Extreme Networks ExtremeAccess Series Manual

ExtremeAccess Series:
Hardware Installation Guide
9036016-00
Published August 2019

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Table of Contents
Preface................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Audience................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Conventions.............................................................................................................................................................................4
Documentation and Training...........................................................................................................................................5
Getting Help............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Providing Feedback to Us................................................................................................................................................ 6
Chapter 1: Overview of the XA1400 Series............................................................................ 8
XA1400 Series Switch Features.....................................................................................................................................8
VSP License Options........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 2: Power Supply for Use with Your Switch............................................................ 10
12V 60W DC Power Supply .......................................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3: Preparing to Install................................................................................................ 11
Operating Environment Requirements..................................................................................................................... 12
Rack Specifications and Recommendations..........................................................................................................14
Evaluating and Meeting Cable Requirements....................................................................................................... 16
Meeting Power Requirements...................................................................................................................................... 23
Following Applicable Industry Standards.............................................................................................................. 25
Chapter 4: Installing Your Switch.......................................................................................... 26
Safety Considerations for Installing Power Supplies.........................................................................................26
What You Will Need for the Installation.................................................................................................................. 27
Attaching the Switch to a Two-Post Rack............................................................................................................. 28
Installing Optional Components................................................................................................................................. 34
Connecting Network Interface Cables..................................................................................................................... 35
Chapter 5: Activating and Verifying the Switch..................................................................36
Connecting the Switch to a Management Console...........................................................................................36
Configuring the Switch for Use................................................................................................................................... 36
Chapter 6: Monitoring the Switch..........................................................................................38
XA1400 Switch LEDs........................................................................................................................................................38
XA 12V 60W DC PSU LEDs........................................................................................................................................... 39
Appendix A: Technical Specifications................................................................................... 41
XA1400 Series Technical Specifications...................................................................................................................41
Appendix B: Safety and Regulatory Information................................................................45
Considerations Before Installing................................................................................................................................. 45
General Safety Precautions...........................................................................................................................................46
Maintenance Safety...........................................................................................................................................................46
Cable Routing for LAN Systems................................................................................................................................. 47
Installing Power Supply Units and Connecting Power.....................................................................................48
Selecting Power Supply Cords....................................................................................................................................49
Battery Notice......................................................................................................................................................................49
Regulatory Notices............................................................................................................................................................49
Index.......................................................................................................................................... 54
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Preface
This guide provides the instructions and supporting information needed to install Extreme Networks®
XA1400 Series switches:
The guide includes information about site preparation, installation, maintenance, and the switches'
functionality.
Audience
This guide is intended for use by network administrators responsible for installing and setting up
network equipment. It assumes a basic working knowledge of:
•Local area networks (LANs)
•Ethernet concepts
•Ethernet switching and bridging concepts
•Routing concepts
•Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
•Basic equipment installation procedures
See the VOSS software documentation for information about configuring XA1400 Series hardware.
Note
If the information in an installation note or release note shipped with your Extreme Networks
equipment diers from the information in this guide, follow the installation or release note.
Conventions
This section discusses the conventions used in this guide.
Text Conventions
The following tables list text conventions that are used throughout this guide.
Table 1: Notice Icons
Icon Notice Type Alerts you to...
General Notice Helpful tips and notices for using the product.
Note Important features or instructions.
Caution Risk of personal injury, system damage, or loss of data.
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Table 1: Notice Icons (continued)
Icon Notice Type Alerts you to...
Warning Risk of severe personal injury.
New! New Content Displayed next to new content. This is searchable text within the PDF.
Table 2: Text Conventions
Convention Description
Screen displays This typeface indicates command syntax, or represents information as it appears on the
screen.
The words enter and
type
When you see the word “enter” in this guide, you must type something, and then press
the Return or Enter key. Do not press the Return or Enter key when an instruction
simply says “type.”
[Key] names Key names are written with brackets, such as [Return] or [Esc]. If you must press two
or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example:
Press [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del]
Words in italicized type Italics emphasize a point or denote new terms at the place where they are defined in
the text. Italics are also used when referring to publication titles.
