FLEXIBLE, FAST ETHERNET SWITCHING

AT AN ATTRACTIVE PRICE

Product Brief
Nortel Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 Series
Nortel’s Ethernet Routing Switch Convergence-ready, for • Economically priced non-PoE ports
2500 series combines enterprise-class VoIP and more for devices such as printers, servers
features, convergence-ready function- and other devices that don’t require
The Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 series
ality and investment protection in power from the network
offers outstanding value as a convergence-
one affordable solution. ready edge switch. It delivers 802.3af • The convergence capabilities of PoE
standards-based Power over Ethernet to support IP phones, network cameras,
The Nortel Ethernet Routing Switch
(PoE) to support IP Telephony and wireless access points, security, lighting
(ERS) series is a family of cost-effective and access control devices (e.g., badge
Wireless LAN access points.
10/100BaseT Ethernet switching prod- readers)
ucts perfectly suited for branch offices As not all network devices require Power
Additionally, the Ethernet Routing
of larger enterprises, or the enterprise over Ethernet, the Ethernet Routing
Switch 2500 family also uses the IEEE
edge, requiring a low-cost but feature- Switch 2500 provides the right mix of
standard 802.1AB for auto discovery of
rich solution in the wiring closet. PoE and non-PoE ports, so you don’t
802.1AB supporting devices such as IP
have to pay for power capacity that you’re
Ideal for enterprises with big plans but handsets. Each 802.1AB-supporting
never likely to use. This also minimizes
device learns the identification, configu-
not-so-big budgets, the Ethernet Routing the concern for power and cooling
ration and capabilities of neighboring
Switch 2500 offers the flexibility, scala- requirements in the wiring closet that
devices, and provides these details to the
bility and cost-effectiveness to deploy can sometimes be an issue with products
network management system. Nortel
next-generation technology today — that support PoE on all ports. This
further extends the use of this protocol by
while providing the high resiliency and unique design results in a flexible and
coupling it with the ability to automati-
low-cost, convergence-ready solution
performance you need. cally configure a port with pre-configured
that enables you to take advantage of:
QoS settings and VLAN membership in
the event of the detection of a Nortel IP
handset. This ensures fast and easy IP
handset deployments across the network.

Ethernet Routing Switch 2500

 Nortel Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 Series
With the right mix of PoE and Model Port configurations

ERS2526T 24 x 10/100 ports + 2 combo 10/100/1000BaseT/SFP mini-GBIC ports + 2

non-PoE ports (1/2 and 1/2), the 1000BaseT RJ-45 ports at the rear

Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 ERS2526T PWR 24 x 10/100 ports (PoE supported on 12 ports) + 2 combo 10/100/1000BaseT/SFP
mini-GBIC ports + 2 1000BaseT RJ-45 ports at the rear
delivers the performance and
ERS2550T 48 x 10/100 ports + 2 combo 10/100/1000BaseT/SFP mini-GBIC ports + 2
convergence-ready features that 1000BaseT RJ-45 ports at the rear

until now have only been avail- ERS2550T PWR 48 x 10/100 ports (PoE supported on 24 ports) + 2 combo
10/100/1000BaseT/SFP mini-GBIC ports + 2 1000BaseT RJ-45 ports at the rear
able in higher-priced switches.

