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Arista 7130 Series from Arista Networks

Ultra-low-latency switches designed for high-frequency trading with latencies as low as 5 nanoseconds. Features include layer 1 switching, precision timestamping, and programmable FPGA solutions for custom trading applications.

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Low-Latency Network Infrastructure for Trading & Execution

High-speed, optimized network connections designed to minimize transmission delays between trading systems and market venues, which is critical for strategies where microseconds matter.
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Latency & Performance
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Reliability & Resilience
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Security
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Integration & Interoperability
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Scalability
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Visibility, Analytics & Monitoring
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Order Management & Handling
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Data Distribution & Market Data Handling
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Vendor Support & Service
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Cost & Commercials
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FPGA and ASIC Solutions for Market Making/Proprietary Trading

Specialized hardware accelerators using Field-Programmable Gate Arrays or Application-Specific Integrated Circuits to achieve ultra-low latency for critical trading functions.
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Order Management & Execution
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Product Flexibility & Customizability
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Reliability, Redundancy & Fault Tolerance
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Security & Compliance
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Monitoring, Analytics & Diagnostics
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Integration & Ecosystem Support
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Hardware, Footprint & Deployment
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Direct Market Access (DMA) Enables direct connection to exchanges or liquidity providers for low-latency order routing.		Arista 7130 is designed for direct, ultra-low-latency connectivity to trading venues/exchanges, indicating DMA support.
Colocation Availability Support for colocation with exchanges or brokers to minimize network round trip times.		Colocation is a typical deployment; Arista advertises support for colocating switches at exchanges and brokers for lowest latency.
Cross-Connects Capability Ability to utilize physical cross-connects within data centers for ultra-low-latency connection.		Layer 1 and physical programmability enable use of cross-connects in datacenters for ultra-low-latency connections.
Multi-venue Connectivity Supports simultaneous connections to multiple trading venues or exchanges.		Supports simultaneous connections to multiple venues via port mapping; standard for low-latency switches in trading.
Cloud Connectivity Supports integration with major cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc) for hybrid trading infrastructure.		Not as far as we are aware.* 7130 is a hardware switch, not a native cloud appliance; direct cloud integration not intrinsically supported.
API Access Provides robust APIs (FIX, REST, WebSocket, etc.) for order management and market data.		Arista 7130 supports network APIs for monitoring, management, and possibly FPGA programming, though not for order management.
Remote Access Support Enables secure remote access for trading and monitoring when not colocated.		Arista supports remote/secure network access for monitoring and administration.
Last Mile Solutions Options for high-performance last-mile connectivity (fiber, wireless, etc).		No information available
Bandwidth Scalability Ability to flexibly scale up or down network bandwidth as required.		Bandwidth is configurable and scalable via port aggregation and modular backplane.
Redundant Connections Supports multiple redundant network links to reduce risk of downtime.		Redundant network connections and failover are common features in HFT switch infrastructure.

Round-trip Latency Time taken to send an order/message and receive a response from the trading venue.		No information available
Latency Jitter Variability in latency over time.		No information available
Throughput Capacity Maximum number of messages/orders that can be processed per second.		No information available
Packet Loss Rate Percentage of data packets lost during transmission.		No information available
Latency Monitoring Tools Integrated tools for real-time latency measurement and reporting.		Arista provides real-time latency monitoring and timestamping via precision hardware and software.
Network Time Synchronization High-precision clock synchronization (e.g., GPS, PTP) across all components.		GPS/PTP time synchronization is a core feature for precise timestamping.
Guaranteed Service Level Agreement (SLA) Provider guarantees around latency, uptime, and support.		No information available
Prioritization / QoS Supports network Quality of Service (QoS) and message prioritization.		No information available
Single-hop Communication Minimal network hops between trading engine and market venue.		Layer 1 Arista switches offer minimal (single-hop) communication from server to server or server to venue.
Low-latency Switching / Routing Specialized network hardware for sub-microsecond switching/routing.		7130 switches are widely advertised for sub-microsecond (even sub-10ns) switching/routing latency.

