Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C | Aggregation or Leaf Switch
The Extreme Networks VSP7400-48Y-8C is a high-performance aggregation or leaf switch. Below is a detailed product description for this model:
Product Overview
The Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C is a high-performance aggregation or leaf switch designed to meet the demands of modern data centers and enterprise networks. It provides 48 SFP28 ports supporting data rates up to 25Gb per second and eight QSFP28 ports for connectivity at speeds of up to 100Gb per second. With a switching capacity of 4.0 Tbps and a forwarding rate of 971 million packets per second (Mpps), the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C ensures smooth transmission even during heavy network traffic. Its compact 1U form factor allows it to be deployed in various network architectures, including core/aggregation and spine/leaf high-density top-of-rack setups. The switch supports Extreme Fabric Connect technology, which simplifies network provisioning and reduces the workload on network and IT teams. It also offers advanced Layer 3 services, including IPv4 and IPv6 dynamic routing and IP multicast services, making it suitable for both conventional IP routing deployments and fabric-based services. Additionally, it provides intelligent network insights through native analytics capabilities such as line-rate, hardware-accelerated IPFIX, and sFlow for traffic flow data analysis. The Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C is equipped with an 8-core CPU, 16GB RAM, and 128GB SSD. It supports hot-swappable modular power supplies and fans, with options for AC and DC power supplies and front-to-back or back-to-front airflow. Managed by ExtremeCloud IQ and ExtremeCloud IQ—Site Engine, it offers centralized switch management, providing a consolidated view of users, devices, and applications across wired and wireless networks. Simple on-box management functions are delivered via a web-based GUI, and a generic command-line interface (CLI) is available for manual configuration. Zero-touch provisioning enables quick deployment of new switches, and granular views of devices, ports, and users facilitate efficient inventory and network topology management. The switch also supports compatibility with Ansible Network modules for simple, powerful, agentless automation, empowering network administrators to configure, test, and validate existing network states across the entire VSP device family.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
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| Manufacturer | Extreme Networks |
| Product Type | Aggregation or Leaf Switch |
| Port Configuration | 48 x 1/10/25Gb SFP28 ports, 8 x 40/100Gb QSFP28 uplink ports |
| Switching Capacity | 4.0 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 971 Mpps |
| CPU | 8-core CPU |
| Memory | 16GB RAM |
| Storage | 128GB SSD |
| Power Supply Options | Internal 750W AC power supply (up to 2 PSUs), Internal 750W DC power supply (up to 2 PSUs) |
| Fan Tray | 6 fan modules (5 + 1 redundancy) |
| Airflow Options | Front-to-back and back-to-front |
| Dimensions | 44.0 cm / 53.2 cm / 4.3 cm (17.3 in. W / 20.9 in. D / 1.7in. H) |
| Weight | 7.42 kg (16.4 lb) no PSU, 9.07 kg (20.0 lb) with single PSU |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| Altitude | 0 – 3000 meters |

Main Features and Advantages
The Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C switch boasts the following key features:
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High-Performance Connectivity: With 48 SFP28 ports supporting data rates up to 25Gb per second and eight QSFP28 ports for connectivity at speeds of up to 100Gb per second, it meets the growing bandwidth demands of modern networks. Its non-blocking wire-speed design ensures efficient data transmission, while a switching capacity of 4.0 Tbps and a forwarding rate of 971 Mpps guarantee smooth network operation even under heavy traffic.
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Advanced Fabric Connect Technology: Supporting Extreme Fabric Connect technology based on an extended implementation of the Shortest Path Bridging (SFB) standards of IEEE 802.1aq, the switch enables the creation of a Layer 2 and Layer 3 virtualized network. This simplifies network provisioning and reduces the workload on network and IT teams. Fabric Connect allows the network to function as a single cloud, instantly propagating all endpoints’ service attributes to every other node within the network’s fabric. It also supports Fabric Extend, enabling simplified provisioning and virtualization services over an intermediate Layer 2 or Layer 3-based third-party network.
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Rich Layer 3 Service Support: The switch supports advanced Layer 3 services, including IPv4 and IPv6 dynamic routing and IP multicast services. It can handle conventional IP routing deployments as well as fabric-based services, making it adaptable to diverse network scenarios. It also supports Distributed Virtual Routing (DVR) leaf services, VXLAN Gateway services, and IP routing technologies such as RIPv1/2, RIPng, and OSPFv2/v3, as well as multicast services like PIM-SM/SMM, IGMP v1, 2, and 3.
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Powerful Management and Automation Features: Compatible with Ansible Network modules, it enables network administrators to configure, test, and validate existing network states across the entire VSP device family. This delivers simple, powerful, agentless automation. Managed by ExtremeCloud IQ and ExtremeCloud IQ—Site Engine, it provides centralized switch management, offering a consolidated view of users, devices, and applications across wired and wireless networks. Its web-based GUI delivers simple on-box management functions, while a generic command-line interface (CLI) is available for manual configuration. Zero-touch provisioning allows for quick deployment of new switches, and granular views of devices, ports, and users enable efficient inventory and network topology management.
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Native Analytics Capabilities: The switch provides intelligent insights into the network through native analytics capabilities, including line-rate, hardware-accelerated IPFIX, and sFlow for traffic flow data analysis. These tools offer visibility into both the network and applications, enabling data-driven decisions without the need for expensive sensors or collectors.
