The Arista 720XP-48ZC2 is a campus access switch for wireless-first buildings and digital campuses that need stronger edge capacity without redesigning the distribution layer. It supports heavier traffic from dense access deployments and helps maintain reliable connectivity as connected devices grow.
As campuses add more wireless devices, collaboration traffic and connected equipment, access layers have to carry more load without creating extra complexity in the rest of the network.
The Arista 720XP-48ZC2 is a high-capacity access switch for wireless-first buildings and busy digital campuses. It fits environments where edge ports, uplinks and operational control all need to scale together.
With 48×SFP-DD ports, 2×QSFP-DD uplinks and up to 400G port speed, the platform gives infrastructure teams room to absorb growing AP density, IoT traffic and local user demand. It runs EOS and uses hot-swappable PSUs for practical maintenance in live environments.
That combination helps keep access connectivity responsive as more services move to the edge. It also supports a cleaner path for staged expansion, with fewer immediate changes to upstream design.
For teams planning the Arista 720XP-48ZC2, our specialists can help shape a deployment that matches your access-layer requirements and operational model.
The Arista 720XP-48ZC2 is a networking switch for enterprise and data centre environments, providing a resilient platform for high-density connectivity, scalable aggregation, and operational consistency across deployed networks.
Flexible High-Speed Access
The platform delivers dense switching connectivity with 48×SFP-DD ports for access and aggregation roles.
Uplink-Capable Architecture
Two QSFP-DD ports provide high-speed uplink paths that support upstream integration within the network fabric.
400G Forwarding Capability
The switch supports maximum port speeds up to 400G, enabling high-bandwidth connectivity where required.
Stackable Deployment Model
Stacking support allows multiple switches to operate as a coordinated system for simplified expansion.
Unified Switch Control
Stacking helps present multiple units as a coordinated switching domain for more consistent day-to-day operations.
Deployment Scalability
The platform can be expanded by adding stacked units without changing the overall operational model.
Fabric Adaptability
The port mix supports varied network designs that combine access density with high-speed uplinks.
If you are planning dense campus or data centre switching, our team can help align the 720XP-48ZC2 with your aggregation, uplink, and stacking requirements.
| Product Family | Arista CCS |
|---|---|
| Product Series | 720XP |
| Deployment | Campus |
| Target Organisation Size | Enterprise |
| Primary Use Case | Access |
| Product Tier | Flagship |
| Network Architecture | Layer 3 |
| Access Ports | 48 |
| Access Port Architecture | SFP-DD |
| Uplink Ports | 2 |
| Uplink Architecture | QSFP-DD |
| Total Ports | 50 |
| Maximum Port Speed | 400G |
| Port Configuration | 48×SFP-DD + 2×QSFP-DD |
| PoE | No |
| PoE Budget (W) | None |
| Stacking | Supported |
| Power Redundancy | Hot-swappable PSUs |
| Maximum VLANs | 4096 |
| Routing Capability | Dynamic |
The Arista 720XP-48ZC2 is an access-layer switch for high-density edge environments that need more bandwidth than legacy 1GbE closets can carry. It fits Wi‑Fi-heavy, device-rich deployments where uptime, clean uplinks and low support overhead matter.
In conference floors, resorts and busy guest areas, older access closets often struggle with dense Wi‑Fi 6/6E, cameras, PoS and building IoT. This model helps keep wireless aggregation from becoming the bottleneck.
For collaboration suites, hot-desking floors and video-heavy meeting rooms, the pressure is on AP density and consistent user experience. The 48-port edge provides enough room for roaming staff, cloud apps and secure IoT without forcing early uplifts.
Hospital wings and outpatient areas need stable access for dense Wi‑Fi, telehealth rooms, telemetry carts and security devices. The stronger uplink capacity gives clinical teams more headroom when multiple services converge on one closet.
Architecture teams moving large CAD and BIM files need fast, dependable access for wireless collaboration rooms, AV spaces and plotters. This switch supports heavier local traffic where standard office access can slow reviews and file movement.
In automated warehouses, scanner traffic, cameras, mobile devices and AP grids create constant edge demand. The 720XP-48ZC2 helps keep aisle traffic moving and reduces the risk of congestion reaching the distribution layer too early.
Our team can help design and deploy Arista 720XP-48ZC2 access layers for hospitality, professional services, healthcare, architecture and logistics environments, matching port density, uplinks and operational requirements to the site layout.
Many of our vendor partners offer their own flexible finance programs, available for orders over a certain threshold.
As part of our free consultation and advisory service, we can:
Alternatively, we also work independently with third-party organisations to offer the best possible flexible leasing solutions.
Our team is here to help your businesses avoid upfront costs and keep your next IT project on budget. Submit an enquiry today to explore your options.
Instead of letting unused hardware depreciate or go to waste, our simple IT Asset Trade-In Service helps businesses to regain capital or receive credit towards future purchases.
Our team will assesses the market value of your equipment, managing the entire process from secure collection through to resale or responsible recycling.
To get started, simply submit an enquiry and we’ll respond within 24 working hours.
As a certified partner to industry-leading vendors, we provide access to promotions that reduce upfront spend and accelerate upgrade strategies.
When you work with us, we can bundle and stack multiple offers, navigate application processes, and secure pricing that often isn’t accessible without an official vendor partner.
Visit our promotions hub to explore current offers and discuss your eligibility.
Below you’ll find alternative models, suitable software and services that pair with this solution – helping you to avoid compatibility issues, reduce support overhead and deploy with confidence.
Not all deployments fit standard configurations. If you’re weighing up options or want a second opinion on your setup, our team is here to help with honest, straightforward advice backed by decades of vendor knowledge.
Not sure which model is right for your environment? Our specialists can help you select the right platform for your infrastructure requirements.