Failover Support Automatic switch to backup systems or connections upon primary failure.		Redundant architecture and hot-swap modules enable failover.
Geographical Redundancy Distributed infrastructure across multiple locations for disaster recovery.		Not as far as we are aware.* 7130 is a single platform; geographical redundancy is implemented at deployment, not core switch feature.
Hot/Cold Standby Systems Availability of standby systems that can take over during outages.		7130 supports hot/cold/standby via modular design with duplicate controllers and power.
Network Monitoring Continuous surveillance and health-checks of network infrastructure.		Continuous network monitoring supported via Arista EOS and monitoring platforms.
Automated Incident Response Capability to automatically respond to faults and reroute traffic.		Not as far as we are aware.* Network switches themselves do not perform automated incident response/rerouting beyond basic redundancy/failover.
Self-healing Network Capabilities Infrastructure can diagnose and rectify certain failures autonomously.		7130's fast failover/self-diagnostics modules enable certain self-healing behaviors.
Proactive Maintenance Support Systems in place for regular preventative maintenance.		Proactive maintenance is facilitated via built-in diagnostics and remote monitoring tools.
Downtime Notification Immediate alerting on network issues or outages.		Downtime alerts are part of Arista management/subscription services.
Service Uptime Percentage of time the network infrastructure is available.		No information available
Historical Uptime Records Availability of historical records for downtime events.		No information available

Encryption End-to-end encryption for data-in-transit.		Arista switches provide native encryption for management traffic and can transport encrypted user data.
DDoS Protection Built-in network defense against distributed denial-of-service attacks.		Not as far as we are aware.* Dedicated DDoS protection is outside switch hardware scope; handled by upstream devices.
Access Control Granular user access management and authentication.		Access controls are built in at operating system and management level.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) Active monitoring for unusual or unauthorized activity.		No information available
Security Audits & Penetration Testing Regular third-party audits of infrastructure security.		No information available
Real-Time Security Alerts Instant detection and notification of security incidents.		No information available
Network Segmentation Separation of critical trading infrastructure from general-purpose networks.		Network segmentation is a feature of all enterprise switches, including Arista.
Firewalling Robust firewall solutions to block unauthorized access.		Arista offers firewall features on the management side, though full firewalling is deployed as a network solution.
Physical Security Physical controls and surveillance at data centers and network hubs.		Data centers where Arista 7130 is deployed have robust physical security controls.
Compliance Certification Adherence to relevant regulatory security and privacy standards (e.g. ISO 27001, SOC2).		Arista is a tier-1 vendor with products certified under various compliance regimes (ISO/SOC2 in managed deployments).

FIX Protocol Support Native support for Financial Information eXchange (FIX) protocol.		No information available
Cross-platform Compatibility Works with multiple operating systems and hardware platforms.		Arista devices run EOS, supporting Linux/various APIs and integration with different management and automation environments.
Open API Availability Public documentation and SDKs for easy integration.		eAPI, EOS SDKs, and public documentation are available.
Plug-and-Play Integration Minimal setup required to connect with OMS/EMS and fund management software.		No information available
Data Format Flexibility Support for various trading data formats (JSON, XML, binary).		7130 supports various data formats and protocols for integration and automation.
Back-office System Connectivity Ability to interface with reconciliation, risk, and compliance systems.		Common practice in HFT is for 7130 switches to integrate with back-office and compliance tools via management plane.
Customizable Interfaces Ability to tailor integrations based on unique workflow requirements.		FPGA and programmable pipeline support customizable integration/workflows.
Standard Middleware Support Compatibility with leading middleware solutions for messaging and event handling.		Compatibility with major event/queueing middleware via integration at software level.
Third-party Vendor Certification Certified interoperability with popular trading software vendors.		No information available
Legacy System Support Integration pathways for older infrastructure or proprietary systems.		No information available

