ExtremeSwitching 5520 Series 24-Port 10 Gigabit Switch
The ExtremeSwitching 5520 Series 24-port 10 Gigabit switch delivers enterprise-grade performance for organizations requiring high-speed network connectivity and advanced security. Designed as a next-generation edge and aggregation switch, this 10 Gigabit switch provides the throughput and intelligence modern digital enterprises demand. Whether you're consolidating data center traffic, supporting cloud migrations, or building secure network segmentation, the 5520-24X offers dual-persona hardware with selectable operating systems, cloud or on-premises management flexibility, and end-to-end security policy capabilities. TAA compliant for government and regulated environments.
Key Features
- 24-port 10 Gigabit connectivity for high-speed data transfer and low-latency performance
- Multi-rate support: 1/2.5/5 Gigabit flexible port configurations
- Advanced policy engine for granular network segmentation and traffic control
- Dual-persona hardware enabling selectable operating systems
- Cloud or on-premises management options for operational flexibility
- End-to-end secure network segmentation with integrated security controls
- TAA compliant for federal and regulated procurement requirements
- Feature-rich edge and aggregation switching for enterprise deployments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Extreme Networks Inc |
| Part Number |
5520-24W-TAA |
| Model |
5520 Series 5520-24X |
| Port Configuration |
24 x 10 Gigabit Ports |
| Port Speed Options |
1/2.5/5/10 Gigabit Multi-Rate |
| Switch Type |
Managed Edge and Aggregation Switch |
| Management |
Cloud or On-Premises |
| Operating System |
Dual-Persona Hardware (Selectable OS) |
| Security Features |
End-to-End Network Segmentation, Advanced Policy Capabilities |
| Compliance |
TAA Compliant |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 24-port 10 Gigabit switch used for?
A 24-port 10 Gigabit switch like the ExtremeSwitching 5520 is ideal for data center aggregation, high-speed server connectivity, and enterprise backbone networks. It consolidates traffic from multiple access switches and provides the bandwidth needed for cloud applications, virtualization, and large file transfers.
Is the 5520 Series switch suitable for government procurement?
Yes. The 5520-24W-TAA model is TAA compliant, making it eligible for federal government purchases and regulated industry deployments that require Trade Agreements Act compliance.
Can I manage the 5520 Series switch from the cloud?
Absolutely. The ExtremeSwitching 5520 supports both cloud-based and on-premises management, giving you flexibility to choose the deployment model that fits your infrastructure and operational requirements.
What makes the dual-persona hardware feature valuable?
Dual-persona hardware allows you to select different operating systems on the same physical switch, enabling flexibility in network architecture, easier migrations, and the ability to standardize on your preferred management platform without hardware replacement.