Terminology
When features, functionality, or operation is specific to a switch family, such as ExtremeSwitching, the
family name is used. Explanations about features and operations that are the same across all product
families simply refer to the product as the switch.
Documentation and Training
To find Extreme Networks product guides, visit our documentation pages at:
Current Product Documentation www.extremenetworks.com/documentation/
Archived Documentation (for earlier
versions and legacy products)
www.extremenetworks.com/support/documentation-archives/
Release Notes www.extremenetworks.com/support/release-notes
Hardware/Software Compatibility Matrices https://www.extremenetworks.com/support/compatibility-matrices/
White papers, data sheets, case studies,
and other product resources
https://www.extremenetworks.com/resources/
Training
Extreme Networks oers product training courses, both online and in person, as well as specialized
certifications. For more information, visit www.extremenetworks.com/education/.
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Getting Help
If you require assistance, contact Extreme Networks using one of the following methods:
Extreme
Portal
Search the GTAC (Global Technical Assistance Center) knowledge base, manage support cases
and service contracts, download software, and obtain product licensing, training, and
certifications.
The Hub A forum for Extreme Networks customers to connect with one another, answer questions, and
share ideas and feedback. This community is monitored by Extreme Networks employees, but is
not intended to replace specific guidance from GTAC.
Call GTAC For immediate support: 1-800-998-2408 (toll-free in U.S. and Canada) or [phone]. For
the support phone number in your country, visit: www.extremenetworks.com/support/contact
Before contacting Extreme Networks for technical support, have the following information ready:
•Your Extreme Networks service contract number and/or serial numbers for all involved Extreme
Networks products
•A description of the failure
•A description of any action(s) already taken to resolve the problem
•A description of your network environment (such as layout, cable type, other relevant environmental
information)
•Network load at the time of trouble (if known)
•The device history (for example, if you have returned the device before, or if this is a recurring
problem)
•Any related RMA (Return Material Authorization) numbers
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Providing Feedback to Us
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1Overview of the XA1400 Series
XA1400 Series Switch Features
VSP License Options
The ExtremeAccess XA1400 Series is a small form factor networking switch designed for small WAN
edge deployments that oers a versatile and ecient Campus Fabric Extension-to-branch solution for
Main or Hub sites. The XA1400 Series Automated Campus Remote Oce Appliance runs the VOSS
operating platform.
XA1400 Series hardware includes the following base models:
Table 3: XA1400 Models
Part no. Model
XA1440 XA1440 - switch with one fan and one 12V 60W DC external power adapter
XA1480 XA1480 - switch with one fan and one 12V 60W DC external power adapter
Power for the device is supplied through an external 12V 60W DC power supply plugged into an AC
source. Plug the supply's input jack into the DC power adapter input.
An RJ45 console port on the rear panel allows you to connect a terminal and perform local
management. An Ethernet management port can be used to connect the system to a parallel
management network for administration. Alternatively, you can use an Ethernet cable to connect this
port directly to a laptop to view and locally manage the switch configuration. The Ethernet port
supports 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds.
A Micro USB console port can be used for network management or for attaching a removable memory
module. Two full-size USB ports are also available.
XA1400 Series Switch Features
The front panel of XA1440 and XA1480 switches include:
•LEDs to indicate port status and switch operating conditions. For a description of the LEDs and their
operation, see XA1400 Switch LEDs on page 38.
Figure 1: XA1400 Series Series Switch - Front Panel
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The rear panel of XA1400 Series switches include:
•Power button
•6 RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports.
•2 10-gigabit Ethernet ports capable of supporting active fiber SFP+. For information about SFP+
optical modules, see the Extreme Networks Pluggable Transceivers Installation Guide.
•RJ45 console port used to connect a terminal and perform local management.
•2 USB ports for access to external storage.
•1 MicroUSB console port used to connect a terminal and perform local management..
Figure 2: XA1400 Series Series Switch - Rear Panel
1 = DC power adapter
input
3 = Micro USB console
port
5 = USB Type A ports 7 = 10G SFP+
Ethernet ports
2 = Power button 4 = RJ45 Console port 6 = 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet
ports
VSP License Options
For information about licensing options for VOSS, see Administering VSP Operating System Software.
