Edge-Core ECS5610-52S Layer 3 Switch

Edge-CoreSKU: 3662905

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Edge-Core ECS5610-52S Layer 3 Switch

The Edge-Core ECS5610-52S Layer 3 Switch is a purpose-built solution for medium to large data centers and Enterprise Campus deployments. With 48 10GbE SFP+ ports and 4 uplink ports at 40GbE, this 1U chassis delivers scalable, low-latency performance for demanding workloads while maintaining simplicity in management and deployment. Designed from the ground up for high availability and mission-critical environments, the ECS5610-52S blends dense port density with robust routing capabilities to meet the evolving needs of modern networks. Whether you’re building a leaf-spine spine or consolidating campus core services, this switch offers the reliability, feature richness, and install-friendly footprint required to support growing bandwidth and complex policy needs.

  • High-density connectivity: 48 x 10GbE SFP+ ports paired with 4 x 40GbE uplinks provide scalable, non-blocking performance for servers, storage, and virtualization hosts in data centers and enterprise campuses.
  • Layer 3 routing with enterprise-grade features: Static and dynamic routing, VRF support, OSPF and BGP capabilities, ACLs, and flexible QoS ensure precise traffic control, efficient routing, and secure segmentation across large networks.
  • Enterprise-grade reliability in a compact 1U chassis: Designed for high availability with robust cooling, redundant power options, and hot-swappable components to minimize downtime in critical environments.
  • Comprehensive management and automation: Standard CLI and web-based management, SNMP support, and API access streamline provisioning, monitoring, and integration with DC orchestration and monitoring tools.
  • Broad deployment versatility: Optimized for data center leaves and campus core, with multicast, VLAN, IPv6 readiness, and QoS features that align with modern traffic patterns and policy-driven networks.

Technical Details of Edge-Core ECS5610-52S

  • Ports: 48 x 10 GbE SFP+; 4 x 40 GbE uplinks
  • Form factor: 1U rack-mountable chassis designed for dense deployments in data centers and enterprise networks
  • Layer 3 features: Static routing, dynamic routing (OSPF, BGP), VRF support, ACLs, policy-based routing, and comprehensive QoS
  • Management: CLI, web-based GUI, SNMP, and API access for automation and integration with existing network management systems
  • Security and policy: Access control lists, IPv6 support, VLANs, multicast (IGMP/MLD), and robust traffic filtering for secure, scalable networks
  • High availability: Redundant power options and hot-swappable cooling components to maximize uptime in mission-critical environments
  • Performance characteristics: Designed for high-throughput, low-latency forwarding with stable performance under substantial load
  • Operating environment: Built to withstand enterprise data center and campus conditions with reliable thermal and electrical design

How to install Edge-Core ECS5610-52S

Installing the ECS5610-52S is straightforward for data center and campus networks. Begin by confirming the rack space and ensuring proper grounding and power availability. Mount the switch securely in a standard 19-inch rack, connect the redundant power supplies if you have them, and verify that cooling airflow is unobstructed to prevent thermal throttling. Next, connect the 48 x 10GbE SFP+ ports to the servers, storage devices, or top-of-rack switches as required by your topology. Attach the 4 x 40GbE uplinks to the core or aggregation layer to establish high-speed, scalable connectivity to other parts of the network. Once physical connections are in place, power on the device and access the management interface through the default management IP or a DHCP-obtained address, depending on your initial configuration.

Initial configuration should establish a stable foundation for your network policy. Set up a management network with a dedicated IP address, enable essential security features, and apply a baseline QoS policy aligned with your traffic profiles. Create VLANs to segment traffic between servers, storage, and clients, and implement Layer 3 routing for inter-VLAN communication. If your network uses VRFs, configure them to isolate tenant or departmental traffic as needed. Import or set up ACLs to enforce security boundaries and policy-based routing rules to optimize the path selection for different classes of service. Finally, verify reachability across the entire fabric, perform a firmware update if necessary, and enable monitoring tools to track health, utilization, and performance.

Ongoing operations should include routine health checks, firmware maintenance, and periodic policy reviews. Leverage the switch’s management APIs and SNMP to integrate with your network monitoring stack, set up alerts for link failures or abnormal utilization, and maintain a detailed inventory of connected devices. Regular backups of your configuration help ensure rapid recovery in case of a failure or roll-forward scenario. With proper planning and automation, the ECS5610-52S becomes a dependable backbone for East-West traffic in data centers and a resilient core for campus networks.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the Edge-Core ECS5610-52S used for?

    The ECS5610-52S is a Layer 3 switch designed for high-performance data center and enterprise campus deployments. It provides dense 10GbE access, 40GbE uplinks, advanced routing, security policies, and management capabilities suitable for medium to large networks requiring low latency and high throughput.

  • What port configuration does it offer?

    It includes 48 x 10 GbE SFP+ ports for server and storage connectivity and 4 x 40 GbE uplink ports for core or aggregation-layer connectivity, enabling scalable, flexible network architectures.

  • Does it support Layer 3 routing and VRF?

    Yes. The switch supports static and dynamic routing (including OSPF and BGP), VRF for traffic separation, ACLs for security, and advanced QoS for traffic engineering across segments.

  • What about high availability?

    The ECS5610-52S is built for mission-critical environments with a 1U form factor, redundant power options, and hot-swappable cooling components to help ensure continuous operation and rapid maintenance without downtime.

  • How is it managed and integrated?

    Management is handled through a combination of CLI, web-based GUI, SNMP, and APIs, allowing seamless integration with existing IT workflows, monitoring systems, and automation tools.

  • Is IPv6 supported?

    Yes. The switch supports IPv6 alongside IPv4, enabling modern network architectures and future-proofing deployments as IP traffic evolves.


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