Cisco Catalyst 1300-8P-E-2G 8-Port PoE+ Managed Switch 2x1G Combo

Cisco Catalyst 1300-8P-E-2G

The Cisco Catalyst 1300-8P-E-2G provides enterprise-grade Layer 3 static routing and advanced management features for small to medium-sized business networks. This fixed-configuration managed switch delivers 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) capabilities. It includes two 1G copper/SFP combo uplink ports for high-speed fiber or copper backbone connections. The hardware utilizes an external power supply to maintain a compact form factor. This architecture ensures reliable performance for branch offices and retail environments. Network administrators benefit from a simplified configuration process via the Cisco Business Dashboard. The system supports high-bandwidth applications while maintaining strict security protocols across all access layers.

Key Features

• Layer 3 Static Routing
  This device allows network segmentation into separate workgroups and communicates across VLANs without degrading application performance.

• Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+)
  • 8 ports supporting IEEE 802.3at standards
  • 67W total dedicated PoE power budget
  • Simplified deployment for IP phones and wireless access points
• Advanced Security Management
  • Support for IEEE 802.1X port security and RADIUS
  • Integrated Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) inspection capabilities
  • DHCP Snooping to prevent unauthorized network access
  • IPv6 First Hop Security for modern infrastructure protection

• Fanless Design
  The hardware operates silently without internal cooling fans making it suitable for noise-sensitive office environments.

• Energy Efficiency
  Integrated IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet reduces power consumption by monitoring traffic on active links.

Specifications

What’s in the Box

• Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series Switch
• External Power Adapter and Cord
• Rack-mount Kit
• Quick Start Guide
• Pointer Card

Why Choose This Managed Switch

• The unit provides high-availability features including Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and loop protection.
• Administrators can utilize the intuitive web interface for rapid deployment and configuration.
• Dual-image support ensures the system maintains uptime during firmware upgrades or configuration changes.
• Quality of Service (QoS) prioritization ensures voice and video traffic receive necessary bandwidth.