- Robust switching at the enterprise network edge
 - Advanced Layer 3 and multicast routing
 - IRF-automated stack and switching fabric setup
 - Integrated and distributed security enforcement
 - Enterprise-level nonblocking performance
 
The HPE 3600 EI Switch Series delivers resiliency, security, and reliability at the enterprise edge with support for advanced Layer 3 and multicast routing. This advanced Layer 3 Fast Ethernet switch series has a robust feature set supporting IRF stacking, Static & RIP Routing, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, PoE+, ACLs, and IPv6. The 3600 EI Switch Series can be managed with the optional HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) Software Platform for a single view of your entire network.