C1000-8P-E-2G-L - Cisco Catalyst 1000 Series Switches

Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-E-2G-L – Product Overview

The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-E-2G-L is a compact, reliable, and fully managed Layer 2 switch designed for small businesses, retail stores, or branch office deployments. It features 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support and 2 dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports, offering flexible, secure connectivity for powering and managing essential network devices.

With a PoE power budget of 120W, the switch is capable of powering devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras, making it an ideal solution for unified communication and security networks. Thanks to its fanless design, the C1000-8P-E-2G-L runs silently, making it perfect for use in quiet workspaces or offices.

Equipped with Cisco’s LAN Lite software, it provides advanced security, VLAN segmentation, QoS, and intuitive Web UI-based management—delivering enterprise-grade features at an SMB-friendly price point.

Key Features & Benefits

• 8 × Gigabit Ethernet Ports with PoE+
  Supports IEEE 802.3af/at with up to 30W per port, ideal for powering IP devices.

• 2 × 1G SFP Uplinks
  Provides high-performance fiber uplinks for aggregation or long-distance connectivity.

• Fanless, Silent Operation
  No moving parts; perfect for noise-sensitive environments such as meeting rooms or retail counters.

• Robust Security Features
  Includes 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, and access control lists (ACLs) to protect your network.

• Easy-to-Use Management Interface
  Managed via Web UI, Cisco Business Dashboard, or SNMP — no CLI required for basic setup.

• Compact, Durable Design
  Desktop or wall-mountable with a small footprint — built to last with Cisco quality assurance.

Technical Specifications