Description The Extreme Networks 5520 Switch, part of the Universal Hardware platform, is a high-performance, versatile solution designed for enterprise access, aggregation, and core deployments in campus, branch, and data center environments. This switch offers 24 or 48 ports of 1GbE or multi-rate 1/2.5/5/10GbE with Power over Ethernet (PoE) support, delivering up to 90W per port (802.3bt) to power devices like wireless access points and IoT systems, along with 2 QSFP28 ports for 40/100GbE uplinks or stacking. It provides full Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality, including Fabric Connect for network virtualization, Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization, and advanced security features like MACsec encryption and role-based access control. With a switching capacity of up to 2 Tbps and a forwarding rate of 1488 Mpps (million Packets per second), the 5520 delivers exceptional throughput and low-latency performance. Its cloud-managed capabilities via ExtremeCloud IQ, support for multiple operating systems (Switch Engine or Fabric Engine), and modular uplinks make it an ideal choice for organizations seeking scalable, secure, and high-performance networking infrastructure. 5520 48port Fiber Switch Detailed Specs PDF
