Growing businesses require cost-effective networking solutions that can scale with everchanging business needs. The Linksys SLM224G4PS Smart Switch brings intelligence and security to the network infrastructure at a cost-effective price. It offers 24 10/100 Ethernet copper ports with four 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet copper ports. Network security is a top priority in any size business; unauthorized access to the network and mission critical data is a constant concern. The SLM224G4PS is able to secure the network through 802.1X port authentication and MAC Filtering. 802.1X requires clients to authenticate themselves before the port will pass data. The SLM224G4PS switches provide resilient stacking for up to 6 units or 192 ports when combined with SLM248G4S. A stack of units is managed as a single switch with one Web Management interface to manage all the units.