Elastic Resource Allocation Dynamically adds capacity for bandwidth, processing, or storage as needed.		Supports elastic scaling of port/bandwidth/FPGA resources as needed (hardware reconfiguration).
Linear Performance Scaling Performance increases proportionally with added resources.		Performance increases linearly with addition of more switch hardware/resources.
Multi-tenancy Support Accommodates multiple users, clients, or funds simultaneously.		7130 switches can serve multiple tenants, VLANs, and clients in typical HFT deployments.
Automated Scaling Tools Systems can auto-provision or decommission based on demand.		No information available
Geographic Expansion Capability Easily extend coverage to new markets or regions.		Arista infrastructure is easily expanded to cover new data centers/markets by deploying more switches.
Order Rate Limit Maximum supported burst rate for order entry.		No information available
User Limit Maximum supported concurrent authenticated users.		No information available
Venue Limit Maximum number of trading venues/exchanges supported.		No information available
Session Scalability Ability to handle increasing numbers of trading or data sessions.		The device is used in high session-count HFT environments, handling large numbers of trading/data sessions.
API Call Rate Limit Maximum rate of programmatic API calls handled reliably.		No information available

Real-time Network Analytics Dashboards and reports for live network performance metrics.		Arista offers real-time analytics dashboards for switch/network performance.
Latency Heatmaps Graphical representations showing latency across venues/routes.		Precision timestamping and reporting enables latency heatmaps across connections.
Order Flow Analytics Visualization of trading activity for performance analysis.		No information available
Historical Data Access Access to retained latency, throughput, and system log data.		System logs and historical performance data are accessible via management APIs.
Custom Alerting Configurable thresholds for automatic notifications of anomalies.		Custom alerting through Arista EOS and monitoring platforms.
API for Metrics Extraction Ability to extract raw or processed data via API.		Arista APIs provide programmatic access to metrics.
End-to-End Tracing Trace orders/messages across their complete lifecycle for troubleshooting.		FPGA and timestamping enable end-to-end tracing; full order lifecycle tracing is dependent on integration.
Audit Logging Complete logging of system and user activity for compliance.		Extensive audit logs provided for network/device activity.
Third-party Monitoring Integration Ability to integrate with popular monitoring tools (Splunk, Prometheus, etc).		Integrates with monitoring stacks like Splunk and Prometheus.
Exportable Reports Generate and export custom reports for management or regulatory review.		Device supports generating/exporting custom reports from system logs and network metrics.

Low-latency Order Routing Specialized mechanisms for routing orders in the shortest possible time.		Layer 1 architecture and FPGA-scheduled order flows allow exceptionally low-latency order routing.
Order Acknowledgment Time Time taken from order send to acknowledgment.		No information available
In-flight Order Modification Ability to modify or cancel orders before execution completes.		No information available
Bulk Order Handling Efficient support for block or program trading.		No information available
Order Sequencing Preserves strict order of message delivery to prevent race conditions.		No information available
Order Persistence Ensures orders are not lost due to network or system failure.		No information available
Trade Drop Copy Support Provides real-time drop copy of executions to back-office and risk systems.		No information available
Order Throttling Enforces configurable limits on order submission rates.		No information available
Anomalous Activity Detection Flagging of suspicious or erroneous order flow.		No information available
Order Timeout/Expiry Handling Automated expiry or cancellation of unfilled orders.		No information available

Low-latency Market Data Feed Handler Specialized systems for ingesting and parsing raw exchange market data.		No information available
Normalized Data Feeds Ability to consume and output market data in standardized formats.		No information available
Multicast/Broadcast Support Efficient data delivery to multiple recipients simultaneously.		No information available
Feed Gap Detection Automatically detects missing or out-of-sequence data packets.		No information available
Snapshot and Incremental Updates Handles both full-depth market snapshots and ticks/updates.		No information available
Dynamic Subscription Management Allows real-time control over subscribed symbols/markets.		No information available
Data Throttling Configurable maximum data delivery rates to client apps.		No information available
Feed Latency Latency from market data generation to receipt by trading engine.		No information available
Historical Data Replay Ability to replay market data for backtesting or simulation.		No information available
Market Data Recovery Automated recovery in case of feed disconnection or corruption.		No information available

