Edgecore SONiC

Edgecore Networks is a leading innovator in open networking, providing high-performance hardware and software solutions that power the world’s largest data centers, enterprises, and service provider networks. Central to this offering is Edgecore’s support for SONiC (Software for Open Networking in the Cloud), an open-source network operating system that aligns with the company’s vision of disaggregated, programmable, and interoperable network infrastructure.

Edgecore’s SONiC product portfolio brings together carrier-grade hardware with a robust, community-driven software stack. By combining Edgecore switches with SONiC, customers gain the benefits of open networking without compromising on performance, scale, or reliability. This solution is ideal for cloud-scale environments, service providers, and enterprise networks seeking to modernize their infrastructure with cost-effective and flexible solutions.

Edgecore offers a comprehensive lineup of open network switches that are validated and qualified to run SONiC. These include 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, 100G, and 400G models based on industry-leading merchant silicon. Customers can deploy SONiC across a range of top-of-rack, leaf, and spine architectures, ensuring seamless scalability from small edge deployments to hyperscale data centers.

One of the standout benefits of Edgecore’s SONiC solution is the full-stack integration support. Edgecore not only contributes to the SONiC community but also enhances its switch software with device drivers, platform extensions, and telemetry integrations that optimize SONiC for Edgecore hardware. This ensures a stable, production-ready experience and reduces time-to-deployment for operators.

In addition, Edgecore provides enterprise-grade support and professional services to accelerate SONiC adoption. Customers can leverage support contracts, onboarding assistance, and custom development services tailored to specific use cases. This includes integration with orchestration frameworks, automated testing pipelines, and deployment validation. Such services help bridge the gap between open-source innovation and enterprise requirements.

Operationally, SONiC on Edgecore switches enables advanced routing and switching capabilities, including BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, MLAG, and segment routing. Combined with support for modern telemetry protocols like gNMI, SNMP, and streaming telemetry, network operators gain deep visibility into network behavior. This facilitates proactive monitoring, faster troubleshooting, and greater control over service-level objectives.

Security and automation are also core to the Edgecore SONiC solution. The platform supports Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP), secure firmware updates, and automated configuration via tools like Ansible and Terraform. These capabilities allow network teams to implement infrastructure-as-code and reduce manual intervention in daily operations.

Edgecore’s commitment to openness extends beyond software. All hardware designs are contributed to the Open Compute Project (OCP), reinforcing the company’s role in fostering an ecosystem of choice, innovation, and collaboration.

With SONiC-powered switches from Edgecore, organizations can build modern, resilient networks using an open, disaggregated model. This empowers customers to break free from vendor lock-in, streamline operations, and scale on demand while benefiting from a vibrant community and a trusted hardware partner.

Edgecore continues to invest in SONiC development and integration, delivering future-ready solutions that align with the evolving needs of cloud-native, edge, and AI-driven workloads.