Chapter 3: Summit Option Cards And Versatile Interface Modules; Overview - Extreme Networks Summit X150 Series Hardware Installation Manual

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C H A P T E R
This chapter describes port option cards, versatile interface modules (VIMs), and stacking modules that
are available for use with Summit family switches. These option cards add 10-Gbps copper or fiber I/O
ports or high-performance stacking ports to the back panel of compatible switches.
This chapter includes the following sections:
Overview on page 157
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Summit XGM-2xn Option Card on page 159
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Summit XGM2-2xn Option Card on page 160
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Summit XGM2-2xf Option Card on page 161
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Summit XGM2-2sf Option Card on page 162
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Summit XGM2-2bt Option Card on page 162
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Versatile Interface Modules for the Summit X650 Series Switches on page 163
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Versatile Interface Modules for the Summit X480 Series Switches on page 166
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Optional Ports for the Summit X460 Series Switches on page 169
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VIM4-40G4X Versatile Interface Module for the Summit X670 Switch on page 171
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Overview

Summit port option cards, versatile interface modules, or stacking modules are installed in dedicated
slots at the back of the switch to provide optional I/O ports or stacking ports. The option slot is covered
by a blank panel if no card or module is installed.
Table 53 lists the types of Summit port option cards, VIMs, and stacking modules and their compatible
Summit switch series.
Summit Family Switches Hardware Installation Guide
Summit Option Cards and
Versatile Interface Modules
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