C1000-8T-2G-L

The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-2G-L is a fixed managed Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switch with eight 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports plus two combo uplink ports (1 Gigabit SFP/RJ-45). This switch operates on Cisco IOS Software, providing simple yet flexible device and network management via command-line interface (CLI) and an on-box web UI. It is ideal for out-of-the-wiring-closet deployments and supports critical IoT environments with enhanced security, network reliability, and operational efficiency.

KEY FEATURES: 

• 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 2 combo 1 Gigabit SFP/RJ-45 uplinks for flexible connectivity.
• Fanless design for silent operation within the office or sensitive environments.
• Line-rate forwarding for all ports, ensuring high network performance.
• Switching capacity of 20 Gbps and forwarding rate of 88 Mpps for seamless data throughput.
• Comprehensive security, including 802.1X device authentication, SPAN for port traffic mirroring, and BPDU Guard to prevent topology loops.
• Network monitoring via sampled flow (sFlow) to provide performance insights and data analytics.
• Device management including Bluetooth over-the-air access, SNMP, RJ-45, and USB console options.
• Compact, rack-mountable form factor suitable for small wiring closets and branch office deployments.

SPECIFICATIONS OF  C1000-8T-2G-L

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Brand: Cisco
• Series: Catalyst 1000 Series
• Model Number: C1000-8T-2G-L
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• Color: Grey
• Manufacturer: Cisco

⇒Technical Datasheet

PERFORMANCE

The switch delivers a switching bandwidth of 20 Gbps and a forwarding bandwidth of 14.88 million packets per second, supporting up to 15,360 MAC addresses and 256 VLANs. It also includes Layer 2 features like VLAN segmentation, QoS, IGMP and MLD snooping for multicast, enhanced spanning tree protocols (RSTP, MSTP), and link aggregation.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet enables the switch to dynamically lower power consumption during low network activity. The fanless architecture reduces energy use from mechanical components, improving operational cost savings.

RELIABILITY

This switch has high reliability; it boasts a high mean time between failure (MTBF) and includes diagnostic features such as Smart Call Home and online diagnostics. The error-disable auto-recovery feature helps minimize network downtime by recovering ports automatically after faults.

VERSATILITY

This has a compact form factor with less than 13 inches depth, fits tight wiring closets and small racks. Supports single-IP management for stacking up to eight switches, simplifying network management tasks. Ideal for small offices, branch locations, and IoT deployments.

POWER CONSUMPTION

This switch operates within a typical power range of approximately 14-17 Watts with efficient power management to reduce operational expenses.

APPLICATION AREAS 

The Cisco C1000-8T-2G-L is a fanless, managed Layer 2 switch with 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports, designed for smaller networks like those in small businesses, branch offices, and retail spaces. Its silent operation is ideal for noise-sensitive environments such as offices and classrooms. With robust security and quality-of-service features, it provides secure and reliable network access for business applications and IoT deployments.

CONCLUSION

Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-2G-L combines enterprise-grade security, performance, and management in a compact, energy-efficient, and silent switch. It’s suited for secure and reliable network access at the edge for small businesses, branch offices, and IoT deployments.