The HPE Aruba Networking CX 5420 Switch Series is an intelligent, flexible, and modular Layer 3 switch chassis tailored for small to medium enterprise networks. It features built - in MACsec hardware capability, analytics, and automation, making it a robust solution for modern networking needs. The CX 5420 switch chassis supports a fully programmable OS and integrates with the HPE Aruba Networking Network Analytics Engine (NAE) for superior monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities. With a powerful Gen7 ASIC architecture, it delivers high performance and extensive feature support, including 960Gbps throughput, low latency, and support for HPE Smart Rate 10GbE with up to 90W Class - 8 PoE. This modular 4U chassis offers 6 half - width line card slots and is designed for easy deployment and management, ensuring a secure and resilient network environment.