24/7 Technical Support Round-the-clock access to vendor technical assistance.		No information available
Dedicated Account Manager Assigned representative for personalized support and escalation.		No information available
Onsite Support Availability Option for physical presence of support staff during incidents or upgrades.		No information available
Knowledge Base/Documentation Comprehensive and regularly-updated online help resources.		No information available
Customer Training Programs Structured onboarding and ongoing user education.		No information available
Custom Implementation Services Vendor-led services for bespoke integration/deployment.		No information available
Regular Product Updates Scheduled releases of new features and bug fixes.		No information available
Incident Escalation Procedure Well-defined escalation paths for urgent issues.		No information available
SLA Enforcement Processes for tracking and enforcing service level agreements.		No information available
Root Cause Analysis Provision of root cause analysis on incidents upon request.		No information available

Transparent Pricing Model Full clarity into cost structure for infrastructure and add-ons.		No information available
Pay-as-you-go Option Consumption-based billing, avoiding high upfront commitment.		No information available
Tiered Subscription Plans Different service levels/capacities at ascending price points.		No information available
Volume Discounts Reduced per-unit cost at higher usage or term commitments.		No information available
No Lock-in Period Ability to exit or downgrade contracts with minimal penalty.		No information available
Free Evaluation/Trial Option to test system performance before full commitment.		No information available
Inclusive Support/Upgrades Basic support, maintenance, and updates included in license cost.		No information available
Clear SLA Penalty Clauses Documented credits or penalties when SLA is not met.		No information available
Cost Predictability Absence of variable, unpredictable costs.		No information available
Usage Analytics for Cost Optimization Reporting tools to help optimize usage and minimize spend.		No information available

End-to-end system latency The total time taken from the arrival of market data to the execution of an order, measured under load.		No information available
Order processing speed Average time taken to receive, process, and send an order to the exchange.		No information available
Deterministic latency (jitter) Variation in latency; lower jitter ensures more predictable performance.		No information available
Message throughput Maximum number of messages the system can process per unit of time.		No information available
Tick-to-trade time Time between receiving a price update (tick) and sending a trading action.		No information available
Batch processing capability Ability to process multiple orders/quotes in parallel batches for efficiency.		Arista 7130 FPGA options enable parallel batch processing of quotes/orders as required by market making apps.
Multicore/parallel processing support Ability to utilize multiple hardware execution paths to increase speed.		Built to leverage multicore and programmable hardware in FPGAs; optimized for parallel pipeline processing.
Interrupt processing efficiency Optimization of hardware interrupts for real-time responsiveness.		L1 architecture and FPGA support allow high efficiency for interrupt processing and real-time trading use cases.
Clock synchronization accuracy Accuracy of timestamping and time synchronization across systems.		No information available
Hardware thread context switching Number of context switches per second supported by hardware threads.		No information available

Exchange protocol support Native, high-performance support for popular market protocols (e.g., FIX, OUCH, ITCH, XPRS, proprietary protocols).		Native support for multiple protocols (FIX, OUCH, ITCH, XPRS, proprietary) via FPGA images and software modules.
Direct market access (DMA) Provides direct, bypassed connectivity to the exchange’s matching engine.		Arista 7130 provides DMA, direct connections to exchange colocations are a central use-case.
Market data feed handling Support for raw multicast/unicast feeds, including normalization and decoding.		Market data feed handling (multicast, unicast, normalization) is supported at the hardware level including through FPGA application.
Multicast data support Ability to ingest and process multicast market data feeds with minimal packet loss.		Multicast support is standard for Layer 1 and FPGA applications; specifically supports high-fanout, low packet loss market feeds.
Network interface redundancy Capability to provide multiple redundant physical/network interfaces.		Dual network connections and redundant interface support widely documented for Arista's 7130 high-reliability deployment.
FPGA-based TCP/UDP stack On-chip hardware implementation of network stacks for ultra-low latency.		FPGA-based TCP/UDP processing available as part of programmable networking stack.
Feed handler capacity Maximum number of concurrent feeds supported.		No information available
Packet-per-second processing Capable of processing high packet rates, important for bursty trading periods.		No information available
Pluggable protocol modules Ability to extend support to additional protocols via add-on modules.		FPGA design allows for protocol customization and pluggable protocol modules.
Smart order routing support Supports intelligent order routing directly from hardware.		No information available

