The
Cisco Systems Catalyst 3500 series XL is a
scalable line of stackable 10/100 and Gigabit
Ethernet switches that delivers premium
performance, flexibility, and manageability with
unparalleled investment protection. This
line of low-cost, high-performance switching
solutions provides next-generation stackable
switching through an independent high-speed
stacking bus that preserves valuable desktop
ports. Cisco's breakthrough Switch
Clustering technology expands the stacking domain
beyond a single wiring closet, enabling up to 16
interconnected Catalyst 3550, 3500 XL, 2950, 2900
XL and Catalyst 1900 switches regardless of
geographic location-to form a flexible, single IP
managed network.