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Extreme Networks 8520-48Y 48-Port 25G/100G Modular Layer 2 Rack-Mount Ethernet Switch for Data CentersExtreme Networks 8520 48Y Ethernet Switch 48 Port 25G 100G Modular Rack Mount Network Switch Experience scalable, high performance networking with the Extreme Networks 8520 48Y Ethernet Switch. This 48 port, modular switch delivers dense 25 Gigabit Ethernet and 100 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities, enabling seamless growth for data centers, campus cores, and edge deployments. Designed for reliability and efficiency, the 8520 48Y combines rugged hardware
Extreme Networks 8520-48Y Ethernet Switch — 48-Port 25G/100G Modular Rack-Mount Network Switch
Experience scalable, high-performance networking with the Extreme Networks 8520-48Y Ethernet Switch. This 48-port, modular switch delivers dense 25 Gigabit Ethernet and 100 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities, enabling seamless growth for data centers, campus cores, and edge deployments. Designed for reliability and efficiency, the 8520-48Y combines rugged hardware with flexible software features to support modern multi-layer networks, virtualization, and automation. With a modular architecture, it accommodates expanding workloads and evolving cabling needs, while its form factor is optimized for rack-mount installations in data centers and telecom environments. If you’re seeking a future-proof solution that blends high throughput, low latency, and easy management, the Extreme Networks 8520-48Y is built to deliver.
- High-density 48 ports with 25GBASE-T and 100GBASE-X support: This switch delivers scalable bandwidth per port, enabling dense leaf-spine architectures and flexible uplink strategies while maintaining predictable performance for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- Modular architecture for expansion and flexibility: The 8520-48Y is designed to adapt to changing network requirements with modular uplink options, hot-swappable components, and expansion capabilities that reduce total cost of ownership over time.
- Layer 2 switching capabilities for efficient traffic handling: With robust Layer 2 features, VLANs, QoS, and security controls, the switch handles local traffic efficiently and supports straightforward segmentation of data flows within campus or data center environments.
- Energy-conscious design with 459 W power consumption: Built to balance performance and efficiency, the switch helps control operating costs in dense deployments without sacrificing reliability or speed.
- Flexible connectivity: Optical fiber and twisted pair support: 25GBASE-T copper and 100GBASE-X optical interfaces provide versatile cabling options for data centers, campuses, and WAN edge deployments, enabling long-reach uplinks and future-ready scalability.
Technical Details of Extreme Networks 8520-48Y
- Model: 8520-48Y
- Ports: 48 total, supporting 25GBASE-T and 100GBASE-X capabilities
- Layer support: 2-Layer (L2) switching for efficient local traffic handling and VLAN-based segmentation
- Modularity: Modular design with scalable uplink options and hot-swappable components
- Power consumption: Approximately 459 W, designed for energy efficiency in dense deployments
- Form factor: Rack-mountable Ethernet switch suitable for standard 19-inch racks
- Connectivity: Supports Optical Fiber (100GBASE-X) and Twisted Pair (25GBASE-T) interfaces
- Management: Enterprise-grade management features for provisioning, monitoring, and automation
How to install Extreme Networks 8520-48Y
- Prepare the installation site with a compatible 19-inch rack, ensuring adequate ventilation and cooling to maintain optimal operating temperatures.
- Install any required mounting rails and secure the 8520-48Y chassis in the rack using the supplied hardware.
- Connect uplink and downlink cables: use 25GBASE-T copper cables for 25G ports and appropriate 100GBASE-X optical transceivers and fiber cables for 100G ports.
- Connect the power supply to a reliable power source, and configure redundant power if the chassis supports it to enhance resilience.
- Power on the switch and establish initial management access. Apply the latest firmware or operating system image, assign a management IP, and configure VLANs, QoS, and basic security policies as required for your network.
- Perform post-install validation by testing connectivity between endpoints, verifying uplink performance, and ensuring that routing/ACLs or Layer 2 features meet your network design objectives.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What are the primary use cases for the Extreme Networks 8520-48Y?A: It is designed for high-density data centers, campus core deployments, and edge networks that require 25G and 100G connectivity, modular expansion, and reliable Layer 2 switching in a rack-mountable form factor.
- Q: What types of interfaces does it support?A: The switch supports 25GBASE-T copper interfaces and 100GBASE-X optical interfaces, enabling flexible cabling strategies for short-, medium-, and long-reach uplinks.
- Q: Is the device modular and scalable?A: Yes. Its modular architecture allows for expansion and adaptation to changing network needs, reducing the need for premature replacements as workloads grow.
- Q: What is the power consumption of the unit?A: The 8520-48Y has a typical power consumption of approximately 459 W, offering a balance between performance and energy efficiency for dense deployments.
- Q: Does it support Layer 2 features?A>Yes. The switch supports Layer 2 (L2) switching with VLANs, QoS, and related features to optimize local traffic and segmentation within networks.
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