Convergence is further supported Additionally, through the use of standard

through the Ethernet Routing Switch gigabit-grade RJ-45 cables to intercon-
2500’s Quality of Service (QoS) features. nect the Ethernet Routing Switch 2500s,
The Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 uses this intelligent solution enables its users
standards-based 802.1p and DSCP to benefit from all of the resilience and
priority queuing to prioritize mission- scalability that comes from deploying a
critical traffic such as VoIP. true stacking architecture yet maintains
its cost-effectiveness and simplicity.
Always on. Always available.
To further complement the Ethernet Ethernet Routing
A stack of up to eight units can be Routing Switch 2500’s fail-safe stacking Switch 2500 rear
created through the Ethernet Routing architecture, Nortel also offers support
Switch 2500’s support of fail-safe Securing access to the
for standards-based 802.3ad Link
stacking.* This allows the Ethernet Aggregation as well as its own multi-link network
Routing Switch 2500 series to scale up trunking technology that allows users The Ethernet Routing Switch 2500
to 384 10/100 ports and 16 10/100/ to create the grouping of ports to form offers high levels of security and flexi-
1000/SFP combo ports in a single stack high-speed trunks/aggregations. These bility, ensuring that only authorized
while maintaining its management bundles or groups of ports can be personnel gain access to a company’s
simplicity. Furthermore, through sub- distributed across different units in the LAN. Whether it is through use of an
second failovers in case of switch or same stack, thus delivering higher levels IEEE 802.1X-based EAP client or
stacking cable failure, the Ethernet of resilience in case of link or switch through a user/device MAC address,
Routing Switch 2500 can offer customers failure, ensuring that traffic arrives at network managers can ensure that
a solution that allows them access to its destination. only those who have successfully been
their applications and network resources authenticated against a RADIUS server
any time. have access to their specified resources.
For further flexibility, the Ethernet
Figure 1. Converged connectivity Routing Switch 2500 can support the
authentication of multiple devices/users
on a single port. For example, if a user’s
PC connects into the network via an IP
handset (Figure 1), the PC and the IP
Phone can be authenticated for author-
ized use to that port. Additionally, if
your company frequently has visitors,
support for a Guest VLAN allows
non-authenticated users to still use the
* Requires stacking license or stack-enabled units. network but to only have access to those
resources that have been pre-specified for
the Guest VLAN such as Internet access.

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Enterprise-class management used to specify which management use the product, including fan and
The Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 series stations can access the switch by speci- power supply. In the event of a discon-
is managed through Nortel’s enterprise- fying up to 10 authorized management tinuance of product manufacture, the
class Command Line Interface (NNCLI). station IP addresses. Nortel warranty support is limited to
The NNCLI provides a common industry five (5) years from the announcement
Support for backing up and restoring an
look and feel to CLI commands, helping of discontinuance.
ASCII Configuration file provides the
to reduce training and operational costs. network administrator with the ability
Additionally, use of either the Java Device to quickly deploy the same configura-
Summary
Manager tool or the web-based user tion file among various switches as well When it come to deploying converged
interface makes managing the Ethernet as to maintain a backup of the switch solutions for the network edge, Nortel is
Routing Switch 2500 simple through a configuration for future use — thus uniquely positioned to help your busi-
graphical management interface. providing a solution that is simple to ness reduce costs by combining voice
manage and maintain. and data into an integrated system. Let
Secure management of the switch occurs
us show you how the Ethernet Routing
through encryption features such as
Lifetime warranty Switch 2500, along with other Nortel
Secure Shell (SSHv2) for encrypted
products, can help increase your prof-
telnet management access using an SSH All 2500 switches offer a lifetime
itability, streamline your business opera-
client or through the Simple Network warranty. A Nortel product hardware
tions, increase productivity and help
Management Protocol (SNMPv3). warranty is supported for as long as the
you gain the competitive edge.
Additionally, an IP Manager List can be original end user continues to own or

