Intelligent features at the network edge, such as sophisticated access control lists (ACLs) and enhanced security
Dual-purpose uplinks for Gigabit Ethernet uplink flexibility, allowing use of either a copper or a Fibre uplink—each dual-purpose uplink port has
one 10/100/1000 Ethernet port and one Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP)-based Gigabit Ethernet port, with one port active at a time
Network control and bandwidth optimization using advanced QoS, granular rate limiting, ACLs, and multicast services
Network security through a wide range of authentication methods, data encryption technologies, and network admission control based on users,
ports, and MAC addresses
Easy network configuration, upgrades, and troubleshooting using Cisco Network Assistant software
Auto-configuration for specialized applications using Smartports
