Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Switch
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G is an affordable smart switch designed for small and medium-sized businesses, delivering 8 Gigabit PoE+ ports with a 67W total power budget and 2 Gigabit combo uplink ports (RJ-45/SFP). With fanless, silent operation, Layer 3 static routing, and comprehensive security features, this compact 1U switch provides reliable connectivity for IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras without the need for separate power adapters.
Key Features
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8 Gigabit PoE+ Ports: Delivers up to 30W per port (IEEE 802.3af/at compliant) with 67W total PoE budget for powering IP phones, access points, and cameras
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2 Combo Uplink Ports: Gigabit copper/SFP combo ports provide flexible connectivity for fiber or copper backhaul
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Silent Fanless Design: Perfect for noise-sensitive environments such as offices, retail spaces, and meeting rooms
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Layer 3 Static Routing: Basic Layer 3 capabilities enable inter-VLAN traffic segmentation and routing
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20 Gbps Switching Capacity: High-performance forwarding rate of 14.88 Mpps ensures smooth data transmission
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Enterprise Security: Includes 802.1X authentication, ACLs, DHCP snooping, port security, and DoS protection
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Easy Management: Configure via web GUI, CLI, Cisco Business Dashboard, or mobile app
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Energy Efficient: Supports IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet for reduced power consumption
Power Over Ethernet
The C1200-8P-E-2G provides PoE+ power on all 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports, eliminating the need for separate power supplies for connected devices. With a 67W total PoE budget, you can power multiple devices simultaneously, making it ideal for deploying IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points throughout your network. Each port supports up to 30W per device, fully compliant with 802.3af/at standards.
Flexible Connectivity
Two Gigabit combo uplink ports offer versatile connectivity options, with each combo port featuring both an RJ-45 copper port and an SFP slot (one active at a time). This flexibility allows you to connect to fiber backbone infrastructure or copper aggregation switches, providing network expansion options as your business grows.
Reliable Performance
Built on a dual-core ARM processor running at 1.4 GHz with 1 GB DDR4 DRAM and 512 MB flash memory, the switch delivers consistent performance with an MTBF of over 1.7 million hours. The 1.5 MB packet buffer efficiently handles traffic bursts, reducing latency and packet loss. Support for jumbo frames up to 9 KB and an 8,000-entry MAC address table ensures scalability for growing networks.
Security & Management
The Catalyst 1200 Series operates on customized Linux OS software and provides comprehensive security capabilities including IEEE 802.1X port-based authentication, RADIUS support, access control lists, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, storm control, and BPDU Guard. Quality of Service (QoS) features enable traffic prioritization for delay-sensitive applications like VoIP and video.
What's in the Box
- Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G Switch
- Internal AC power supply (100-240V, 50/60 Hz)
- 4 rubber feet for desktop mounting
- Quick start guide
- Limited lifetime warranty documentation
Note: Rack mounting kit and console cable sold separately.
Full Specifications
Hardware
| Model |
C1200-8P-E-2G |
| Form Factor |
Compact 1U, desktop or rack-mountable |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
268 × 185 × 44 mm (10.56 × 7.28 × 1.73 in) |
| Weight |
1.53 kg (3.37 lb) |
| Processor |
Dual-core ARM at 1.4 GHz |
| Memory |
1 GB DDR4 DRAM |
| Flash Memory |
512 MB |
| MTBF |
1,706,649 hours at 25°C |
Ports & Connectivity
| Downlink Ports |
8 × 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) with PoE+ |
| Uplink Ports |
2 × Gigabit copper/SFP combo (one active per combo) |
| Console Port |
1 × RJ-45 |
| USB Port |
1 × USB Type-C (front panel for file management and console) |
Performance
| Switching Capacity |
20 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
14.88 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table |
8,000 entries |
| Packet Buffer |
1.5 MB shared |
| Jumbo Frame Support |
Up to 9 KB |
Power over Ethernet
| PoE Standard |
IEEE 802.3af/at (PoE/PoE+) |
| PoE Ports |
8 ports |
| PoE Power Budget |
67W total |
| Maximum Power per Port |
30W |
Layer 2 Features
| VLANs |
Yes, 802.1Q |
| Link Aggregation |
LACP/EtherChannel |
| Spanning Tree Protocol |
STP, RSTP, MSTP |
| Port Mirroring |
Yes |
| IGMP Snooping |
Yes |
Layer 3 Features
| Static Routing |
Yes, IPv4 and IPv6 |
| Inter-VLAN Routing |
Yes |
Security
| 802.1X Authentication |
Yes, port-based |
| RADIUS/TACACS+ |
Yes |
| Access Control Lists |
Yes |
| DHCP Snooping |
Yes |
| IP Source Guard |
Yes |
| Port Security |
Yes |
| DoS Attack Prevention |
Yes |
| Storm Control |
Yes |
| BPDU Guard |
Yes |
Quality of Service
| QoS |
802.1p CoS, DSCP-based |
| Priority Queues |
4 queues per port |
| Traffic Shaping |
Yes |
Management
| Management Interface |
Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, Cisco Business Dashboard, mobile app |
| SNMP |
SNMPv1, v2c, v3 |
| RMON |
Yes |
| Configuration Management |
Configuration backup/restore, firmware upgrade |
Power & Environment
| Power Input |
AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz (internal, universal) |
| Maximum Power Consumption |
87.9W at 110V with PoE (84.9W at 220V) |
| Idle Power Consumption |
Approximately 13W |
| Cooling |
Fanless (silent operation) |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Standards & Certifications
| Certifications |
UL (UL 62368), CSA (CSA 22.2), CE mark, FCC Part 15 Class A |
| Energy Efficiency |
IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet |
| Cabling |
UTP Category 5e or better for 1000BASE-T |
Warranty
| Warranty |
Limited lifetime hardware warranty |
Specifications are sourced from the official manufacturer product page and may be updated.