Pre-trade risk checks Hardware-accelerated compliance and risk management prior to order release.		FPGA programmed pre-trade (layer 1) risk checks available.
Order matching engine Capability to implement or interface with a low-latency order matcher.		Order matching logic available as FPGA application in certain models or as part of integrated solutions.
Cancel/replace speed Time required to cancel or replace an order.		No information available
Batch order submission Ability to submit and process batched orders natively.		FPGA batch order processing and submission possible using trading FPGA image.
Order book management On-chip maintenance and updating of order books at ultra-low latency.		No information available
Throttling & flood protection Protects against excessive order rates or malicious activity in hardware.		Flood and rate limiting at hardware level built-in to 7130 series for market making and exchange link protection.
Order deduplication Hardware-level identification and removal of duplicate orders.		No information available
Order-to-trade ratio enforcement Imposes market-compliant order/trade activity limits in real-time.		No information available
Position management Real-time tracking and updating of open positions in hardware.		No information available
Quote risk reduction Automatic quote removal based on preset risk parameters.		No information available

Reconfigurability (FPGA) Ability to reprogram logic without replacing hardware.		FPGA reconfigurability is a core feature of the 7130 (can reprogram logic images without hardware replacement).
Remote upgrade capability Support for remote re-flashing/upgrading of device firmware or logic.		Remote upgrade/management—including firmware, FPGA bitstream, and configuration—is standard for Arista 7130.
Strategy code hot-swapping Allows replacement of business logic without system downtime.		No information available
Parameterization of trading logic Trading strategies can be dynamically tuned via external interfaces.		No information available
Custom protocol/handler development support SDKs/Toolkits available for building custom market interfaces.		No information available
Support for multiple asset classes Design supports cash equities, derivatives, FX, and other asset types.		Multiple asset classes supported where protocol FPGA images are deployed; not limited to a single asset type.
API/SDK availability Provision of robust developer tools and APIs for user extensions.		Robust APIs and SDKs available for FPGA development, trading application, and integration.
IP core reuse FPGA/ASIC logic blocks can be reused across multiple projects.		No information available
On-the-fly logic reload time Time it takes to upload a new strategy or logic image without cold restarting.		No information available
Simultaneous multi-strategy support Can run different strategies in parallel, isolated from each other.		Configuration supports simultaneous, hardware-isolated FPGA logic for multi-strategy operation on a single device.

Power consumption Typical or maximum power draw under load.		No information available
Physical form factor Supported deployment formats (PCIe card, appliance, rack-mount, etc.)		Form factor includes compact appliance, rack-mounted 1U/2U/4U units and PCIe card options.
Operating temperature range Supported environmental operating temperatures.		No information available
Size/dimensions Physical size of the hardware unit.		No information available
Rack density Number of deployment units per rack.		No information available
Environmental certifications Certifications for datacenter or colo environment (RoHS, CE, FCC, etc).		7130 conforms to RoHS, CE, FCC etc. for colo/datacenter regulation.
Noise level Acoustic noise output for deployment environments.		No information available
Onsite/offsite installation service Vendor provides professional installation services.		No information available
Hot/cold aisle compatibility Supports modern datacenter airflow management.		No information available
Upgradeable hardware modules Modular components for incremental upgrades.		Upgradeable FPGA and hardware modules available as part of portfolio lifecycle.

