Extreme Networks 51032 Alpine G8xi 8-Port 1000Base-X GBIC Network Switch Module

Overview
The Extreme Networks Alpine G8xi 8-Port 1000Base-X GBIC Network Switch Module (part number 51032) delivers high-performance fiber connectivity for demanding campus and data center environments. Designed to fit seamlessly into Alpine series chassis, this compact module provides eight parallel 1 Gbps optical ports, enabling reliable, low-latency Ethernet links over multimode or single-mode fiber. Its plug-and-play design simplifies installation while maintaining the rugged reliability expected from Extreme Networks.

Key Features

• Eight 1000Base-X GBIC ports for scalable fiber expansion
• Supports both multimode (850 nm) and single-mode (1310 nm) optics
• Hot-swap capable for zero-downtime upgrades
• Low power consumption to reduce overall energy costs
• Full compliance with IEEE 802.3z standards
• Integrated diagnostics for rapid fault isolation

Technical Specifications

• Port type: GBIC (SFP) 1000Base-X
• Data rate: 1 Gbps per port
• Maximum cable length: up to 550 meters multimode, up to 10 km single-mode
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Power supply: 48 VDC from chassis backplane
• Dimensions: fits standard 1U Alpine slot
• Connector type: LC duplex

Applications
The Alpine G8xi module is ideal for:

• Enterprise campus backbones requiring high-density fiber uplinks
• Data center top-of-rack or aggregation switches
• Metro Ethernet deployments needing robust, scalable connectivity
• Industrial or remote sites where reliable fiber performance is critical
• Network expansions that demand hot-swap capability without service interruption

By integrating the Alpine G8xi 8-Port 1000Base-X module, organizations can future-proof their networks, improve bandwidth utilization, and maintain the high availability standards essential for modern digital operations.