The HP 5120 EI Switch Series are Gigabit Ethernet switches that support static Layer 3 routing, diversified services, & IPv 6 forwarding. Unique Intelligent Resilient Framework (IRF) technology creates a virtual fabric by managing several switches as one logical device, which increases network resilience, performance, & availability while reducing operational complexity. These switches provide Gigabit Ethernet access & can be used at the edge of a network or to connect server clusters in data centers. High availability, simplified management, & comprehensive security control policies are among the key features that distinguish this series.