Extreme Networks Switches Simplifies Connectivity for Network Access

Extreme Networks Inc. has expanded its line of enterprise edge networking solutions with the launch of a new family of value-based Gigabit Ethernet fixed switching solutions, which deliver cost effective Layer 2 connectivity for the access layer of the Enterprise network in environments where wired and wireless devices and users must co-exist.

Extreme Networks's Ethernet Access Switches (EAS) family of Gigabit switches, available in both PoE Plus and non-PoE 24-port models, is aimed at delivering versatility and cost effectiveness for network access. These purpose-built Layer 2 switches feature standards-based PoE Plus, Quality of Service and critical support for devices that require a wired connection such as VoIP phones, security cameras, and WLAN access points. At the access layer, traffic from the EAS family of switches and Extreme Networks Altitude Wireless LAN access points is forwarded to the advanced ExtremeXOS edge, extending the benefits of sophisticated identity management for wired and wireless and complementing Extreme Networks end-to-end intelligence and automation portfolio.

“The market for Layer 2 has been the fastest Ethernet port/revenue growth segment over the last year, proving that today’s connectivity needs require a broad and diverse range of products,” said Alan Weckel, director of enterprise switching for the Dell’Oro Group. “By adding new lines of Layer 2 fixed switches to a vendor’s portfolio, a vendor can address the need for cost-optimized access complementing its more sophisticated Enterprise edge and core network portfolios.”

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