Getting Started with Arista Networks

Welcome to Arista Networks A-Care Support!

Please feel free to use this page as a checklist to help you get started with your new switch and ensure you have access to all the needed resources.

We recommend the following resources below:


1. Support Access Registration

A registered account and a valid support contract is required to access the Software Download and Documentation section of the website. Click on the registration link below to setup your account:

Registration


2. Starting documentation


7500 Series Quick Start Guide

The Quick Start Guide provides assistance with the initial installation, access and configuration of your new Arista Networks 7508 switch.

7100 Series and 7048T Quick Start Guide

The Quick Start Guide provides assistance with the initial installation, access and configuration of your new Arista Networks 7100 Series switch.

7048T-A, 7124SX and 7050 Series Quick Start Guide

The Quick Start Guide provides assistance with the initial installation, access and configuration of your new Arista Networks 7124SX, 7048T-A and the 7050 Series switches

7000 Series Safety Information

The Safety Information document provides important safety information and warnings, available in several languages.


Quick Start Guides for Management Fundamentals


7100 Series Management Fundamentals

This guide provides assistance with configuring the management features of your new Arista Networks 7100 switch including SNMP, syslog and monitoring tools.

7050 Series Management Fundamentals

This guide provides assistance with configuring the management features of your new Arista Networks 7050 switch including SNMP, syslog and monitoring tools.



3. Latest EOS version

The latest EOS version is available for download at the link below.

EOS Software Downloads

4. Knowledge Base and FAQ


EOS Central

Search through tech-tips and wiki entries that cover a multitude of topics about configuring and leveraging EOS features

Arista Networks Support FAQ

Have a question about getting started with your Arista Networks switch? Check our Frequently Asked Questions area for an answer.

Arista Networks Support Knowledge Base

Investigate our library of Knowledge Base articles for an in depth look at a variety of support topics.