Site Preparation

Monitor and log power supply status.

Display the voltage (current draw) of the equipment.

Restart equipment after a long power outage.

Display the voltage currently on the line.

Provide alarms on certain error conditions.

Provide short circuit protection.

Selecting a UPS

To determine UPS requirements for your switch, answer these questions:

What are the amperage requirements?

What is the longest potential time period that the UPS would be required to supply backup power?

Where will the UPS be installed?

What is the maximum transition time that your installation will allow?

NOTE

Extreme Networks recommends that you use a UPS that provides online protection.

Calculating Volt-Amperage Requirements

To determine the minimum volt-amperage requirements for your UPS:

1Locate the voltage and amperage requirements for each piece of equipment. These numbers are usually located on a sticker on the back or bottom of your equipment.

2Multiply the numbers together to get Volt-Amps (VA): VA = Volts x Amperes

3Add together the VA from all the pieces of equipment to find the total VA requirement.

To determine the minimum volt-amperage requirements for your UPS, we recommend that you add 30% to the total.

UPS Transition Time

Transition time is the time that is necessary for the UPS to transfer from utility power to full-load battery power. For Extreme Networks products, a transition time of less than 20 milliseconds is required for optimum performance.

Applicable Industry Standards

For more information, see the following ANSI/TIA/EIA standards:

ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A—discusses the six subsystems of a structured cabling system.

ANSI/TIA/EIA-569-A—discusses design considerations.

ANSI/TIA/EIA-606—discusses cabling system administration.

ANSI/TIA/EIA-607—discusses commercial building grounding and bonding requirements.

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8800 Series specifications

Extreme Networks 8800 Series is a robust family of network switches designed to cater to the demands of modern data centers and enterprise networks. Engineered for high performance, scalability, and reliability, these switches provide an ideal solution for organizations looking to enhance their network infrastructure.

One of the standout features of the 8800 Series is its high-performance architecture, which supports up to 10 terabits per second of switching capacity. This ensures that the switch can handle the increased bandwidth demands of today’s applications, such as cloud computing and big data analytics. The series also supports a wide range of interface options, including 1G, 10G, and 40G ports, allowing for flexible deployment in various network environments.

A critical advantage of the Extreme Networks 8800 Series is its advanced virtualization capabilities. It supports network virtualization technologies such as Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) and Segment Routing, which help create resilient, efficient, and scalable network topologies. These technologies not only reduce the complexity of the network but also enhance operational efficiency by simplifying the management of virtualized environments.

The 8800 Series comes with built-in cybersecurity features, ensuring that the network remains protected against growing threats. With capabilities such as IEEE 802.1X port authentication and advanced encryption standards, the series effectively secures data integrity and confidentiality. Additionally, Extreme’s “SecureStack” technology further bolsters security by providing robust access control mechanisms, ensuring that only authorized devices can connect to the network.

Another notable characteristic of this series is its Ethernet platform, which supports multigigabit Ethernet up to 100G, enabling organizations to future-proof their network infrastructure. The switches are designed with energy efficiency in mind, utilizing advanced power management technologies that reduce energy consumption and operating costs, making them environmentally friendly solutions.

The availability of centralized management through Extreme Networks’ management software simplifies the complexity of network operations. Features like Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) streamline deployment processes, allowing IT teams to quickly implement and configure devices with minimal manual intervention.

In summary, the Extreme Networks 8800 Series offers a comprehensive set of features and advanced technologies designed to meet the demands of high-performance networking. With its scalability, virtualization support, robust security measures, and energy efficiency, the 8800 Series stands out as a superior choice for organizations seeking to enhance their network capabilities and embrace the future of connectivity.