 NIM slots, while the AWE-7250R-16S-F supports up to 4 NIM slots.

Q: What type of transceivers or cables can I use with the NIM-1QC?
A: The NIM-1QC features a QSFP28 port, which is compatible with a wide range of 100GbE transceivers (including SR4, LR4, CWDM4) and 100G Direct Attach Cables (DAC) or Active Optical Cables (AOC).

Q: Is the NIM-1QC hot-swappable?
A: Yes, the NIM-1QC is a hot-swappable module, allowing you to install or replace it without powering down the AWE-7200R Series router, minimising network downtime during upgrades.

Q: What does OCP 3.0 compliance mean for the NIM-1QC?
A: OCP 3.0 (Open Compute Project) compliance means the NIM-1QC adheres to open, standardised hardware specifications for data centre equipment, supporting modern, interoperable infrastructure deployments.

Q: How is the NIM-1QC managed?
A: The NIM-1QC operates under Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System), the same OS used across Arista's switching and routing platforms, providing a unified and consistent management experience.

Q: Can I purchase the Arista NIM-1QC in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware specialist stocking Arista networking equipment including expansion modules like the NIM-1QC. Contact our team for pricing, availability, and configuration advice tailored to your deployment.