Arista Networks' 7060X5 Series Switches Enhance DET-IX Infrastructure for High-Speed Internet Connectivity

The Detroit Internet Exchange (DET-iX) has upgraded its infrastructure with Arista Networks' 7060X5 series switches, enhancing its switching capacity to 25.6 Tbps. This upgrade will provide ample headroom for traffic growth, improved network resilience, and better member connectivity options. The new switches have 32 x 400GbE QSFP-DD ports, 12.8 Tbps of wire-speed throughput, and latency as low as 825 nanoseconds. DET-iX has surpassed 2.5 terabits per second of peak traffic and aims to strengthen Michigan's internet backbone and contribute to the growth of the digital economy.

The Detroit Internet Exchange (DET-iX), Michigan's largest not-for-profit internet exchange, has significantly bolstered its infrastructure by integrating Arista Networks' state-of-the-art 7060X5 series switches. This strategic upgrade, announced on August 4, 2025, aims to meet the growing demands for high-speed, low-latency interconnection services within the state's digital ecosystem.

The 7060X5 series switches, with their 32 x 400GbE QSFP-DD ports, offer a total wire-speed throughput of 12.8 Tbps and latency as low as 825 nanoseconds. This upgrade has expanded DET-iX's switching capacity to 25.6 Tbps, providing ample headroom for future traffic growth and ensuring improved network resilience and member connectivity options [1].

The integration of two Arista 7060DX5-32 switches into DET-iX's core infrastructure was completed with zero disruption to existing services. This seamless implementation was achieved through a strong partnership with the Arista team, with Cal Cook providing essential support during the initial configuration phase [1].

DET-iX's recent milestone of surpassing 2.5 terabits per second of peak traffic underscores the increasing need for robust, scalable infrastructure to support the state's digital ecosystem. The exchange's unique open-access, carrier-neutral, and fee-free approach has attracted major internet players, including Apple, Microsoft, and Google, contributing to its growth and significance [1].

The upgrade is part of DET-iX's ongoing mission to deliver high-speed, low-latency interconnection services to its expanding member community. By strengthening Michigan's internet backbone, this investment is expected to contribute to the growth of the digital economy [1].

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[1] https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/det-ix-enhances-infrastructure-with-arista-7060x5-series-switches-302520912.html