Product Overview
The Enterasys C5 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 C5 is an excellent choice for environments that require complete multi-layer
switching capabilities and support for high density 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 10GE uplinks,
and dynamic IPv4 and IPv6 routing and policy-based automation capabilities for advanced
edge deployments.
The C5 incorporates the new 802.3at high-power PoE on all ports, which translates 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 C5 provides high port density in a 1U footprint and is environmentally friendly by design. The
C5’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 C5 network investment will sustain a secure, feature-rich and cost-effective
network well into the future.
The C5’s highly customizable Layer 2/3/4 packet classification capabilities work together with
the 8 hardware-based priority queues associated with each Ethernet port to support a suite of
differentiated services with as many as 8 distinct priority levels to provide guaranteed Quality
of Service (QoS) for critical voice and video network traffic. In conjunction with its non-blocking
L2 switching and L3 routing architecture, the C5’s intelligent queuing mechanisms ensure that
mission-critical applications receive prioritized access to network resources.
There is nothing more important
than our customers.
Benefits
Business Alignment
• Aligns network resource utilization with
business goals and priorities
• Reliable network operation for mission-
critical applications
Operational Efficiency
• Management automation capabilities
reduce network operational expenses
• Automatic discovery and deployment
of VoIP services
Security
• 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
Support and Service
• 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 and IPv6 routing 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
2.11Tbps capacity and 809.5Mpps
C-Series C5
Gigabit Ethernet Stackable L2/L3/L4 Switch
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