Arista 7304 Switch Chassis (DCS-7304-CH)
Brand: Arista · SKU: DCS-7304-CH · MPN: DCS-7304-CH · Category: Networking
The Arista DCS-7304-CH is a 7300X Series modular switch chassis designed for large-scale data centers, supporting leaf and spine or SplineTM applications. It features two supervisor slots for redundancy, four line card slots, four fabric module slots, eight fan module slots, and four power supply slots. The chassis supports high-density line cards for flexible combinations of 100M, 1G, 10G, 40G, and 100G switching. It has an internal CLOS architecture with wire-speed L2/L3/L4 performance. The system supports reversible front-to-rear or rear-to-front airflow and offers high availability through hot-swappable components. The 7304 chassis occupies 8 Rack Units (8RU).
Specifications
| Airflow | Reversible front-to-rear or rear-to-front |
|---|---|
| Latency | Less than 2usec in cut-through mode |
| Rack Space | 8RU |
| Fan Modules | 8 |
| Form Factor | Switch Chassis |
| Line Card Slots | 4 |
| Supervisor Slots | 2 (Not Included, Options: DCS-7300-SUP, DCS-7300-SUP-D) |
| Power Supply Slots | 4 (Not Included, Options: PWR-3KT-AC-BLUE, PWR-3K-DC-BLUE) |
| Fabric Module Slots | 4 (Option: DCS-7324X-FM-F for 7300X Series) |
| Maximum Throughput (7300 Series) | Over 40 Tbps fabric capacity (varies by configuration) |
| Maximum Port Density (Example w/ 7320X-32C-LC) | 512 x 10GbE Ports or 128 x 40GbE Ports |
| Warranty | Varies; one source mentioned a minimum 90-day warranty for refurbished units. |
| Weight | 78 lbs (Chassis only) |
| Dimensions | 13.86 x 17.36 x 23.74 inches (HxWxD) |
Key Features
The Arista 7304 is a modular chassis from the 7300 Series, built on an internal CLOS architecture ideal for scalable leaf/spine and Spline networks. It supports wire-speed Layer 2/3/4 forwarding with high-density line cards. Its modular design allows for redundant supervisors, hot-swappable power, fabric, and cooling modules, ensuring high availability and simplified serviceability in data center environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this product genuine OEM?
Yes, this Arista 7304 Switch Chassis (DCS-7304-CH) (DCS-7304-CH) is 100% genuine Arista hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
What warranty is included?
This Arista 7304 Switch Chassis (DCS-7304-CH) includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
How long does shipping take?
We offer free ground shipping which typically takes 3-5 business days. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout for faster delivery.
Can I return this product?
Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.
Is the Arista 7304 Switch Chassis (DCS-7304-CH) compatible with my system?
Please check the specifications tab for detailed compatibility information. Our technical team is available to assist with compatibility questions for the DCS-7304-CH.
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