Overview of the XA1400 Series
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2Power Supply for Use with Your
Switch
12V 60W DC Power Supply
Each XA1400 Series switch runs with an external 12V 60W DC power adapter.
The external DC power supply unit can be plugged into an AC power source.
For more information, see the following topic:
•12V 60W DC Power Supply on page 10
12V 60W DC Power Supply
XA1400 Series can be powered by an external 12V 60W DC power supply plugged into an AC source.
Plug the supply's input jack into the DC power adapter input.
LEDs on the 12V 60W DC power adapter provide information on the unit's operational status. See XA
12V 60W DC PSU LEDs on page 39
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3Preparing to Install
Operating Environment Requirements
Rack Specifications and Recommendations
Evaluating and Meeting Cable Requirements
Meeting Power Requirements
Following Applicable Industry Standards
Before you install your Extreme Networks equipment, careful planning can help ensure that it is used
eectively and help prepare you for future growth.
Only qualified service personnel should install, maintain, or remove a switch, chassis, or its components.
Qualified service personnel have had appropriate technical training and experience that is necessary to
be aware of the hazards to which they are exposed when performing a task and of measures to
minimize the danger to themselves or other people.
Note
Before installing or removing any components of the system, and before carrying out any
maintenance procedures, read the safety information in Safety and Regulatory Information on
page 45.
The information in this chapter is intended for the system administrator, network equipment technician,
network manager, or facilities manager responsible for installing and managing the network hardware.
The chapter assumes a working knowledge of local area network (LAN) operations, and a familiarity
with communications protocols that are used on interconnected LANs.
This chapter covers the following aspects of site preparation:
1Operating Environment Requirements on page 12
Verify that your site meets all environmental and safety requirements.
2Rack Specifications and Recommendations on page 14
Ensure that mounting racks are safe and appropriate for the equipment.
3Evaluating and Meeting Cable Requirements on page 16
Understand the dierent cabling options and select the ones that best address your needs.
4Meeting Power Requirements on page 23
Ensure that power supplies are safe and appropriate for the equipment.
For details about the equipment's power requirements, see the "Technical Specifications" section.
5Following Applicable Industry Standards on page 25
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Understand the applicable standards and ensure that they are being followed.
Operating Environment Requirements
Verify that your site meets all environmental and safety requirements.
Virtually all areas of the United States are regulated by building codes and standards. During the early
planning stages of installing or modifying your network, it is important that you develop a thorough
understanding of the regulations that pertain to your location and industry.
Meeting Building and Electrical Codes
Building and electrical codes vary depending on your location. Comply with all code specifications
when planning your site and installing cable. This section lists resources for obtaining additional
information.
For information about major building codes, consult the following organization:
International Code Council (ICC)
5203 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041 USA
www.iccsafe.org
The organizations listed in Table 4 are authorities on electrical codes.
Table 4: Authorities on Electrical Codes
Organization Address Web Site URL
National Electrical Code (NEC) Classification (USA only)
Recognized authority on safe electrical wiring. Federal, state,
and local governments use NEC standards to establish their
own laws, ordinances, and codes on wiring specifications. The
NEC classification is published by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA).
NFPA
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169
USA
www.nfpa.org/
Underwriters’ Laboratory (UL)
Independent research and testing laboratory. UL evaluates the
performance and capability of electrical wiring and equipment
to determine whether they meet certain safety standards
when properly used. Acceptance is usually indicated by the
words “UL Approved” or “UL Listed.”
UL
333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, IL 60062
USA
www.ul.com
National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA) (USA
only)
Organization of electrical product manufacturers. Members
develop consensus standards for cables, wiring, and electrical
components.
NEMA
1300 N. 17th Street
Rosslyn, VA 22209
USA
www.nema.org
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Table 4: Authorities on Electrical Codes (continued)
Organization Address Web Site URL
Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA)
Trade association that develops technical standards,
disseminates marketing data, and maintains contact with
government agencies in matters relating to the electronics
industry.
