CISCO SB 8-PORT GIGABIT Managed POW Switch

Give your network the flexibility it needs with the Cisco Business 350 Series CBS350-8P-E-2G. Designed to support growing offices, retail stores, and managed services installations, this 8-port gigabit managed PoE+ switch offers rock-solid operation, simple management, and excellent security without breaking the bank.

With eight Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and two gigabit RJ-45/SFP combo uplinks, it’s ready to provide high-speed connectivity for IP cameras, WiFi access points, VoIP phones and other devices that require both data and power through a single cable. With simple Cisco Business Dashboard, you can effortlessly deploy, monitor and manage your network.

Key Specifications

Specification Details
Ports: 8 × 10/100/1000 Base-T (PoE+) + 2 × Gigabit RJ-45/SFP combo uplink ports

Switching capacity: 20 Gbps

Forwarding rate: 14.88 million packets per second (64-byte packets)

PoE Power Budget: 67 W (for PoE+ ports)

Processor & Memory: ARM CPU ~800 MHz, 512 MB RAM

Layer Capability: Managed switch with Layer-3 static routing support

Dimensions (W×D×H): 268 × 185 × 44 mm (approx)

Weight: ~1.53 kg (3.37 lb) for the ” exterior power model version

Operating temperature : -5 °C to 50 °C (23 °F to 122 °F)

Power input : External AC adapter model (-E suffix) supports 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Features & Benefits

• Gigabit speeds on all ports – All eight front ports are full Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) so you won’t be held back by slower ports.
• PoE+ capability – The eight ports support IEEE 802.3at PoE+ powering of access points, surveillance cameras, VoIP phones and other devices via Ethernet cable—without an external power supply.
• Combo uplink flexibility – Two dedicated uplink ports that support RJ-45 or SFP offer flexibility for copper or fibre cabling for your backbone or aggregation.
• Basic network administration – Cisco Business Dashboard and mobile app simplify configuration, monitoring and firmware upgrades—ideal for small business IT personnel or managed service providers.
• Enterprise-level security – IPv6 support, ACLs, 802.1X port security, and prevention of DoS attacks prevent your network from being attacked.
• Layer 3 routing capability – Enables inter-VLAN routing and segmentation so that you can manage traffic between networks without the need for a dedicated router.
• Unbeatable in size & sound – Fanless design (in the majority of models) equals silent operation—ideal for open offices, shopping malls, or meeting areas where noise is a concern.
• Future-proof investment – A switch that you can deploy today, and yet enjoy head-room for network expansion tomorrow.

Typical Use Cases

• Small business office networks – Install as the primary wired switch for desktops, wireless access points and VoIP phones.
• Retail store environments – With PoE+, it is possible to power IP cameras, digital signage and wireless APs out of a single switch.
• Managed service provider sites – Use as a managed edge switch for customers, due to sophisticated management and security capabilities.
• Branch/remote sites – Compact form factor and external power allow for easy installation in small closets or rack space at branch sites.
• Surveillance/IoT networks – Gigabit speeds and PoE+ support several IP cameras, sensors and other PoE devices.

Technical Knowledge / Notes

• The “-E” suffix (e.g., CBS350-8P-E-2G) indicates the external power supply version of the switch.
• The 20 Gbps switching performance means that the product can handle line-rate traffic on all ports simultaneously, without any bottlenecks.
• The value of the forwarding rate (14.88 Mpps) is determined with the use of small packet sizes (64 bytes) — actual throughput will depend upon packet size and network conditions.
• IPv6 and IPv4 addressing supported, leaving your network future-proof.
• While this model supports 67 W PoE budget (as published spec), budgeting is actually on what quantity of PoE devices you connect and how much power they use; verify each device’s PoE requirement.
• Rack-mountable (optional kit required) or shelf-mounted.
• Fanless design means less maintenance and noise (region/model dependent).
• Firmware updates via Cisco Business Dashboard offer access to new features and security patches—key to long-term deployment.