Extreme Networks 5520-24X-BASE Enterprise Switch – 24-Port 1Gb/10Gb SFP+ with 2 QSFP28 Stacking Ports, Modular Design

5520-24X-BASE 5520 24 1Gb/10Gb SFP+ ports 2 stacking/QSFP28 ports 1 unpopulated VIM slot 2 unpopulated modular fan slots 2 unpopulated modular PSU slots

Product Description:

The 5520-24X-BASE is a high-performance, enterprise-grade network switch engineered to deliver flexible, high-speed fiber connectivity for modern IT infrastructures. With 24 SFP+ ports supporting 1Gb or 10Gb Ethernet, this switch is ideal for aggregation layers, core networks, and high-density edge environments.

Designed with scalability and future-proofing in mind, the switch includes two high-bandwidth QSFP28 ports for stacking or uplink use, enabling seamless inter-switch connections and resilient network topologies. Its modular design includes unpopulated slots for power supplies, fans, and a VIM (Versatile Interface Module), allowing customized builds to meet specific deployment requirements.

Whether you’re upgrading a data center, building out a service provider edge, or deploying scalable cloud-ready solutions, the 5520-24X-BASE delivers the performance, flexibility, and reliability today’s enterprise networks demand.

Features:

• 24 SFP+ ports supporting 1Gb or 10Gb Ethernet for high-speed fiber connectivity

• 2 QSFP28 ports for stacking or uplink, supporting advanced high-throughput architectures

• 1 unpopulated VIM slot for interface customization and extended connectivity

• 2 unpopulated modular fan slots for field-replaceable cooling solutions

• 2 unpopulated PSU slots to support redundant and hot-swappable power supply options

• Enterprise-ready design ideal for aggregation, data center edge, or cloud access layers

• Scalable architecture supports growing bandwidth and performance demands

• Modular form factor ensures flexible deployment and serviceability

Q & A Section

Q: What is the 5520-24X-BASE used for?
A: It is a high-performance enterprise switch designed to deliver 1Gb/10Gb fiber connectivity through 24 SFP+ ports, with advanced stacking and modular capabilities for scalability in modern networks.

Q: How many ports does this switch have?
A: The switch offers 24 SFP+ ports for 1Gb or 10Gb connectivity and 2 QSFP28 ports for high-speed stacking or uplink options.

Q: What does it mean that the VIM, fan, and PSU slots are unpopulated?
A: Unpopulated slots indicate that the VIM (Versatile Interface Module), fan modules, and power supply units are not included and can be customized based on your specific deployment requirements.

Q: Can I use this switch for data center or core aggregation?
A: Yes, the 5520-24X-BASE is ideal for high-throughput environments like data centers, enterprise cores, or cloud edge deployments requiring scalable and redundant fiber switching.

Q: Is the switch stackable?
A: Yes, the two QSFP28 ports support stacking for high-availability configurations or bandwidth aggregation between multiple switches.