ECIA
111 Alderman Drive
Suite 400
Alpharetta, GA 30005
USA
www.ecianow.org
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) (USA only)
Commission that regulates all interstate and foreign electrical
communication systems that originate in the United States
according to the Communications Act of1934. The FCC
regulates all U.S. telephone and cable systems.
FCC
445 12th Street S.W.
Washington, DC 20554
USA
www.fcc.gov
Setting up the Wiring Closet
Be aware of the following recommendations for your wiring closet:
•Make sure that your system is easily accessible for installation and service. See Rack Specifications
and Recommendations on page 14 for more information.
•Use appropriate AC or DC power, power distribution, and grounding for your specific installation.
•Use a vinyl floor covering in your wiring closet. (Concrete floors accumulate dust, and carpets can
cause static electricity.)
•Prevent unauthorized access to wiring closets by providing door locks. Install the equipment in a
secured, enclosed, and restricted access location, ensuring that only qualified service personnel have
access to the equipment.
•Provide adequate overhead lighting for easy maintenance.
•Be sure that each wiring closet has a suitable ground. All equipment racks and equipment installed
in the closet should be grounded.
•Be sure that all system environmental requirements are met, such as ambient temperature and
humidity.
Note
We recommend that you consult an electrical contractor for commercial building and wiring
specifications.
Controlling the Temperature
Extreme Networks equipment generates a significant amount of heat. It is essential that you provide a
temperature-controlled environment for both performance and safety.
Install the equipment only in a temperature- and humidity-controlled indoor area that is free of airborne
materials that can conduct electricity. Too much humidity can cause a fire. Too little humidity can
produce electrical shock and fire.
Observe these additional thermal recommendations for the location where you plan to install your
equipment:
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•Ensure that the ventilation in the wiring closet is adequate to maintain a temperature no higher than
40°C (104°F). (Some configurations support higher operating temperatures. See Environmental
Data in "Technical Specifications" for details.)
•Install a reliable air conditioning and ventilation system.
•Keep the ventilation in the wiring closet running during non-business hours; otherwise, the
equipment can overheat.
•Maintain a storage temperature between -40°C (-40°F) and 70°C (158°F).
When internal system temperatures exceed the thermal shutdown temperature limit (typically about
20°C higher than normal system operating temperatures), the system’s power supplies are turned o
and the switch shuts down. The system remains in the OFF state until the system has sucient time to
cool and the internal thermal sensor measures a temperature lower than the maximum specified
ambient temperature, at which time the system restarts automatically.
Alternately, you can restart the system immediately by removing and then restoring all line power to the
system.
Safeguards are built into all Extreme Networks switches and power supply units to minimize the risk of
fire.
Controlling the Humidity Level
To maximize equipment life, keep operating humidity between 50% and 70% relative humidity (non-
condensing) during typical operation.
The equipment can operate between 10% and 90% relative humidity (non-condensing) for short
intervals.
Protecting Your System from ESD (Electrostatic Discharge)
Your system must be protected from static electricity. Take the following measures to ensure optimum
system performance:
•Remove materials that can cause electrostatic generation (such as synthetic resins) from the wiring
closet.
Check the appropriateness of floor mats and flooring.
•Connect metal chassis, conduit, and other metals to ground using dedicated grounding lines.
•Use electrostatically safe equipment.
If you are working with pluggable interface modules, wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap and
connect the metal end to a grounded equipment rack or other source of ground.
Rack Specifications and Recommendations
Racks should conform to conventional standards.
In the United States, use EIA Standard RS-310C: Racks, Panels, and Associated Equipment. In countries
other than the United States, use IEC Standard 297. In addition, verify that your rack meets the basic
mechanical, space, and earthquake requirements that are described in this section.
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Mechanical Recommendations for the Rack
Use equipment racks that meet the following mechanical recommendations:
•Use an open style, 19-inch rack to facilitate easy maintenance and to provide proper ventilation.
•Use a rack made of steel or aluminum.
•The rack should use the universal mounting rail hole pattern that is identified in IEC Standard 297.
•The rack should have designated earth grounding connections (typically on the base).