Initial hardware cost Upfront purchase price of the system.		No information available
Annual maintenance/support costs Recurring yearly fees for vendor support and maintenance.		No information available
Software licensing flexibility Flexible terms (perpetual, subscription, usage-based).		No information available
Upgrade costs Expected costs for future hardware or software upgrades.		No information available
Total cost of ownership (TCO) calculator Vendor supplies clear models for long-term cost analysis.		No information available
Volume/enterprise discounts Discounts available for large-scale or group purchases.		No information available
Warranty duration Duration of included manufacturer’s warranty.		No information available
Lease or rental options Non-purchase acquisition models available.		No information available
Professional services fees Transparent pricing for consulting, integration, or customization.		No information available
Flexible payment terms Vendor offers alternative payment scheduling or structures.		No information available

Dual-power supply support Capability to operate from redundant power sources.		Redundant and dual-power supply options available as standard or as orderable option.
Hot-swappable components Critical hardware modules can be replaced without system downtime.		Certain hot-swappable hardware modules (power supplies/fans) available on 7130 models.
Error detection & correction In-built mechanisms for detecting and correcting hardware errors (ECC).		ECC and error detection are standard in both FPGA and control plane circuitry.
Watchdog hardware Monitors hardware for lockups and initiates automated recovery.		Watchdog timers and health monitoring integral for ultra-low downtime deployments.
Backup failover support Automatic switchover to redundant modules during failures.		Automatic failover supported between redundant components as part of Arista reliability framework.
Uptime/availability SLA Service level agreement for guaranteed uptime.		No information available
Hardware self-test Self-diagnostic routines initiated at startup or on-demand.		Includes self-test and diagnostic routines at power-up and on-demand.
Component health monitoring Real-time monitoring/alerts for hardware status (temps, voltage, runtime errors).		Real-time health and performance monitoring via Arista EOS and monitoring APIs.
Automatic error/fault logging Logs and notifies operators upon hardware or logic errors.		Automatic error and fault logging and alerting is standard for all network/FPGA/hardware events.
Mean time between failure (MTBF) Expected average operational lifetime before failure.		No information available

Secure boot Only authenticated firmware/images are allowed to load on device.		Secure boot supported on programmable platforms for tamper resistance and firmware integrity.
Encrypted communication In-built support for data encryption over networks (TLS, IPsec, etc).		Encrypted control and management plane, options for encryption at FPGA-app layer.
Access control & authentication Fine-grained user roles and hardware-level authentication mechanisms.		User/role-based access and authentication supported at hardware and management interface.
Audit trail logging Full traceability of system actions/changes for compliance.		All device state changes and admin actions logged for full audit trail.
Physical tamper detection Hardware detects and alerts on unauthorized physical access.		No information available
Hardware root of trust On-chip cryptographic anchors for strong security.		No information available
Regulatory reporting support Support for automated real-time regulatory data collection and reporting.		No information available
Order filtering for market integrity Rejects orders that violate exchange rules or regulatory requirements.		No information available
GDPR/data privacy features Capabilities for secure, auditable data handling per privacy regulations.		No information available
Configurable compliance checks Allows user-defined compliance/risk checks updated as regulations evolve.		No information available

Integrated system monitoring Live telemetry of latency, throughput, drops, and exceptions.		Integrated system telemetry and monitoring are core Arista EOS and off-device network monitoring features.
Customizable alert thresholds User-defined triggers for notifications and response actions.		No information available
Historical data logging Stores/analyzes trading, order, and latency events for post-mortem analysis.		Historical event logging and analysis available through native and external (API/SDK) interfaces.
Performance analytics dashboard Dashboards for visualizing key system and trading metrics.		Arista offers performance dashboards and flow data visualization natively and via integrations.
Latency heat maps Granular visualization of latency sources and patterns.		No information available
On-chip hardware counters Track specific hardware metrics in real-time.		No information available
Remote diagnostics interface Access hardware diagnostics securely via remote connection.		No information available
Anomaly detection Automated identification of abnormal system or trading events.		No information available
Real-time order book visualization See, in real-time, order book changes as processed by hardware.		No information available
Comprehensive API for monitoring Expose all metrics and diagnostics via API for integration.		Monitoring and stats APIs are a part of Arista EOS and 7130 package.