Ordering information
Switch versions
Order code Description
AL2500?01-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2526T — 24 port 10/100BaseT and 2 combo 10/100/1000BaseT or SFP ports (not shared, 26 front ports
total), plus 2 1000BaseT rear ports.
AL2500?02-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2550T — 48 port 10/100BaseT and 2 combo 10/100/1000BaseT or SFP ports (not shared, 50 front ports
total), plus 2 1000BaseT rear ports.
AL2500?11-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2526T-PWR — 24 port 10/100BaseT (of which 12 ports support 802.3af PoE) and 2 combo 10/100/1000BaseT
or SFP ports (not shared, 26 front ports total) , plus 2 1000BaseT rear ports.
AL2500?12-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2550T-PWR — 48 port 10/100BaseT (of which 24 ports support 802.3af PoE) and 2 combo
10/100/1000BaseT or SFP ports (not shared, 50 front ports total), plus 2 1000BaseT rear ports.
AL2515001 Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 Stacking License Kit, for 1 switch, to enable stacking functionality on ERS2500 series switches (one
license required per switch).
AL2515002 Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 Stacking License Kit, for up to 10 switches, to enable stacking functionality on ERS2500 series switches
(one license required per switch).
AL2515003 Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 Stacking License Kit, for up to 50 switches, to enable stacking functionality on ERS2500 series switches
(one license required per switch).
AL2515004 Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 Stacking License Kit, for up to 100 switches, to enable stacking functionality on ERS2500 series
switches (one license required per switch).
AL2515?01-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2526T with 24 10/100 ports, 2 combo 10/100/1000/SFP ports, 2 1000BaseT rear ports & 46cm stack cbl, with
stacking enabled.
AL2515?02-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2550T with 48 10/100 ports, 2 combo 10/100/1000/SFP ports, 2 1000BaseT rear ports & 46cm stack cbl, with
stacking enabled.
AL2515?11-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2526T-PWR with 24 10/100 ports (12 ports support PoE), 2 combo 10/100/1000/SFP ports, 2 1000BaseT rear
ports & 46cm stack cbl, with stacking enabled.
AL2515?12-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2550T-PWR with 48 10/100 ports (24 ports support PoE), 2 combo 10/100/1000/SFP ports, 2 1000BaseT rear
ports & 46cm stack cbl, with stacking enabled.
AL2518001-E6 2500-SSC Spare Stack Cable, 46cm (1.5ft) for Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 series (for use as spare).
AL2518002-E6 2500-SSC Stack Cable 1.5m (3ft) for Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 series (spare or for use as return cable for resiliency).
AL2518003-E6 2500-SSC Stack Cable 3m (10ft) for Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 series (spare or for use as return cable for resiliency).

“?” – The seventh character (?) of the switch order number must be replaced with the proper code to indicate desired product nationalization:
“A” – No power cord included
“B” – Includes European “Schuko” power cord common in Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, The Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden
“C” – Includes power cord commonly used in the United Kingdom and Ireland
“D” – Includes power cord commonly used in Japan
“E” – Includes North American power cord
“F” – Includes Australian power cord, also commonly used in New Zealand and the People’s Republic of China

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Maintenance Services
Order number Description
GE5300xxx Technical Support Service
GL5300xxx Return & Replace Service
GF5300xxx Managed Spares Services Pack - Next Business Day
GG5300xxx Managed Spares Second Business Day
GH5300xxx Managed Spares Services Pack - 4 Hour 7x24
GJ5300xxx Managed On-Site with Spares Services Pack – Next Business Day
GK5300xxx Managed Onsite with Spares SBD Svc Pack
GN5300xxx Managed On-Site with Spares Services Pack – 4 Hour 7x24

SFPs
Order code Description
AA1419013-E5 1-port 1000Base-SX Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC).
AA1419014-E5 1-port 1000Base-SX Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: MT-RJ).
AA1419015-E5 1-port 1000Base-LX Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC).
AA1419025-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable Transceiver (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1470nm Wavelength, 40km.
AA1419026-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1490nm Wavelength, 40km.
AA1419027-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1510nm Wavelength, 40km.
AA1419028-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1530nm Wavelength, 40km.
AA1419029-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1550nm Wavelength, 40km.
AA1419030-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1570nm Wavelength, 40km.
AA1419031-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1590nm Wavelength, 40km.
AA1419032-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1610nm Wavelength, 40km.
AA1419033-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1470nm Wavelength, 70km.
AA1419034-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1490nm Wavelength, 70km.
AA1419035-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1510nm Wavelength, 70km.
AA1419036-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1530nmWavelength, 70km.
AA1419037-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1550nm Wavelength, 70km.
AA1419038-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1570nm Wavelength, 70km.
AA1419039-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1590nm Wavelength, 70km.
AA1419040-E5 1-port 1000BaseCWDM Small Form Factor Pluggable GBIC (mini-GBIC, connector type: LC) – 1610nm Wavelength, 70km.
AL2511001-E6 Ethernet Routing Switch 2500 Rack Mount Kit (Spare).

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