•The rack must meet earthquake safety requirements equal to that of the installed chassis.
•The mounting holes should be flush with the rails to accommodate the chassis.
•The rack should support approximately 270 kg (600 lb).
Grounding the Rack
The rack must be properly grounded.
Use a rack grounding kit and a ground conductor that is carried back to earth or to another suitable
building ground.
At a minimum, follow these guidelines to ground equipment racks to the earth ground:
•CAD weld appropriate wire terminals to building I-beams or earth ground rods.
•For a DC-powered switch, use a minimum 14 AWG stranded copper wire for grounding.
AC-powered switches do not need separate chassis grounding.
•Position the earth ground as close to the equipment rack as possible to maintain the shortest wiring
distance possible.
•Use a ground impedance tester or micro-ohm meter to test the quality of earth ground connection
at the chassis. This will ensure good grounding between the chassis, rack, and earth ground.
Note
Because building codes vary worldwide, Extreme Networks strongly recommends that you
consult an electrical contractor to ensure proper equipment grounding for your specific
installation.
Providing Adequate Space for the Rack
Provide enough space in front of and behind the equipment, so that you can service it easily and so that
airflow is not impeded.
We recommend providing a minimum of 122 cm (48 in) in front of the rack and 76 cm (30 in) behind the
rack. When using a relay (two-post) rack, provide a minimum of 61 cm (24 in) of space behind the
mounted equipment. Extra room on each side is optional.
Note
The equipment does not have a switch for turning power on and o. For systems using an AC
power supply, power to the switch is disconnected by removing the wall plug from the
electrical outlet.
Be sure that cables and other equipment do not block the switch's air intake or outflow.
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Securing the Rack
The rack should be attached to the wiring closet floor with 9.5 mm (3/8 in) lag screws or equivalent
hardware. The floor under the rack should be level within 5 mm (3/16 in). Use a floor-leveling cement
compound if necessary or bolt the racks to the floor as shown.
Figure 3: Properly Secured Rack
Brace open equipment racks if the channel thickness is less than 6.4 mm (1/4 in).
Evaluating and Meeting Cable Requirements
Use professional consultants for site planning and cabling.
Extreme Networks recommends using the Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI)
Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD), which is globally recognized as a standard in
site planning and cabling.
For information, visit www.bicsi.org.
Labeling Cables and Keeping Accurate Records
A reliable cable labeling system is essential when planning and installing a network.
Keeping accurate records helps you to:
•Relocate devices easily.
•Make changes quickly.
•Isolate faults in the distribution system.
•Locate the opposite end of any cable.
•Know the types of network devices that your cabling infrastructure can support.
Follow these guidelines when setting up a cable labeling system suitable for your installation:
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•Identify cables by securely attaching labels to all cable ends.
•Assign a unique block of sequential numbers to the group of cables that run between each pair of
wiring closets.
•Assign a unique identification number to each equipment rack.
•Identify all wiring closets by labeling the front panel of your Extreme Networks equipment and other
hardware.
•Keep accurate and current cable identification records.
•Post records near each equipment rack. For each cable drop, include information about the cable
source, destination, and jumper location.
Installing Cable
When you connect cable to your network equipment, keep the following things in mind.
•Examine cable for cuts, bends, and nicks.
•Support cable using a cable manager that is mounted above connectors to avoid unnecessary
weight on the cable bundles.
•Use cable managers to route cable bundles to the left and right of the network equipment to
maximize accessibility to the connectors.
•Provide enough slack, approximately 5 to 7.5 cm (2 to 3 in), to provide proper strain relief as shown
in Figure 4 on page 18.
•Bundle cable using hook-and-loop straps to avoid injuring cables.
•If you build your own cable, be sure that connectors are properly crimped.
•When installing a patch panel using twisted pair wiring, untwist no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of the
cable to avoid radio frequency (RF) interference.
•Discharge the RJ45 Ethernet cable before plugging it into a port on the switch.
Caution
Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable can build up electrostatic charges when being pulled
into a new installation. Before connecting any category 5 UTP cable to the switch,
discharge ESD from the cable by plugging the RJ45 connector into a LAN static discharge
device or use an equivalent method.
