The Extreme 7720 are purpose-built switches designed for high-performance aggregation and core applications. As a universal hardware platform, the 7720 provides end-to-end secure network segmentation, in addition to advanced policy capabilities, with a user-selectable choice of Extreme’s flagship switch operating systems. This makes the 7720 a uniquely flexible platform that can be deployed in a variety of aggregation and core environments.
The Extreme 7720 network hardware platform enables organizations to design networks that accommodate a variety of applications and east-west traffic patterns. With its high-density scale-out architecture, leading power efficiency, and airflow options, the 7720 platform delivers a cost-effective solution that optimizes power, cooling, and equipment room space, wherever your network operating center might be.
One model of the 7720 is available with the following port capacity.
Benefits
The 7720 supports a variety of Ethernet Fabric services, including Extreme’s Fabric Connect when running Fabric Engine (VOSS) and Extreme’s IP Fabric when running Switch Engine (EXOS). It also supports Fabric Attach for automated connection to either Layer 2 or Layer 3 fabric services. Extreme’s Fabric Connect and IP Fabric on the 7720 enable the creation of virtualized networks that automate network operations, simplify network provisioning, and enhance security, all while reducing the strain on network and IT personnel.
Two of the 7720’s QSFP28 uplink ports can be used for high-speed 400Gb stacking when running Switch Engine (EXOS). Up to eight systems can be stacked using qualified direct attach cables and/or optical transceivers.