The Extreme Networks 8520-48XT-6C-AC-F is a powerful and compact 48-port 10GBASE-T data center switch equipped with 6 x 100G QSFP28 uplinks, making it ideal for modern enterprise and cloud environments that demand high-speed connectivity, performance, and resilience.
With AC power input and front-to-back (F2B) airflow, this switch supports cold aisle deployments and maintains thermal efficiency in rack-optimized infrastructures. It’s purpose-built for environments requiring consistent airflow direction, helping maintain ideal operating temperatures and prolonging system longevity.
This 8520 Series model offers advanced Layer 2/3 switching, support for VXLAN, EVPN, segment routing, and integration with Extreme Fabric Connect. It is also fully managed via ExtremeCloud™ IQ, enabling centralized orchestration, real-time analytics, and cloud-based provisioning.
The 8520-48XT-6C-AC-F is a perfect fit for aggregation or core layers in high-performance data centers, delivering ultra-low latency, wire-speed switching, and highly scalable architecture with support for automation and network virtualization.