CATALYST 9000 COMPACT SWITCH 8 PORT POE+ PASSTHROUGH E

The Cisco Catalyst 9200CX-8PT-2G-E is a compact managed Ethernet switch engineered for secure, high-performance connectivity at the edge. Its standout capability is the 120 W PoE+ budget across eight Gigabit ports, enabling direct powering of access points, IP phones, and cameras without separate power injectors. This fanless switch operates silently, making it ideal for open offices, classrooms, and retail spaces where noise is a concern.

Advantages

This switch delivers enterprise-class features in a small form factor. With a switching capacity of 20 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 14.88 Mpps, it handles bandwidth-intensive applications with ease. The fanless design ensures zero acoustic noise and reduces maintenance. PoE+ passthrough allows the switch itself to be powered by an upstream PoE source (802.3bt or 802.3at), simplifying installation in locations without nearby AC outlets. Advanced security features—including 802.1X, port security, and ACLs—protect your network from unauthorized access. Support for Cisco DNA Center and SD-Access enables intent-based networking and policy automation.

Suitable for

• Small to medium-sized businesses needing reliable, secure network access.
• Retail stores, branch offices, and classrooms requiring silent operation.
• Deployments where PoE-powered devices (APs, phones, cameras) must be connected without extra power supplies.
• Organizations adopting Cisco DNA or SD-Access for centralized management and segmentation.
• Installations with limited space—wall or desk mountable, no rack required.

Key specifications

• 8x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports (IEEE 802.3at) with 120 W total budget.
• 2x 10/100/1000 uplink ports.
• Switching capacity: 20 Gbps; Forwarding rate: 14.88 Mpps.
• Fanless, silent operation; compact desktop/wall-mount form factor.
• Layer 2 switching with basic Layer 3 (static routing, RIP).
• VLAN support (up to 1024), jumbo frames (up to 9198 bytes), MAC table: 16,000 entries.
• Management: CLI, Web UI, SNMP, Cisco DNA Center; QoS support.
• Power input: PoE (802.3bt Type 3/4 or 802.3at) or optional external AC adapter.
• Operating temperature: -5°C to 45°C; fanless design ensures no moving parts.

Recommendations

For a compact, silent, and secure edge switch with robust PoE+ capabilities, the Catalyst 9200CX-8PT-2G-E is an excellent choice. Its passthrough power feature and Cisco DNA integration make it future-ready for modern network architectures.