The Cisco Catalyst IE-3300-8T2X-E is a rugged, modular industrial Ethernet switch with 8 Gigabit copper ports, 2 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports for uplinks, a DIN rail form factor, a modular design for port expansion, and a broad -40°C to +70°C operating temperature range. It features support for industrial applications like automation and smart cities, with capabilities for edge compute, secure network access, and optional power over Ethernet (PoE) depending on the base model and expansion modules.

Key Specifications

• Ports: 8 x 10/100/1000BASE-T copper ports and 2 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports.
• Form Factor: Modular, DIN rail mountable design suitable for industrial environments.
• Switching Capacity: 40 Gbps.
• Throughput: 56 Mpps (million packets per second).
• Operating Temperature: Wide range from -40°C to +70°C.
• Management: Supports Cisco Catalyst Center for management, with access through Secure Equipment Access and Secure Network Analytics.
• Security: Offers multilayer security features and support for Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).
• Power: Supports dual DC power inputs and can power connected devices via optional PoE/PoE+ modules.
• Expansion: Modular design allows for expansion modules, potentially adding up to 24 ports of power over Ethernet (PoE).

Key Features & Applications

• Industrial Automation: Reliable connectivity for factories and warehouses.
• Smart Cities: Integration for traffic lights, security, and public services.
• Energy & Utilities: Remote monitoring and control of infrastructure.
• Edge Compute: Ability to run IOx applications directly on the switch for new industrial capabilities.
• Visibility: Features Cisco Cyber Vision for improved industrial asset visibility.

Compatible Transceivers

The Cisco IE-3300-8T2X-E switch requires 10G SFP+ (Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus) transceivers for its two 10GE SFP uplink ports.