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Extreme Networks Data Sheet:
BlackDiamond X8
MPLS entries, eliminating the need for expensive routers. The
BlackDiamond X8 can provide VM mobility between the data centers using
MPLS Virtual Private LAN System (VPLS), L2 Generic Routing
Encapsulation (L2 GRE) (future availability) and Virtual Extensible LAN
(VXLAN) (future availability). The BlackDiamond X8 can support up to
80Km distance using regular or DWDM optics, which can eliminate the
need for expensive optical equipment.
High Availability for Service Assurance
Today’s mission critical data centers cannot afford service blackouts and
upset customers. The BlackDiamond X8 prevents any single point of failure
at the hardware level through isolated control and data planes, fully
redundant 1+1 management modules, N+1 redundant switching fabric, and
N+1 redundant fans. For the power system, the BlackDiamond X8 offers N+1
power supply level and N+N power grid level redundancy.
At the software level, modular ExtremeXOS software increases network
availability by monitoring independent processes in real time. If any of
these processes become unresponsive or stop running they can be
automatically restarted without impacting other processes.
The BlackDiamond X8 supports a set of high availability features, including
In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) (future availability), Multi-Chassis Link
Aggregation (M-LAG) and Ethernet Automatic Protection Switching
(EAPS), allowing the network to provide uninterrupted connectivity in the
event of a failure, delivering a high level of resiliency and uptime.
Lower Operating Costs,
Better Business Margins
The BlackDiamond X8 is designed for power cooling and space efficiency.
Power consumption as low as 5.6 Watts per 10GbE port is enabled through
an obstruction-less orthogonal design, and variable speed fans that assist
in lower heat dissipation and more efficient use of data center cooling
resources. This results in lower utility bills to operate the network. The very
high density design of the BlackDiamond reduces space and rack
requirements, providing fast return on investment per RU. The
BlackDiamond X8 also supports CLI migration utilities to reduce the
learning curve of technical personnel and save cost. Overall, the
BlackDiamond X8 results in lower TCO compared to other switches in its
class.
