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ExtremeSwitching

byExtreme Networks
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4.8
Market Presence: Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN, Data Center and Cloud Networking (Transitioning to Data Center Switching)

Overview

Product Information on ExtremeSwitching

Updated 13th October 2025

What is ExtremeSwitching?

ExtremeSwitching is a software offered by Extreme Networks that provides advanced network switching capabilities for organizations. The software supports the deployment and management of wired networks, delivering security, automation, and analytics features to facilitate efficient network operations. It integrates with fabric-based and traditional switching technologies, allowing for simplified scaling and streamlined network operations. ExtremeSwitching enables policy-based automation, real-time monitoring, and proactive troubleshooting, addressing business requirements for reliable connectivity and performance. The software is designed to help organizations manage evolving network demands and optimize infrastructure utilization across diverse environments.

ExtremeSwitching Pricing

ExtremeSwitching software utilizes a tiered pricing model based on features and network scale. The pricing structure typically includes options for perpetual licenses as well as subscription-based models with different levels, determined by the required performance and management capabilities. Some packages may factor in the number of devices managed or require additional fees for advanced software features and technical support.

Overall experience with ExtremeSwitching

IT Associate
Gov't/PS/ED <5,000 Employees, Government
FAVORABLE

“AutoSence and ZTP streamline your deployments and management,”

5.0
May 5, 2026
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CYBERSECURITY ARCHITECT
500M - 1B USD, Consumer Goods
CRITICAL

“Not Great. Not Bad. Decent.”

3.0
Mar 7, 2023
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 6th May 2024

Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR) centers on cloud networking, aiming to facilitate progressive connections between devices, applications, and individuals. The company ventures into advanced technological applications, including aspects of machine learning, artificial intelligence, analytics, and automation to implement solutions. Across the globe, a large number of clients depend on Extreme Networks' comprehensive, cloud-influenced networking solutions. The company's services and supports are heavily relied upon to speed up digital transformation operations, thus paving the way for progress.

Company Details

Updated 20th August 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1996
Head office location
Morrisville, United States
Number of employees
1001 - 5000
Annual Revenue
1B-3B USD
Website
www.extremenetworks.com

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ExtremeSwitching Reviews and Ratings

4.8

(417 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
73%
4 Star
25%
3 Star
1%
2 Star
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Why ratings and reviews count differ?
  • IT Associate
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Government
    Review Source

    AutoSence and ZTP streamline your deployments and management,

    5.0
    May 5, 2026
    with a small IT the zero touch deployment really makes for efficient deployment of new hardware.
  • IT Associate
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Government
    Review Source

    AutoSence and ZTP streamline your deployments and management,

    5.0
    May 5, 2026
    with a small IT the zero touch deployment really makes for efficient deployment of new hardware.
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User Sentiment About ExtremeSwitching
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Performance of ExtremeSwitching Across Market Features

ExtremeSwitching Likes & Dislikes

Like

autosence and zero touch deployments

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autosence and zero touch deployments

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autosence and zero touch deployments

Dislike

Due to acquisitions over the years you'll have to choose from four or five different OSes and command line syntaxes depending on the type of switch chosen for the deployment. There has been plenty of time to consolidate on a single OS platform, but they have chosen not to do so. EXOS is their flagship OS as it is what they developed from the inception of Extreme. While it's a fine platform it takes significantly longer to configure an EXOS switch compared to other vendors. I also dislike the fact that they have been trying to integrate EXOS based switches into ExtemeCloud IQ for a few years and they have only a tiny subset of features available. The rest of the configuration has to happen manually. They also do not have a way to convert a brownfield deployment of locally configured EXOS switches to ExtremeCloud IQ management.

Dislike

Due to acquisitions over the years you'll have to choose from four or five different OSes and command line syntaxes depending on the type of switch chosen for the deployment. There has been plenty of time to consolidate on a single OS platform, but they have chosen not to do so. EXOS is their flagship OS as it is what they developed from the inception of Extreme. While it's a fine platform it takes significantly longer to configure an EXOS switch compared to other vendors. I also dislike the fact that they have been trying to integrate EXOS based switches into ExtemeCloud IQ for a few years and they have only a tiny subset of features available. The rest of the configuration has to happen manually. They also do not have a way to convert a brownfield deployment of locally configured EXOS switches to ExtremeCloud IQ management.

Dislike

Due to acquisitions over the years you'll have to choose from four or five different OSes and command line syntaxes depending on the type of switch chosen for the deployment. There has been plenty of time to consolidate on a single OS platform, but they have chosen not to do so. EXOS is their flagship OS as it is what they developed from the inception of Extreme. While it's a fine platform it takes significantly longer to configure an EXOS switch compared to other vendors. I also dislike the fact that they have been trying to integrate EXOS based switches into ExtemeCloud IQ for a few years and they have only a tiny subset of features available. The rest of the configuration has to happen manually. They also do not have a way to convert a brownfield deployment of locally configured EXOS switches to ExtremeCloud IQ management.