The Summit X450a series is based on Extreme Networks revolutionary ExtremeXOS OS. It offers the same high-performance, non-blocking hardware technology. The highly flexible and scalable Summit X450a switch is an ideal aggregation switch for traditional small core enterprise networks. It is a perfect first level aggregation device for DSLAMs at a local central office.Combining superior resiliency, comprehensive security, and non-blocking performance, the Summit X450a switch is the cornerstone of a high-performance network. Summit X450a series provides a high bandwidth, non-blocking architecture with tri-speed copper Gigabit Ethernet ports for demanding Top-of-Rack data center applications.