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•Use plenum-rated cable when it is necessary for safety and fire rating requirements. Consult your
local building codes to determine when it is appropriate to use plenum-rated cable, or refer to IEC
standard 850.
•Keep all ports and connectors free of dust.
Figure 4: Properly Installed and Bundled Cable
1 = Ensure adequate slack and bend radius
Handling Fiber Optic Cable
Fiber optic cable must be handled carefully during installation.
Every cable has a minimum bend radius, example, and fibers will be damaged if the cables are bent too
sharply. It is also important not to stretch the cable during installation. Extreme Networks recommends
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that the bend radius for fiber optic cable equal at least 5 cm (2 in) for each 90-degree turn as shown in
Figure 5.
Note
Kinks and sharp bends can destroy or impair the cable’s ability to convey light pulses
accurately from one end of the cable to the other. Use care in dressing the optical fiber cables:
provide satisfactory strain relief to support the cable and maintain an adequate bend radius at
all cable turns, particularly where the cable connects to the I/O module.
Figure 5: Bend Radius for Fiber Optic Cable
1 = Minimum 5 cm (2 in) radius in 90° bend
Cable Distances and Types
Table 5 on page 19 shows one example of cable media types and maximum distances that support
reliable transmission in accordance with international standards (except where noted). Refer to Extreme
Networks Pluggable Transceivers Installation Guide for descriptions of optics and cables, as well as a
complete list of supported cable lengths.
Refer to Extreme Hardware/Software Compatibility and Recommendation Matrices for a list of the cable
types that are compatible with your equipment.
Table 5: Cable Distances and Types
Standard Media Type MHz•km
Rating
Maximum Distance
(Meters)
1000BASE-SX
(850nm optical window)
50/125 µm multimode fiber 400 500
50/125 µm multimode fiber 500 550
62.5/125 µm multimode fiber 160 220
62.5/125 µm multimode fiber 200 275
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Table 5: Cable Distances and Types (continued)
Standard Media Type MHz•km
Rating
Maximum Distance
(Meters)
1000BASE-LX
(1300nm optical window)
50/125 µm multimode fiber 400 550
50/125 µm multimode fiber 500 550
62.5/125 µm multimode fiber 500 550
10/125 µm single-mode fiber – 5,000
10/125 µm single-mode fiber – 10,000
1000BASE-ZX
(1550nm optical window)
10/125 µm single-mode fiber – 80,000
100BASE-LX100
(1550nm optical window)
10/125 µm single-mode fiber – 100,000
1000BASE-BX10
(1490nm optical window)
(1310nm optical window)
10/125 µm single-mode fiber – 10,000
1000BASE-LX70
(1550nm optical window)
10/125 µm single-mode fiber – 70,000
10/100/1000BASE-T SFP (1 Gbps link)
Category 5 and higher UTP cable
– 100
(100 Mbps link)
Category 5 and higher UTP cable
– 150
(10 Mbps link)
Category 5 and higher UTP cable
– 250
10GBASE-SR SFP+
(850nm optical window)
62.5 mm multimode fiber 160 26
62.5 mm multimode fiber (OM1) 200 33
50 mm multimode fiber 400 66
50 mm multimode fiber (OM2) 500 82
50 mm multimode fiber (OM3) 2000 300
10GBASE-LR SFP+
(1310nm optical window)
10/125 µm single-mode fiber – 10,000
10GBASE-ER SFP+
(1550nm optical window)
10/125 µm single-mode fiber – 40,000
40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+
(850nm optical window)
50 mm multimode fiber (OM3) – 100
50 mm multimode fiber (OM4) 150
1000BASE-T Category 5 and higher UTP cable – 100
100BASE-TX Category 5 and higher UTP cable – 100
10BASE-T Category 3 and higher UTP cable – 100
Table 6 and Table 7 on page 21 list direct-attach cables available from Extreme Networks.
1Proprietary to Extreme Networks. Connections between two Extreme Networks 1000BASE-LX interfaces that use
10/125 µm single-mode fiber can use a maximum distance of 10,000 meters.
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