The first model was the SwitchBlade 4000-layer 3 core chassis, which ran the earlier AlliedWare operating system.
The family includes models using the AlliedWare Plus operating system which uses an industry standard CLI structure.
It has eight switch module bays like its predecessor although in the GEN2 they are mounted vertically to assist with cooling and cable management.
It also features four hotswappable PSU bays, supporting load sharing and redundancy for both system and POE power.
It featured eight switch module bays allowing the user to install a large variety of port types to suit their needs.