Arista Networks
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What is Arista Networks
Arista Networks provides data center networking hardware and software, primarily Ethernet switches and a network operating system used to build leaf-spine fabrics and high-throughput data center networks. It targets network and infrastructure teams operating enterprise data centers, cloud environments, and high-performance computing/AI clusters. The platform centers on Arista EOS (Extensible Operating System) and automation/telemetry capabilities designed for large-scale, programmable operations.
Scalable leaf-spine switching
Arista’s switching portfolio supports common data center fabric designs such as leaf-spine and high-density top-of-rack deployments. It is used in environments that require high port density and predictable east-west traffic performance. The product line spans multiple speeds and form factors, enabling consistent designs across racks and pods.
Single OS across platforms
Arista EOS provides a consistent operating model across many Arista switch families. This reduces operational variance when standardizing configurations, upgrades, and troubleshooting across a fleet. A common OS also supports repeatable automation patterns and change control processes.
Automation and telemetry focus
Arista emphasizes programmatic management via APIs and tooling aligned to network automation workflows. Streaming telemetry and state visibility support monitoring and troubleshooting at scale. This is useful for teams that want to integrate network operations with broader infrastructure observability and CI/CD-style change processes.
Hardware-centric procurement model
Arista’s core value is delivered through its switching hardware paired with EOS, which can require significant capital planning for refresh cycles. Organizations seeking primarily software-defined overlays may still need additional components or platforms for full network virtualization. This can complicate comparisons with solutions that focus more on abstracted, software-only networking.
Advanced features increase complexity
Designing and operating modern data center fabrics (EVPN/VXLAN, multi-site designs, segmentation) requires specialized networking expertise. While EOS provides tooling to help, the architecture and feature set still demand careful planning, testing, and operational discipline. Smaller teams may find the learning curve and operational overhead non-trivial.
Ecosystem and licensing considerations
Capabilities for management, analytics, and security can involve separate products, subscriptions, or feature tiers depending on the deployment. Buyers often need to validate which functions are included versus add-ons for their target use cases. This can lengthen evaluation cycles and complicate total cost modeling.
Plan & Pricing
| Product / Offer | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Arista EOS as a Subscription (EaaS) | $495 per month (select fixed configuration products) | Includes all EOS advanced feature licenses and 24x7 A-Care support (official Arista PR; general availability noted Q2 CY2015). |
| Arista 7050-64 (historical list price from Arista press release) | $29,995 (one-time, U.S. list) | Older Arista press release list price for 7050-64 switch; many current platform prices are not published and are available via partners/sales. |
| Arista 7500 (4-slot) (historical list price from Arista press release) | $99,995 (one-time, U.S. list) | Example historical list price for modular 7500 series. Per-port pricing for other 7500/7500E announcements published historically (see notes). |
| Arista 7500E / other (historical per-port guidance) | ~$10,000 per 100GbE port; ~$2,200 per 40GbE port; < $600 per 10GbE port | Per-port pricing figures published in Arista product press materials (historic guidance; current pricing typically quoted via sales/resellers). |
| Edge Threat Management — NG Firewall (software apps) | Starting at $25.00 per month (per app or NG Firewall Complete bundles) | Official Edge (edge.arista.com) shop pages show app pricing starting at $25/mo and explicitly state a 30-day free trial for apps; free-tier/basic features remain after trial expiration. |
| Edge Threat Management — Appliances (Q4 / Q8 / Q8W) | Purchase: Q4 $629, Q8 $1,260, Q8W $1,345; HaaS: Q4 $33/mo, Q8 $73/mo, Q8W $77/mo | Official Edge shop/cart and Hardware-as-a-Service program pages. Pricing statement notes software subscriptions are not included in appliance price. |
| CloudVision CUE — promotional free AP program | Free: one Arista Wi‑Fi access point + 1-year CloudVision CUE (subject to eligibility) | Official Arista Solutions promotion with terms & conditions and eligibility requirements. |
Notes: Most current data-center switch/list pricing is not published on Arista’s public site; Arista commonly directs customers to contact Arista sales or authorized partners for quotes and volume/custom configurations. Historical list prices and subscription entry points are available in Arista press releases and product/offering pages cited in official Arista site content.
Seller details
Arista Networks, Inc.
Santa Clara, California, USA
2004
Public
https://www.arista.com/
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