The Cisco Catalyst C1300-8P-E-2G Network Switch is a compact and high-performance managed switch designed for small business networks, branch offices, and retail environments that require reliable connectivity and Power over Ethernet (PoE+) support. It features 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports that deliver both data and power through a single cable, making it ideal for connecting devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and surveillance cameras. The switch includes 2 Gigabit RJ-45/SFP combo uplink ports, allowing flexible connections to fiber or copper networks and enabling seamless integration with existing network infrastructure. With a total PoE power budget of up to 67 W and up to 30 W per port, the switch efficiently powers multiple network devices while maintaining stable performance. The switch supports Layer 2 switching and basic Layer 3 features such as static routing, enabling improved traffic management, VLAN segmentation, and optimized network performance.
- 8 GE PoE+ Ports: Provides 8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ ports supporting IEEE 802.3af/at with up to 30 W per port to power IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras through a single Ethernet cable.
- 2 Gigabit Combo Uplink Ports: Includes 2 × 1G RJ-45/SFP combo uplinks, allowing flexible copper or fiber connections for linking to core switches or network infrastructure.
- 67 W PoE Power Budget: Offers a total PoE budget of 67 W, enabling multiple PoE-enabled devices to be powered simultaneously across the switch ports.
- Layer 2/Layer 3 Features: Supports advanced networking capabilities including VLANs, QoS, ACLs, IPv4/IPv6 routing, and static routing, helping optimize traffic flow and network segmentation.
- High Switching Performance: Delivers 20 Gbps switching capacity and 14.88 Mpps forwarding rate to ensure reliable data transfer and smooth network operation.
- Management Options: Can be managed using web interface, CLI, SNMP, or Cisco Business Dashboard, simplifying monitoring and configuration for administrators.
- Fanless Silent Operation: Designed with a fanless cooling system for quiet operation, making it suitable for offices, classrooms, and retail environments.
- Rack-Mountable Design: Small 1U metal chassis provides flexible deployment options in network racks or desktop installations.
- Ideal for Small Business Networks: Designed for small offices, branch locations, and distributed networks requiring reliable Gigabit connectivity with integrated PoE power.












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