OMS/EMS integration ready Proven connectors for popular Order/Execution Management Systems.		7130 devices have mature OMS/EMS and order routing integration in fintech environments.
REST/gRPC/other API support APIs for integrating application logic and control.		REST/gRPC and other APIs provided for integration and automation.
FIX protocol gateway Supports FIX protocol for external connectivity.		FIX protocol connectivity supported with appropriate FPGA/firmware modules.
Custom integration SDK SDK provided for bespoke integrations.		SDKs are available for custom integration and FPGA logic development.
Simulated exchange/test harness Support for backtesting and simulated trade flows.		Test harness and emulation/virtual mode for FPGA development and market simulation.
Linux/Windows driver availability Drivers for seamless operation with popular OS platforms.		7130 comes with drivers for major OSes, including Linux and integrations for Windows environments.
Cloud-adapted connectivity Supports hybrid or fully cloud-based deployments.		Cloud connectivity and deployment supported; supported by EOS software stack.
Debugging and profiling tools Integrated tools to debug and profile trading logic.		No information available
Support for co-packaged software Bundled software libraries/utilities for basic tasks.		No information available
Versioning and rollback support Handles multiple firmware/strategy versions, can rollback in case of issues.		No information available

24/7 technical support Round-the-clock access to technical assistance.		24/7 technical support offered by Arista on all enterprise products, including 7130.
Dedicated support engineer Assigned support person for project lifetime.		No information available
Knowledge base / documentation Vendor provides extensive user guides, FAQs, and troubleshooting.		Knowledge base, technical documentation, and user guides are comprehensive and accessible.
On-site training Training delivered at the client’s site.		On-site and remote training are available per Arista's support packages.
Remote support tools Vendor can securely access and troubleshoot systems remotely.		Remote support tools and secure device management/takeover included in Arista support.
Firmware/hardware update cycles Regular patches and updates are released on schedule.		Arista provides regular firmware updates and hardware lifecycle management.
Community support/user forums Active user forums or groups.		Active community forums and user groups hosted by Arista.
Proof of concept (POC) services Support for POC, pilot deployments before large-scale rollout.		No information available
Third-party integration consultancy Vendor helps integrate product with third-party technology.		No information available
End-of-life (EOL) policy transparency Clear roadmap for support duration and upgrade path.		Arista maintains public lifecycle and end-of-life policy information.

Arista 7130 Series from Arista Networks

Product analysis by function

Low-Latency Network Infrastructure for Trading & Execution

Connectivity Options (8 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)

Latency & Performance (4 Yes /4 Known /10 Possible features)

Reliability & Resilience (6 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Security (6 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Integration & Interoperability (6 Yes /6 Known /10 Possible features)

Scalability (5 Yes /5 Known /10 Possible features)

Visibility, Analytics & Monitoring (9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)

Order Management & Handling (1 Yes /1 Known /10 Possible features)

Data Distribution & Market Data Handling (0 Yes /0 Known /10 Possible features)

Vendor Support & Service (0 Yes /0 Known /10 Possible features)

Cost & Commercials (0 Yes /0 Known /10 Possible features)

FPGA and ASIC Solutions for Market Making/Proprietary Trading

Latency & Performance (3 Yes /3 Known /10 Possible features)

Connectivity & Protocol Support (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Order Management & Execution (4 Yes /4 Known /10 Possible features)

Product Flexibility & Customizability (5 Yes /5 Known /10 Possible features)

Reliability, Redundancy & Fault Tolerance (8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)

Security & Compliance (4 Yes /4 Known /10 Possible features)

Monitoring, Analytics & Diagnostics (4 Yes /4 Known /10 Possible features)

Integration & Ecosystem Support (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Hardware, Footprint & Deployment (3 Yes /3 Known /10 Possible features)

Vendor Support & Service (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Cost & Commercial Considerations (0 Yes /0 Known /10 Possible features)