Overview of Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560CX-12PC-S PoE IP Base Compact Switch | New

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560CX-12PC-S is a compact, enterprise-grade Layer 3 managed switch designed for businesses needing efficient Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+). It offers 12 PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet ports with a 240W total PoE budget and 2 Gigabit SFP uplinks. The switch features a fanless, silent design ideal for noise-sensitive environments such as offices and branch locations. Running Cisco's IP Base software, it supports advanced Layer 3 routing protocols and energy-efficient networking standards.

Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560CX-12PC-S PoE IP Base Compact Switch Features:

• 12 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ Ethernet ports delivering up to 30W per port with a total 240W PoE budget
• 2 x 1G SFP uplink ports for flexible network expansion
• Layer 3 IP Base software with routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, and VRF-Lite
• Fanless design for silent operation
• Supports advanced security and Quality of Service (QoS) features
• Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) compliance
• Managed switch with easy manageability
• Compact form factor suitable for space-constrained environments

Best Uses for Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560CX-12PC-S PoE IP Base Compact Switch:

• Small to medium branch offices and remote sites
• Retail stores and hospitality venues
• Classrooms and small workgroup hubs
• Noise-sensitive environments requiring fanless operation
• Deployments needing PoE for IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras

Specifications for Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560CX-12PC-S PoE IP Base Compact Switch | New