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Flexible Power and Cooling Options: The Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C supports internal 750W AC and DC power supplies, with up to two PSUs for redundancy. It also offers front-to-back and back-to-front airflow options, allowing users to select the most suitable power and cooling configurations based on their data center environment.
Application Fields
The Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C switch is suitable for various application scenarios:
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Data Centers: As a core component of data center networks, the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C provides high-bandwidth, low-latency connections for servers and storage devices. Its support for high-density 25Gb and 100Gb ports enables efficient handling of large data flows, meeting the demands of cloud computing, virtualization, and big data applications. Its Fabric Connect technology simplifies data center network architectures, reducing network complexity and management overhead. It also facilitates the deployment of new services and enhances the flexibility and scalability of data center networks.
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Enterprise Networks: In enterprise campus networks, the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C can serve as an aggregation or leaf switch, connecting various departments and branch offices. Its rich Layer 3 routing features support enterprise-wide network interconnection and enable efficient communication between different business units. Its advanced security and traffic management capabilities ensure the secure transmission of enterprise data and provide quality-of-service guarantees for critical business applications.
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Service Provider Networks: For service providers, the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C can be used as a broadband access switch or metropolitan area network (MAN) edge switch. It delivers high-speed network access for residential and commercial users, supporting services such as internet access, IPTV, and VoIP. Its high performance and scalability meet the growing bandwidth and service demands of service providers, helping them enhance competitiveness and profitability. Additionally, its Fabric Extend feature allows service providers to extend their networks over a Service Provider WAN, such as MPLS or Ethernet WAN, enabling interconnection between different Fabric Connect environments and expanding service coverage.
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Research and Education Networks: In research and education institutions, the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C can provide high-speed network infrastructure for campus networks and research laboratories. Its powerful performance and advanced features support high-bandwidth applications such as scientific research, online education, and video conferencing. Its support for open standards and extensive protocol compatibility facilitates integration with existing network equipment, enabling the construction of flexible and scalable research and education networks.

Related Products
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VSP7400-32C: A core or spine switch with 32 100Gb QSFP28 ports. Like the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C, it belongs to the VSP 7400 series and shares similar technologies and management features. However, it is designed for core or spine layer applications, providing high-bandwidth, low-latency connections for data center spine planes. When combined with the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C, it forms a complete spine-leaf network architecture, enabling efficient data exchange between servers and storage devices.
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VSP7400-48Y-8C-AC-F: A variant of the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C equipped with a single 750W AC power supply and six fans, offering front-to-back airflow. Its power supply and cooling configuration differ from the base model, making it suitable for specific data center cooling architectures. It shares the same port configuration, switching capacity, and other performance features as the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C, ensuring consistent network performance and functionality.
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VSP7400-48Y-8C-AC-R: Another variant of the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C with a single 750W AC power supply and six fans, but with back-to-front airflow. Similar to the VSP7400-48Y-8C-AC-F, it differs from the base model in power supply and cooling configuration, catering to diverse data center cooling requirements. Other aspects, such as port configuration and switching capacity, remain consistent with the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C, ensuring reliable network operation.
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VSP7400-48Y-8C-DC-F: A variant of the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C featuring a single 750W DC power supply and six fans, with front-to-back airflow. It is designed for data centers using DC power supplies, offering the same high-performance port configuration and switching capacity as the base model. Its DC power supply configuration enables it to adapt to different power supply environments, ensuring stable network operation.
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VSP7400-48Y-8C-DC-R: Another variant of the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C with a single 750W DC power supply and six fans, but with back-to-front airflow. Like the VSP7400-48Y-8C-DC-F, it is tailored for DC-powered data centers. Beyond the power supply and cooling configuration differences, it shares the same performance features as the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C, ensuring efficient network operation.
Installation and Maintenance
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Preparations Before Installation: Before installing the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C, ensure the installation site meets the switch’s environmental requirements, including temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Prepare necessary tools such as a screwdriver and cable ties. Verify that the power supply and network cables are compatible with the switch. If using an external redundant power supply, ensure the RPS connector is properly connected. For rack-mounted installations, prepare a suitable 19-inch server rack and mounting hardware. For desktop installations, select a stable and level surface.
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Maintenance Suggestions: Regularly clean the surface of the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C to remove dust and debris, ensuring proper heat dissipation. Check the power supply and fan modules periodically to ensure normal operation. Monitor the switch’s status through management software and promptly address any alerts or errors. Perform firmware upgrades as needed to enhance performance and fix potential issues. During daily operations, avoid frequently plugging and unplugging cables to prevent port damage. When expanding or adjusting the network, back up the switch’s configuration to ensure quick recovery in case of failures.
Product Assurance
Our company offers a one-year quality warranty for the Extreme VSP7400-48Y-8C product, covering hardware failures caused by non-human factors. During the warranty period, if the product exhibits abnormal performance or functional failure, we will provide replacement services. We maintain a large inventory of industrial control spare parts, including discontinued models, and can quickly respond to customer demands for scarce spare parts. Leveraging our global supply chain network, we deliver reliable services to support the continuous and stable operation of industrial systems. Established in 2007, our company is a leading enterprise in the industrial control industry with 17 years of experience. As an import and export trading and distribution company, we specialize in industrial control spare parts from major brands. With supply channel advantages and ample inventory, we meet customers’ urgent needs for spare parts. Our primary products include PLC modules, DCS cards, ESD system cards, vibration monitoring system cards, steam turbine control system modules, gas generator spare parts, instruments, and meters. We are committed to providing high-quality products and services to help customers achieve their goals.












