Extreme Networks 5720 2-Port 100Gb Ethernet Expansion Module

The Extreme Networks 5720-VIM-2CE is a plug-in expansion module that adds two 100 Gigabit Ethernet ports to an Extreme Networks 5720 switch. Through QSFP28 interfaces, it delivers the bandwidth required for today’s data-heavy applications while preserving the switch’s compact footprint.

By installing this module, a network team can consolidate uplinks, relieve congestion, and prepare for future growth without replacing the entire switching platform. It is well suited for enterprise data centers, campus cores, and aggregation layers where rapid backup, virtualization traffic, or high-resolution media streams demand reliable 100 Gb throughput.

Integration is straightforward: slide the module into a compatible 5720 chassis, apply the appropriate optics or direct-attach cables, and the additional links appear in the existing management workflow. Because the 5720 series already supports secure segmentation and policy-based control, the added ports inherit the same features, helping administrators maintain consistent security and quality-of-service settings.

Whether you are extending a spine-leaf fabric, creating high-speed disaster-recovery links between sites, or simply boosting the bandwidth available to edge stacks, this module provides a cost-effective path to 100 Gb performance while protecting your original hardware investment.

• Adds 2 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet ports to an Extreme Networks 5720 switch
• Uses QSFP28 interfaces for flexible choice of optics or direct-attach cabling
• Plug-in installation eliminates the need for an external chassis or separate appliance
• Works with existing 5720 management, security, and policy features
• Supports both optical and copper direct-attach connections
• Ideal for data center uplinks, campus cores, and high-throughput aggregation points