Abstract

Extreme Networks Inc. commissioned The Tolly Group to evaluate its Summit 400-48t, a 48-port Gigabit Ethernet Layer 2 and Layer 3 switch designed for use as an enterprise-class edge switch to connect Gigabit Ethernet-attached desktops.

The Tolly Group tested the Layer 2/Layer 3 throughput capability of the Summit 400 in two different port-pairing configurations, while it was subjected to standard fixed packet sizes. Additionally, engineers certified nearly 30 separate features defined by The Tolly Group’s “Tolly Verified” vendor-neutral certification program. Tests were conducted in March 2004.