Extreme Networks BDXA-40G12X 40G QSFP+ I/O Line Card

Technical SpecificationsModel:BDXA-40G12X Brand: Extreme Networks Product Type: Hot-swappable I/O line card / blade Compatible chassis:BlackDiamond X8 modular core switch Ports:12 × QSFP+ slots for 40G optical transceivers and 40G AOC cables Speed:Wire-speed 40G per port Minimum OS:ExtremeXOS 15.1.1 Max modules per chassis:Up to 8 blades (total 96×40G ports) Fabric compatibility:Works with 2.56Tbps or 5.12Tbps fabric modules Operating temperature:0℃ ~ +40℃ Storage temperature:-40℃ ~ +70℃ Relative humidity:10%~90%, non-condensing Weight:2.2 kg

System compatibilityBDXA-40G12X is Extreme Networks 40G high-density fiber line card for BlackDiamond X8 chassis. It works with BDX-MM1 management modules, fabric modules, power supplies and fan trays. Compatible with Extreme validated QSFP+ 40G SR4/LR4 transceivers and 40G active optical cables. Widely used for data center core uplink and spine-leaf fabric spare replacement.

FunctionBDXA-40G12X provides wire-speed 40G QSFP+ fiber uplink interfaces for BlackDiamond X8 chassis. It supports L2 switching, L3 routing, ACL, QoS, FCoE and DCB. It reports port status, transceiver DDM data, module temperature and power consumption to chassis management module. Used to replace faulty 40G I/O blades for BlackDiamond X8 core chassis overhaul.

InstallationHot-swappable replacement. Insert BDXA-40G12X into empty slot of BlackDiamond X8 chassis. Tighten captive screws. Insert QSFP+ transceivers or AOC cables. Power on chassis, verify module online status on ExtremeXOS. Check port and transceiver DDM readings before putting into production.

Interface12×QSFP+ front panel slots, module status LEDs, ejector handles for Extreme Networks BDXA-40G12X.

FeatureOriginal Extreme Networks BlackDiamond X8 12-port 40G QSFP+ line card, hot-swappable, wire-speed 40G performance, DCB/FCoE support, ExtremeXOS OS, built-in self-diagnostic function. This spare supports high-speed inter-switch uplink and data center fabric deployment.

DiagnosticModule not detected: check blade seating, captive screws and backplane contact. Port link down: verify QSFP+ transceiver, fiber/AOC cable and port admin status. Transceiver no DDM data: confirm Extreme validated QSFP+ transceiver. Over-temperature alarm: check chassis fan tray operation and airflow.

Product BriefBDXA-40G12X is Extreme Networks 12-port 40G QSFP+ hot-swappable fiber line card for BlackDiamond X8 core chassis, wire-speed 40G uplink ports, classic spare part for large data center spine-leaf fabric and core network overhaul.

DisclaimerAll parameters are for reference only and shall not be used as the basis for quotation. Goods are scarce, overseas delivery lead time is 3-7 working days. It is only used for equipment maintenance and renovation.