Cisco C1300-8P-E-2G Catalyst 1300 Switch 8 Port PoE+

Key Features

• Downlink Ports: 8 × 1G (Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45) data-only ports (no PoE)
• Uplink Ports: 2 × 1G combo ports (RJ-45/SFP combo) for upstream or backbone connections
• Power over Ethernet (PoE): Not supported in this model (“T” = no PoE)
• Switching Capacity & Forwarding Rate: Approx. 20 Gbps switching capacity, ~14.88 million packets per second (64-byte packets)
• Dimensions (W×D×H): Approx. 10.56 × 7.28 × 1.73 inches (~268 × 185 × 44 mm)
• Weight: ~1.55 kg
• Fan / Noise Fan-less model (silent operation)
• Operating Temperature: -5 °C to +50 °C for normal use
• External Power Supply: Yes, uses external PS (“E”) variant

Features & Benefits

• High Data-Throughput for Critical Applications — Eight Gigabit ports offer ample capacity for ordinary office, file, and data services.
• Flexible Uplink Options — The 2 combo RJ-45/SFP uplinks let you utilize traditional copper or fiber, depending on your uplink or backbone needs.
• Quiet & Compact — Noise is reduced with the fanless design, and the compact form factor makes it easy to install in high-traffic locations or even outside of standard wiring closets.
• Simple Management — Supports simple-to-use web UI, command line (CLI), and can coexist with Cisco’s Business Dashboard.
• Solid Security Features — Includes standard features such as 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, IP Source Guard, dynamic ARP inspection, and more to protect your network from illegal access and assaults.

Usage / Installation Scenarios

• Data-only switching for branch office or small office networks where PoE is not required.
• Connecting PCs, servers, storage, and printers, with no extra power needs at endpoints.
• Uplink to high-speed backbone or aggregation switch, especially over fibre (using SFP) or copper uplink.
• Quiescent areas (offices, classrooms, retail) that require minimal noise and tidy physical presence.
• Areas where expense is a concern and PoE is not a requirement, but reliability, performance, and security are still required.

Technical Notes / Important Considerations

• You will require separate power for devices like wireless access points, cameras, or IP phones, as this model does not support PoE
• The combo uplink ports share hardware paths; using the SFP option may require appropriate modules.
• The fanless design limits moving parts, but make sure to allow ventilation around the unit.
• Use Cisco’s own proprietary Linux-based OS, and it will perform Layer 2 and some restricted features of Layer 3 (static routing, etc.) — adequate for small-scale networks with extremely heavy routing needs.
• Operating ranges are wide in ambient conditions, but high altitude or high temperature can lower reliability; check the datasheet for specific altitude vs temperature limits.