Expansion Modules
5720-VIM-2CE Versatile Interface Module on page 22
5720-VIM-6YE Versatile Interface Module on page 23
Solid-State Drives on page 24
You can install a versatile interface module (VIM) in a dedicated slot in the front panel of the
ExtremeSwitching 5720 Series switch to provide 25/100G dedicated high speed ports. The front panel
of every 5720 Series switch provides one slot to install the following:
• 5720-VIM-2CE versatile interface module that provides two 100GbE QSFP28 MACsec capable ports.
10/25/40Gb data rates supported through port partitioning.
• 5720-VIM-6YE versatile interface module that provides six 1/10/25GbE SFP28 MACsec capable
ports.
The 5720-VIM-2CE ports are 1-2 on the 5720-VIM-2CE faceplate.
The 5720-VIM-6YE ports are 1-6 on the 5720-VIM-6YE faceplate.
In Fabric Engine, the 5720-VIM slot number is 2.
5720-VIMs are ordered separately. Each VIM label can be found on the bottom side of the device, as
seen in the following figure:
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