REFURBISHED
Arista
Arista DCS-7160-32CQ-R Refurbished - 32-Port 100GbE Switch
MPN: DCS-7160-32CQ-R
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The Arista DCS-7160-32CQ-R is a purpose-built, high-density 100 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for modern data center spine, leaf, and interconnect roles. Equipped with 32 x QSFP28 ports, this fixed-configuration platform delivers wire-rate 100GbE performance across all ports, making it well-suited for bandwidth-intensive workloads, high-frequency trading environments, and large-scale virtualized infrastructure.Powered by Arista's industry-renowned Extensible Operating System (EOS), the DCS-7160-32CQ-R provides a consistent, programmable, and highly stable network operating environment. EOS supports robust automation capabilities, including native integration with Ansible, Python, and REST APIs, enabling network teams to streamline provisioning and reduce operational overhead.
The "-R" suffix in the model designation indicates rear-to-front airflow, making it compatible with hot-aisle/cold-aisle data center cooling architectures. This unit has been professionally Refurbished to restore full operational capability, offering enterprise-grade performance at a fraction of the cost of new hardware.
WhaleyComm sources and tests Refurbished Arista hardware to ensure reliability before deployment. This switch is an ideal choice for organizations looking to expand or upgrade their data center fabric without the capital expenditure of new equipment. Each unit is inspected, tested, and ready for deployment in production environments.
Technical Specifications
{'Manufacturer Part Number'
'DCS-7160-32CQ-R', 'Brand': 'Arista', 'Port Configuration': '32 x 100GbE QSFP28', 'Port Speed': '100 Gigabit Ethernet', 'Port Type': 'QSFP28', 'Airflow Direction': 'Rear-to-Front (Port-Side Exhaust)', 'Form Factor': '1U Rack-Mount', 'Operating System': 'Arista EOS', 'Condition': 'Refurbished'}
Ideal Use Cases
Data Center Spine Layer
The DCS-7160-32CQ-R's 32 x 100GbE QSFP28 ports make it an excellent spine switch in leaf-spine fabric architectures. Its wire-rate forwarding ensures no bottlenecks as traffic scales across the data center core.
High-Performance Computing (HPC) Interconnect
Organizations running compute-intensive workloads such as AI/ML training, simulation, or rendering pipelines benefit from the low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity this switch provides. The 100GbE port density supports dense server interconnects without compromising throughput.
Campus or Enterprise Network Aggregation
For large enterprise environments requiring high-capacity aggregation between building distribution layers and the core, the DCS-7160-32CQ-R delivers the port density and throughput needed at a reduced cost through Refurbished availability.
What's Included
✔ Arista DCS-7160-32CQ-R Refurbished Switch
✔ Power Supply Unit(s) [Verify quantity included]
✔ Fan Module(s) [Verify if field-replaceable units included]
Lifetime Warranty - No Time Limits. No Questions.
Every WhaleyComm unit ships with a Lifetime Warranty. If it fails under normal operating conditions at any point, we replace it. 25 years, 5,000+ customers.
Compatibility Details
Review supported optics, cables, software, management protocols, and environment-specific compatibility guidance.
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The Arista DCS-7160-32CQ-R runs Arista EOS and is compatible with standard QSFP28 100GbE optics and cables, including 100GBASE-SR4, 100GBASE-LR4, and Direct Attach Copper (DAC) assemblies. It integrates natively within Arista leaf-spine fabrics and supports interoperability with Arista CloudVision for centralized management, telemetry, and provisioning. EOS automation frameworks are compatible with Ansible, Python (eAPI), NETCONF, and REST API workflows. [Verify specific EOS version compatibility and optic qualification list with Arista's published hardware compatibility matrix prior to deployment.]
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Shipping
Orders ship within 1-2 business days.
Returns
Contact support for DOA or warranty issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Product-specific answers about compatibility, testing, warranty, fulfilment, and purchase confidence.
The "-R" designates rear-to-front airflow (also described as port-side exhaust), meaning cool air enters from the port side and exhausts out the rear. This configuration is typically used in cold-aisle intake / hot-aisle exhaust data center setups.
Yes, the DCS-7160-32CQ-R uses industry-standard QSFP28 form-factor ports compatible with 100GbE optics such as SR4, LR4, and DAC cables. We recommend verifying specific optic models against Arista's published compatibility list for your deployment.
Refurbished means the unit has been previously deployed and has since been professionally inspected, tested, and restored to full operational condition. WhaleyComm sources Refurbished Arista hardware to deliver enterprise-grade performance at reduced capital cost.
Yes, the DCS-7160-32CQ-R runs Arista EOS and is compatible with Arista CloudVision (CVP) for centralized management, streaming telemetry, and network-wide automation. Verify your specific CVP and EOS version requirements with your network team prior to integration.
Arista DCS-7160-32CQ-R Refurbished - 32-Port 100GbE Switch
$1,350.00
Arista
Arista DCS-7160-32CQ-R Refurbished - 32-Port 100GbE Switch
MPN: DCS-7160-32CQ-R
$1,350.00
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