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Silver 1U rack-mount network switch with 24 empty SFP cages and four SFP+ uplink ports

Extreme Networks

Extreme Networks 5420F-24S-4XE 24-port SFP network switch

SKU CH-MY6K-MAH0Y MPN 5420F-24S-4XE

Managed 24-port SFP switch with four 1/10Gb SFP+ uplinks and MACsec capability

  • Network Management TypeManaged
  • Primary Ports24 x 100/1000BASE-X (SFP) ports (unpopulated) • MACsec-capab
  • VLAN SupportYes
  • PoEAll 5420 models support 30W, 60W, and 90W PoE that conforms
  • StackableYes
  • DimensionsHeight: 43.2 mm (1.7 in.) Width: 442.0 mm (17.4 in.) Depth:

Model 5420F-24S-4XE

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • 24 SFP ports provide flexible fibre connectivity for diverse edge deployments
  • 4 SFP+ uplink ports deliver 1/10Gb high-speed aggregation to core networks
  • Stackable design supports up to eight units via SFP-DD ports for simplified management
  • Dual-persona OS lets you choose Switch Engine or Fabric Engine at boot
  • MACsec-capable ports enable hardware-based encryption for secure data transmission

Universal Edge Switch

The Extreme Networks 5420F-24S-4XE is a managed universal edge switch with twenty-four unpopulated 100/1000BASE-X SFP ports and four unpopulated 1/10Gb SFP+ uplink ports. It supports dual-persona OS selection between Switch Engine and Fabric Engine at boot or later. Cloud onboarding uses zero-touch provisioning for hands-off deployment. Stackable design allows up to eight units via SFP-DD ports.

Sustained Load Behavior

Aggregated switch bandwidth reaches 208Gbps with a frame forwarding rate of 154.8Mpps across all active ports. MACsec capability on primary and uplink ports provides line-rate encryption without throughput penalty under continuous traffic. Dual SFP-DD stacking ports deliver 20Gbps each for resilient backplane performance during prolonged high-utilisation periods.

Upgrade Context

This model replaces legacy fixed-configuration switches lacking SFP flexibility, MACsec support or cloud-managed zero-touch onboarding. The jump is worth it for networks requiring universal OS choice, fabric-enabled automation and IEEE 802.3bt PoE readiness on compatible 5420 variants. It does not suit buyers needing built-in copper RJ-45 density or pre-populated transceivers.

Highlights

  • 24 SFP ports provide flexible fibre connectivity for diverse edge deployments
  • 4 SFP+ uplink ports deliver 1/10Gb high-speed aggregation to core networks
  • Stackable design supports up to eight units via SFP-DD ports for simplified management
  • Dual-persona OS lets you choose Switch Engine or Fabric Engine at boot
  • MACsec-capable ports enable hardware-based encryption for secure data transmission

Specifications

BrandExtreme Networks
Series5420
Model5420F-24S-4XE
Network Management TypeManaged
Primary Ports24 x 100/1000BASE-X (SFP) ports (unpopulated)
• MACsec-capable
4 x 1/10Gb SFP+ uplink ports(unpopulated)
• MACsec-capable
2 x Stacking/SFP-DD ports* (unpopulated)
1 x Serial console port (RJ-45)
1 x 10/100/1000BASE-T out-of-band management port
2 x USB A ports for management or external USB flash
1 x USB Micro-B console port
VLAN SupportYes
PoEAll 5420 models support 30W, 60W, and 90W PoE that conforms with IEEE 802.3bt. This enables the 5420 to address the needs of powered edge devices, while eliminating the need for additional electrical cabling and circuits. In addition, 5420 PoE models support perpetual and fast PoE for even more efficient and reliable powered edge device operation
StackableYes
DimensionsHeight: 43.2 mm (1.7 in.)
Width: 442.0 mm (17.4 in.)
Depth: 330.20 mm (13.0 in.)
Weight5.36 kg (11.82 lb.)
Shipping weight4.54 kg
Package size592 × 422 × 157 mm

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