Arista 7060X5 Series
The Arista 7060X5 series operates on the Broadcom Tomahawk 4 ASIC. It represents high-end, scale-out tier networks for web service providers, AI/ML backend infrastructures, and hyperscale environments operating at 400G and 800G.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Ports | Dense 400G and 800G deployments |
| Total Buffer | Up to 114 MB |
| Architecture | Dynamically Shared Pool |
Buffer Architecture
Capitalizing on the power of Tomahawk 4, the 7060X5 introduces a substantial shared buffer of up to 114 MB. This pool handles the immense throughput without congestion drops traversing multi-terabit fabrics. The allocation guarantees zero packet-loss handling when configured properly for high-stakes ML workflows and clustered GPU communication that rely on latency-optimized, bursty transmissions.
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See Also
- Broadcom Tomahawk 4 Architecture — ASIC-level buffer details
- Back to the main buffer table