Extreme 7720-32c: Front‑to‑Back Air Flow, 32x40/100G Ports, Dual AC Power

Meet the Extreme 7720-32c, a purpose-built data center switch engineered to deliver dense, high‑performance connectivity in a compact 1U form factor. Optimized for front‑to‑back airflow, this model is purposefully designed to integrate with standard rack cooling systems while providing enormous uplink capacity through 32 ports that can operate at 40G or 100G speeds. Ideal for spine-and-leaf deployments, campus data centers, or enterprise core networks, the 7720-32c combines robust switching performance with rich features that simplify operations and accelerate digital transformation. With dual redundant AC power, hot‑swappable components, and a scalable OS, it offers extraordinary availability, security, and automation to meet today’s demanding workloads—from virtualization and AI workloads to large-scale telemetry and analytics.

• Dense 32x 40G/100G uplink capability enables flexible, scalable network designs that accommodate growth without sacrificing performance or simplicity.
• Front‑to‑back airflow hot‑swappable design is optimized for data center racks, improving cooling efficiency and reducing energy use while maintaining reliability in dense environments.
• Dual AC power supplies provide redundancy for continuous operation, enabling maintenance windows without network disruption and supporting high‑availability strategies.
• Advanced OS with comprehensive Layer 2/3 features, security controls, automation hooks, and telemetry to streamline day‑to‑day management and policy enforcement.
• Enterprise‑class reliability and serviceability, including modular components, robust fault isolation, and simplified lifecycle management for long‑term data center readiness.

Technicals Details of Extreme 7720-32c With Front To Back Air Flow. Supports 32x40/100g With Dual Ac P

• Model: Extreme 7720-32c
• Airflow orientation: Front‑to‑Back
• Port density: 32 ports supporting 40G and 100G Ethernet
• Power: Dual redundant AC power supplies for continued operation
• Networking features: Built‑in Layer 2/3 switching with security, QoS, and automation readiness
• Form factor: 1U rack‑mount chassis designed for standard 19" racks
• Management: Centralized software for policy control, monitoring, and troubleshooting

how to install Extreme 7720-32c With Front To Back Air Flow. Supports 32x40/100g With Dual Ac P

• Prepare your rack and data center environment: verify ambient temperature, airflow, and power availability according to your facility’s standards.
• Power down the equipment rack and install the dual redundant AC power supplies in the switch if not pre‑installed, ensuring hot‑swap capability for future maintenance.
• Mount the 7720-32c in a standard 19" rack using the included rails, securing the chassis with screws to prevent movement during operation.
• Connect the 32 uplink ports to your core or distribution fabric using appropriate 40G/100G cables, routing them to uplink edges or spine devices as per your topology.
• Establish management connectivity: attach a management Ethernet interface or console connection to your network operations center, and ensure PoE (if applicable) and data plane paths are isolated from management traffic.
• Power on the switch and perform the initial configuration: set up basic management access, update firmware if needed, configure VLANs, routing domains, and security policies, then validate connectivity across the fabric.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the benefit of front‑to‑back airflow on the Extreme 7720‑32c?

  A: Front‑to‑back airflow aligns with most data center rack cooling designs, improving airflow efficiency, reducing hot spots, and helping maintain stable temperatures for high‑density 40G/100G interfaces.

• Q: How many 40G/100G ports does the 7720‑32c provide?

  A: It provides 32 ports that can operate at 40G or 100G, enabling flexible uplink configurations to suit various spine/leaf or core deployments.

• Q: Does the switch support dual power supplies?

  A: Yes. The Extreme 7720‑32c is designed with dual redundant AC power supplies to ensure high availability and uninterrupted operation during maintenance or power events.

• Q: What network features can I expect on this model?

  A: The switch includes advanced Layer 2/3 capabilities, security controls, QoS, telemetry, and automation features to simplify policy enforcement and operational visibility across large fabrics.

• Q: Is this switch suitable for data center cores or campus edge deployments?

  A: It is well suited for data center core/spine and high‑density aggregation, delivering scalable bandwidth, reliable performance, and centralized management to support modern workloads and virtualization.

• Q: What mounting standard does it use?

  A: It is designed for standard 19-inch rack installations in a 1U chassis, compatible with common data center rack infrastructure.