Extreme Networks ExtremeSwitching 5420F - Switch - L3 - Managed - 24 x Gigabit SFP + 4 x 1 Gigabit / 10 Gigabit SFP+ + 2 x SFP-DD (stackable) - rack-mountable | 5420F-24S-4XE

Product Features

• Universal hardware platform
  The 5420 Series as a universal hardware platform comes with a dual-persona capability allowing user choice of the switch operating system (OS). Either the ExtremeXOS or VSP Operating System (VOSS) persona can be enabled on 5420 hardware models. The desired persona can be selected at start-up or changed at a later stage. Once selected, the 5420 assumes the features/capabilities of the selected OS. 5420 persona activation can be done manually at bootup, including via the system CLI. Or, it can be automated by pre-provisioning the 5420 persona in ExtremeCloud IQ. When first booted, the 5420 automatically connects to ExtremeCloud IQ to find its persona. The pre-provisioned OS persona is then remotely enabled on the 5420 system - eliminating the need for manual selection.
• MACsec link encryption
  IEEE 802.1AE MACsec is supported on the 5420 access ports, as well as on its built-in uplink ports. MACsec is a hop-by-hop security capability which encrypts/decrypts packets between connected switches or devices. As a linkonly encryption, the switches can still apply services to the packet, such as policy or QoS, without compromising the security of packets across the link. With 128-bit and 256-bitAdvanced Encryption Standard (AES) support, the 5420 provides the most secure link encryption.
• Ethernet fabric services
  The 5420 supports a variety of Ethernet Fabric services, including Extreme's Fabric Connect when running VOSS and Extreme's IP Fabric when running ExtremeXOS. It also supports Fabric Attach for automated connection to either Layer 2 or Layer 3 fabric services. Extreme's Fabric Connect and IP Fabric on the 5420 enable the creation of virtualized networks that automate network operations, simplify network provisioning and enhance security, all while reducing the strain on network and IT personnel.
• High-performance stacking
  The 5420 series also supports high-speed stacking when running ExtremeXOS via its two built-in SFP-DD stacking ports. Up to eight systems can be stacked using qualified SFP+/SFP-DD direct attach cables and optical transceivers.
• Power over Ethernet (PoE)
  The 5420 Series includes Power over Ethernet models supporting standards-based IEEE 802.3bt (30/60/90W) PoE capabilities. This enables the 5420 to address the needs of powered edge devices, while eliminating the need for additional electrical cabling and circuits. In addition, 5420 PoE models also support perpetual and fast PoE for even more efficient and reliable powered edge device operation.
• Audio video bridging
  The 5420 series supports IEEE 802.1 Audio Video Bridging when running ExtremeXOS for reliable, real-time audio/ video transmission over Ethernet. AVB technology delivers the quality of service required for today's high-definition and time-sensitive multimedia streams.

Special Fetures

• Universal hardware platform
• MACsec link encryption
• Ethernet fabric services
• High-performance stacking
• Power over Ethernet (PoE)
• Audio video bridging

Product Specification