The nGenius packet flow switch enables the IT organization to better capture targeted traffic with high-density packet aggregation and intelligent filtering capabilities to enable a more flexible and comprehensive approach to capturing, collecting and leveraging important packet-flows. Complementary to the widely deployed nGenius InfiniStream® appliance, the nGenius packet flow switch is a cost-effective way to further strengthen a pervasive visibility strategy by providing the granular control of packet flows needed for performance management, security monitoring, compliance monitoring, management, UC monitoring and other similar types of applications.