Media Access Control Security (MACsec) hardware-based encryption
Flexible NetFlow and switch-to-switch hardware encryption with the uplink Service Module
Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) for routed access in IP Base image
IPv4 and IPv6 routing, Multicast routing, advanced quality of service (QoS), and security features in hardware
Enhanced Cisco EnergyWise for operational cost optimization by measuring actual power consumption of the PoE devices, reporting, and reducing energy consumption across the network
USB Type-A and Type-B ports for storage and console respectively and an out-of-band Ethernet management port
Cisco StackPower technology
Cisco StackWise Plus technology for ease of use and resiliency with 64 Gbps of throughput
