Extreme networks STK-CAB-SHORT Data Sheet

B-Series – Data Sheet 

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B-Series B5

•  Aligns network resource utilization 

with business goals and priorities

•  Reliable network operation for 

mission-critical applications

•  Management automation 

capabilities reduce network 
operational expenses

•  Automatic discovery and 

deployment of VoIP services

•  Ability to audit network for 

adherence to compliance 
regulations, such as PCI or HIPAA

•  Network resources securely 

allocated according to user roles 

•  Network security maintained 

concurrently with user mobility

•  Industry-leading customer 

satisfaction and first call  
resolution rates

•  Personalized services, including 

site surveys, network design, 

installation, and training

•  Comprehensive lifetime 

warranty, including feature 
upgrades and more

•  Future-proofed with 802.3at  

high-power PoE support

•  Automatic discovery and deployment of VoIP services 

•  High-availability stacking assures reliable network operations

•  Automated management features reduce operational costs

•  Investment protection via comprehensive lifetime warranty

•  1.47 Tbps capacity and 809.5 Mpps 

The Extreme Networks B5 is a scalable, high-performance Gigabit Ethernet 

switch that provides support for the bandwidth-intensive and latency-sensitive 
requirements of today’s demanding business applications. The B5 is an excellent 
choice for environments that require complete multi-layer switching capabilities 
and support for high density 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, cost effective10GE 

uplinks, dual IPv4/IPv6 management, basic routing and policy-based automation 

capabilities for advanced edge deployments.

The B5 incorporates the new 802.3at high-power PoE on all ports, translating into 

increased power provisioning for power-hungry devices such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom 

(PTZ) IP surveillance cameras, IP videophones, third party 802.11n access points 
and virtual desktops. Built-in high-power PoE support is a cost effective alternative 

for customers in place of purchasing separate PoE midspans, which can take away 
valuable rack space, add cost and contribute more cabling to the wiring closet.

The B5 provides high port density in a 1U footprint and is environmentally friendly 

by design. The B5’s overall energy efficiency is further enhanced by a low current 

draw and an extreme tolerance for high environmental temperatures. A highly-
scalable architecture and a comprehensive lifetime warranty ensure that a B5 

network investment will sustain a secure, feature-rich and cost-effective network 
well into the future.

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