- Smaller footprint than Stratix 2000
- Dual power inputs standard across the portfolio
- Power Fault Relay on 16+ port SKUs
- Conformal Coated 5, 8, and 16 port SKUs
- Full gigabit options available
- New push–in style terminals
- SFPs not included
- Improvements in unmanaged capabilities
- Quality of Service (NEW)
- Prioritize the traffic important to the application o MAC
- Frame Filtering
- Blocks a subset of MAC addresses to preserve network performance
- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE)
- During periods of low data activity, reduces power consumption by 50% or more, while retaining full compatibility with existing equipment.
- Quality of Service (NEW)
- Continued supported capabilities o Broadcast Storm Protection
- Protects the network and switches from broadcast storms