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The increased networking needs of Dell EqualLogics 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) iSCSI SAN require robust, agile and affordable switching solutions. Extreme Networks 10 GbE switches are well suited to support high throughput, virtualized business applications on the EqualLogic PS6010/6510 series storage arrays. The Summit X650 stackable switch scales though dedicated stacking ports in order to preserve networking ports for server and storage arrays. The reliable, modular operating system supports link aggregation groups and automatic fault recovery capabilities. Designed specifically for data center deployments, the Summit X650 supports RJ-45, fiber and future cabling architectures helping data center operations to extract more value from their existing network components.
Performance
Extreme Networks gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet top-of-rack, end-of-row and core switches provide agile network infrastructure solutions to help you keep ahead of the growing bandwidth demands in data center networks. The Summit X650 switch helps optimize server and storage deployments while providing a seamless migration path from existing gigabit to 10 gigabit high-performance architectures. Stack and manage as a single logical unit up to eight Summit X650s providing up to 192 10 Gigabit ports. With 512 Gbps stacking, connect two Summit X650s to provide 48 non-blocking 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports Scale 10 GbE switching solutions to 40 GbE and 100 GbE in the Summit X650 with Versatile Interface Modules Handle 363 Mpps of traffic in a single Summit X650 non-blocking 24 port 1 Rack Unit switch Provide sub-50 millisecond failover for common network architectures with Ethernet Automatic Protection Switching (EAPS). Rapid Spanning Tree also supported Monitor, analyze and respond to network threats at line-rate speeds with CLEAR-Flow Protect investment through cross-portfolio stacking for architectural flexibility and operating system consistency Help control operating expenses with ExtremeXOS operating systems feature continuity, simplified network administration, and reduced training requirements

Service and Support

Our robust support resources include documentation and online resources to help you install, configure, maintain, and manage your Extreme Networks products and solutions. In addition, our Professional Services offers a wide range of services from network design to optimization and support for new applications and growth.

Summary
Extreme Networks offers scalable, feature-rich and affordable switching infrastructure solutions to meet the toughest challenges of data center networks. For more information about Extreme Networks 10G data center solutions, check out our data center solutions at www.extremenetworks.com/solutions/datacenter.aspx.

Typical Data Center Network Architecture

Core Network
Private WAN

Agility
The combination of the ExtremeXOS operating system and a host of redundancy capabilities provide a resilient, reliable platform that increases availability in the most adverse circumstances. Monitor processes in real time, quickly detecting an unresponsive or crashed process and automatically restarting the process without packet loss with the ExtremeXOS operating system Create link aggregation groups supporting up to 80 Gbps redundant bandwidth per logical connection Support passive and active flow control (802.3x) and ensure paused frames are delivered to target arrays Simplify management processes with automation widgets and build an application-aware network infrastructure with the ExtremeXOS InSite XML software development kit Track and manage assets in a network that is undergoing rapid changes with EPICenter

WAN/Remote Services
Internet

Core 1 EPICenter
Layer 3: OSPF (P2P) BlackDiamond 8810

Core 2
WAN Accelerator Firewall WAN Router Firewall VPN Server

Data Center
Core Layer

DC Core 1 BlackDiamond 8800

Server Load Balancer(s)

DC Core 2 BlackDiamond 8800

Data Center
Access Layer
EAPS DC Servers

Layer 2: EAPS or Layer 3: OSPF (P2P or over EAPS with VRRP)

EAPS DC Storage

Summit X450a-48t

Summit X650-24t
Rack Server - 10G Rack Server - 1G Rack Server - 10G Rack Server - 10G

SAN-1

Summit X650 (stacked)

Affordability
Extreme Networks solutions are designed to be cost-effective throughout their lifespan. Connect 10 GbE application servers with SFP+ or 10GBASE-T to accommodate existing (fiber and RJ-45) and future cabling architectures
Rack Server - 10G Rack Server - 1G Rack Server - 10G Rack Server - 10G

SAN-1 Rack n End-of-Row Design

Summit X650 (stacked)

Rack 1 Top-of-Rack Design

Rack 2

10G Link

10G Link Agg. Group

1G Link

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