Extreme Networks 5720 Interface Module with 6 25GbE Ports

The Extreme Networks 5720-VIM-6YE is an interface module that equips a compatible Extreme Networks 5720 switch with six 25 Gigabit Ethernet SFP28 ports. Each port delivers up to 25 Gbps throughput, giving network engineers a simple way to lift aggregate bandwidth without replacing existing chassis or disrupting live traffic.

This module supports MACsec encryption, so traffic remains protected from unauthorized interception while latency stays low. Because the ports accept standard SFP28 optical transceivers, you can tailor link distances and fiber types to suit top-of-rack connections, spine-leaf architectures, or inter-building links.

Large data centers can use the 5720-VIM-6YE to carry east-west traffic between server clusters, while enterprise campuses can deploy it at the aggregation layer to backhaul high-volume workloads from access switches. Service providers will also appreciate the straightforward installation that lets them scale capacity in edge routers or metro aggregation nodes without extensive re-cabling.

The plug-in form factor slides directly into the designated expansion bay on a 5720 switch, and the module is recognized immediately after boot, which minimizes downtime during upgrades. Power and cooling draw are consolidated within the host chassis, keeping rack planning uncomplicated.

• Six 25 GbE SFP28 ports expand switch bandwidth to 150 Gbps of aggregate throughput
• MACsec encryption safeguards data in motion without noticeable overhead
• Compatible with optical fiber for flexible link distances
• 25 Gigabit Ethernet technology supports demanding virtualization, storage, and cloud workloads
• Plug-in module design installs quickly into Extreme Networks 5720 series switches