15502 - Extreme Networks Summit48i 48 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports; 2 active GBIC-based ports (SC); 2 redundant GBIC-based ports (SC) Switch

Name: 15502 - Extreme Networks Summit48i 48 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports; 2 active GBIC-based ports (SC); 2 redundant GBIC-based ports (SC) Switch
Brand: Extreme Networks
SKU: 15502

15502 - Extreme Networks Summit48i 48 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports; 2 active GBIC-based ports (SC); 2 redundant GBIC-based ports (SC) Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Extreme Networks Summit48i (SKU 15502) is a managed Layer 3 Ethernet switch designed for enterprise edge deployments, multi-tenant environments, and data center aggregation. This 2RU rack-mount device features 48 auto-negotiating 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports plus 2 active GBIC-based Gigabit Ethernet ports with 2 redundant ports for uplink flexibility. The switch delivers 17.5 Gbps non-blocking switch fabric with full line-rate performance on every port and 10.1 million packets-per-second forwarding rate. SKU 15502 includes dual internal hot-swappable power supplies for fault tolerance and includes Basic Layer 3 ExtremeWare software. Supporting up to 128,000 Layer 2 and Layer 3 addresses with 4,096 VLAN capacity, the Summit48i enables wire-speed IP/IPX routing, policy-based QoS, and comprehensive security features including ACLs, RADIUS, and SSH2 for secure network provisioning at the edge.

48x 10/100 Mbps ports + 2x Gigabit GBIC uplinks
17.5 Gbps non-blocking fabric, 10.1M pps forwarding
Dual hot-swappable power supplies for fault tolerance
Wire-speed Layer 3 routing with BGP4 and OSPF
4,096 VLANs, 128K Layer 2/3 addresses, 8 queues/port
2RU compact form factor with policy-based QoS

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	15502
Brand	Extreme Networks
Condition	New
Model	Summit48i
Protocols	BGP4, OSPF, RFC 1812, RFC 1519, RFC 1256, RFC 783, RFC 951, RFC 1542
Product Line	Summit
Product Type	Managed Ethernet Switch
Management Software	Basic Layer 3 ExtremeWare Software License

Network & Communication

VLAN Support	4,096 VLANs

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Best for

Edge Aggregation
Deploy at network edges to aggregate 48 10/100 Mbps connections with Layer 3 routing capabilities. The dual Gigabit uplinks support high-density CPE and switch aggregation with redundant active paths for greater throughput.
Data Center & Co-Location
Ideal for Internet data centers and co-location environments requiring compact, full-featured edge devices. The 2RU form factor with 17.5 Gbps non-blocking fabric supports front-end server load balancing and web cache redirection in server farms.
Multi-Tenant Networks
Perfect for MTU/MDU deployments where multiple subnets at the edge are required. Supports 4,096 VLANs and policy-based QoS for bandwidth management and traffic prioritization across tenant connections.
Enterprise Desktop Connectivity
Connect enterprise desktops with 48 auto-negotiating 10/100 ports while maintaining wire-speed IP/IPX routing. Dual power supplies ensure maximum uptime for mission-critical desktop network segments.
Fault-Tolerant Network Design
Leverage multiple load-sharing trunks, multiple spanning trees, and redundant power supplies for highly available networks. Supports Extreme Standby Router Protocol for seamless failover in meshed network topologies.

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Queues per Port	Eight queues per port

Layer 2 Addresses	Up to 128,000

Layer 3 Addresses	Up to 128,000

Switch Fabric Bandwidth	17.5 Gbps

Power Supplies	Dual internal power supplies

Height	1.75 inches (1 RU)
Form Factor	2 RU Rack Mount

Ethernet Ports	48 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports; 2 active GBIC-based ports (SC); 2 redundant GBIC-based ports (SC)
Gigabit Ethernet Ports	4 GBIC-based (2 active + 2 redundant)

What is the difference between SKU 15502 and other Summit48i models?

SKU 15502 includes dual internal hot-swappable power supplies and Basic Layer 3 ExtremeWare software. SKU 15501 has a single power supply with Basic license, while SKU 15503/15504 offer Full Layer 3 ExtremeWare with enhanced routing features. All models share the same 48x 10/100 port configuration and 17.5 Gbps fabric.

Can the Summit48i handle redundant uplinks for failover?

Yes. The Summit48i includes 2 active GBIC-based Gigabit ports that can be aggregated for throughput, plus 2 redundant GBIC ports for failover. Both active ports can carry traffic simultaneously, and the redundant ports provide automatic failover if primary uplinks fail, ensuring continuous network availability.

What Layer 3 routing protocols does the Summit48i support?

The Summit48i supports full-featured BGP4 for Internet peering and OSPF for large scalable meshed fault-tolerant networks. It also supports IRDP router discovery, static routing, and policy-based routing. Wire-speed IP/IPX routing ensures all protocols operate at line rate without performance degradation.

How many VLANs and MAC addresses can the Summit48i support?

The Summit48i supports 4,096 IEEE 802.1q VLANs and up to 128,000 Layer 2 MAC addresses plus 128,000 Layer 3 addresses. This capacity supports large multi-tenant deployments and complex network segmentation for security and traffic isolation.

Is the Summit48i suitable for data center deployments?

Yes. The 2RU form factor, 17.5 Gbps non-blocking fabric, and advanced Layer 3 features make it ideal for data center edge aggregation. It supports server load balancing, web cache redirection, and front-end server farm connectivity with policy-based QoS for bandwidth management.

What security features are included in the ExtremeWare software?

ExtremeWare includes Network Login for secure user mobility, SSH2 encrypted management, Access Control Lists (ACLs) for traffic filtering, RADIUS and TACACS+ authentication, and VLAN-based network segmentation. These features provide comprehensive security for edge network deployments.

Can the power supplies be replaced without shutting down the switch?

Yes. SKU 15502 features dual hot-swappable power supplies with load-sharing capability. Either power supply can be removed and replaced while the switch remains operational, enabling maintenance without service interruption or downtime.

Extreme Networks Summit48i 48 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports; 2 active GBIC-based ports (SC); 2 redundant GBIC-based ports (SC) Switch

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