Product overviewThe HP 7500 Switch Series comprises modular, multilayer chassis switches that meet theevolving needs of integrated services networks. The switches can be deployed in multiplenetwork environments, including the enterprise LAN core, aggregation layer, and wiringcloset edge. They offer 40GbE connectivity and cost-effective, wire-speed 10GbE ports tosafeguard the throughput and bandwidth needed for your mission-critical data and high-speedcommunications.A passive backplane, support for load sharing, and redundant management and fabrics helpthe switch series provide high availability. Moreover, these switches deliver wire-speed L2 andL3 routing services for the most demanding applications with hardware-based IPv4 and IPv6support.A summary of the highlights of the 7500 Switch Series:• Versatile, high-performance modular switches• Enterprise LAN core, aggregation, and edge• Extensive switching and routing, IPv6, and multiprotocol label switching (MPLS)• Advanced functionality with service modules• Robust network and service virtualizationData sheetHP 7500 Switch Series