In an interconnected world, small businesses require a network infrastructure that is reliable and efficient. The Cisco C1000-16P-E-2G-L switch provides a reliable and cost-effective option for small businesses that are looking for Power over Ethernet (PoE) enablement and other great features.

So, let us look at why the C1000-16P-E-2G-L switch is the best network solution for small businesses.

Top Features of Cisco C1000-16P-E-2G-L Network Switch

Flexible Deployment

The compact fanless design is ideal for deployment in tight working conditions, or where low noise levels is critical, like retail, branch offices, or co-working offices.

This compact switch can be placed under desks or mounted to walls and relatively small network cabinets without requiring additional cooling considerations.

In addition to the reduced noise of a fanless design, a fanless design also minimizes mechanical wear, meaning that there is a qualifying operating life to the design that will ultimately minimize operational and maintenance costs.

There are no compromises to functionality for a compact form factor. With the switch, there is equivalent network reliability and port density, provided by a more expensive enterprise solution.

Power over Ethernet

Power over Ethernet is one of the best-selling features of a Cisco C1000-16P-E-2G-L. The switch has 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports and a total maximum PoE power up to 120W; thereby allowing small businesses to power any powered devices directly through the Ethernet cable, ensuring the installation process is simplified, as separate power supplies are no longer needed, and overall reduced cabling is needed.

Cisco C1000-16P-E-2G-L also supports the IEEE 802.3at PoE+. This feature of PoE+ is responsible for making PoE+ usable with most modern devices. The advantages of Power over Ethernet are clear; as businesses can add or move endpoints with ease and not worry about having to figure out electrical wiring.

This improves the agility and response times on your business network.

Improved Performance and Connectivity

Applications for the Cisco C1000-16P-E-2G-L may be small, but the performance is enterprise-class. With a switching capacity of 36 Gbps and a forwarding capacity of 26.78 million packets per second, the switch can handle high data volumes with minimal latency during high data volumes.

The Cisco C1000-16P-E-2G-L will ensure voice, video, and data applications function efficiently.

Alongside the 16 PoE ports, the switch also has two 1G SFP uplink ports, allowing for the flexibility to connect to other switches, routers, or core network infrastructure. These uplinks allow over the long term, small businesses room for growth while leveraging single seamless connections into larger technologies.

Security and Management from the Ground Up

Security will always be a consideration for any network, regardless of its size. The C1000-16P-E-2G-L contains several features to aid in protection from unauthorized access and malicious activity. Along with 802.1X port-based authentication and port security, the switch's DHCP snooping will also help defend against IP spoofing and rogue devices.

The embedded Device Manager and Cisco Network Plug and Play features provide easy setup and provisioning, without wasting time or physical resources making things ready for your new purchase.

For businesses that require remote management or monitoring capabilities, the switch is easy to integrate with Cisco’s network management platforms, enabling scalable and centralized control as the network will likely expand.

Long-Term Value and Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency is an increasingly important consideration, particularly for companies and other organizations that want to reduce their operational costs and environmental footprint.

The Cisco C1000-16P-E-2G-L is designed to operate efficiently and reliably across possible environmental extremes and its fanless design helps reduce the power footprint while maintaining reliability and performance.

So, if you are looking for a Cisco C1000-16P-E-2G-L, visit IT Networks online today.