The HP Gb E2c Layer 2/3 Ethernet Blade Switch provides a full set of Layer 2 switching & Layer 3 routing features, sixteen internal downlinks, five uplinks & two internal cross-connects in a single low cost blade switch. Four of the five uplinks can be either copper or fiber using optional SFP fiber modules. This switch dramatically reduces cabling, power & cooling requirements compared to external st&-alone switches, allowing you to realize the full benefits of the HP c-Class Blade System. The HP Gb E2c Layer 2/3 Ethernet Blade Switch builds on the heritage of the Gb E2 switch family by delivering on-going enhancements such as a new "industry standard" CLI, Layer 3 routing, high availability features & SFP Fiber uplink ports. Along with simplified management, wire-speed performance, redundant path capabilities & HP's world class service & support, the HP Gb E2c Layer 2/3 Ethernet Blade Switch remains the price/performance leader of all blade switches.