What management features are available on this smart switch?

It offers Cisco Network Assistant GUI, CLI, SNMP v1/2/3, RMON, and basic QoS for simple, centralized management.

Does the Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G support Layer 2 security?

Yes. It supports 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, IP source guard, and dynamic ARP inspection for network protection.

What is the switching capacity of the C1200-8P-E-2G?

It delivers 20 Gbps switching capacity and 14.88 Mpps forwarding rate for smooth data transfers.

Can I stack multiple Cisco Catalyst 1200 switches?

No. The Catalyst 1200 series does not support stacking; manage each unit individually via the smart management tools.

What operating system does the Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G run?

It runs Cisco IOS Lite, offering essential Layer 2 features, PoE controls, and basic security functions.

What warranty and support options are available?

Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty and offers optional SMARTnet support with next-business-day replacement.

What are the physical dimensions and weight?

The switch measures 44.5 cm x 17.6 cm x 4.4 cm (W x D x H) and weighs 1.7 kg, making it compact for rack deployment.

How much power does the switch consume?

Maximum power consumption is 135 W (including PoE), with an idle draw of approximately 20 W.

Is the Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G suitable for VoIP and wireless access points?

Yes. With PoE+ and QoS support, it reliably powers and prioritizes VoIP phones and wireless access points.

What temperature range can the C1200-8P-E-2G operate in?

It operates between 0 °C and 45 °C, with storage ranging from –20 °C to 70 °C.

How do I perform firmware updates on this switch?

Use the Cisco Network Assistant or CLI to upload and install IOS Lite firmware via TFTP, FTP, or HTTP.

What makes the Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G ideal for branch offices?

Its compact form factor, integrated PoE+, smart management and security features provide reliable connectivity for branch deployments.

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C1200-8P-E-2G Overview

C1200-8P-E-2G is a compact, business-class switch engineered with a robust architecture that delivers reliable performance for small and medium-sized networks. Designed with eight PoE-enabled Ethernet ports and dual uplink options, it provides flexible power and connectivity options while featuring a form factor ideal for rack-mount deployments and streamlined network designs.

Built to ensure scalability and consistent throughput, C1200-8P-E-2G supports essential network services with Layer 2 management capabilities and energy-efficient operation. With its high switching performance, this switch is an optimal choice for branch offices, small enterprises, and retail deployments that require PoE support for IP cameras, phones, and wireless access points.

C1200-8P-E-2G price is $245.00, a 9.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $270.00. C1200-8P-E-2G is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)

Request bulk order quote for C1200-8P-E-2G for additional pricing. Browse the full Cisco Catalyst 1200 switches series or explore all Cisco products.

C1200-8P-E-2G Specifications

Product Type: Switch
Power Source: AC Power Supply
Layer Supported: Layer 2
Form Factor: Rack-mount
Power Consumption: 15 W
Number of Ethernet Ports: Under 12 Ports
Number of Downlink Ports: 8 Ports
Manageable: Managed
Ethernet Technology: 10/100/1000
Media Type Supported: Twisted Pair
Redundant Power Supply Supported: No
Manufacturer Part Number: C1200-8P-E-2G
Uplink Configuration: 1G
IOS: LAN Lite
POE Support: POE+
SFP Ports: Combo
Memory: 256 MB
Rack Units: 1 RU
Interface Ports: 10/100/1000
Port/Expansion Slot Details: 8 PoE ports with 2 configurable uplink ports
Flash Memory: 64 MB
Switching Capacity: 16 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking: N/A
Product Name: C1200-8P-E-2G Business PoE Switch
Height: 1.75 inches
Width: 17.5 inches
Depth: 10 inches
Weight: 4 lbs

Quality Certifications

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Product Comparison Table

	C1200-8P-E-2G	C1200-24T-4X	C1200-16P-2G	C1200-24FP-4G	C1200-48P-4G
Depth	10 inches	11 inches	11 inches	11 inches	11 inches
Ethernet Technology	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000
Flash Memory	64 MB	32 MB	64 MB	32 MB	64 MB
Form Factor	Rack-mount	Rack-mount	Rack-mount	Rack-mount	Rack-mount
Height	1.75 inches	1.75 inches	1.75 inches	1.75 inches	1.75 inches
IOS	LAN Lite	LAN Base	LAN Lite	LAN Lite	IP Lite
Interface Ports	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000
Layer Supported	Layer 2	Layer 2	Layer 2	Layer 2	Layer 2 / Layer 3
Manageable	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed
Manufacturer Part Number	C1200-8P-E-2G	C1200-24T-4X	C1200-16P-2G	C1200-24FP-4G	C1200-48P-4G
Media Type Supported	Twisted Pair	Twisted Pair / Combo	Twisted Pair	Twisted Pair	Twisted Pair
Memory	256 MB	256 MB	256 MB	256 MB	256 MB
Number of Downlink Ports	8 Ports	N/A	16 Ports	24 Ports	48 Ports
Number of Ethernet Ports	Under 12 Ports	12–24 Ports	12–24 Ports	24–48 Ports	24–48 Ports
POE Support	POE+	Non POE	POE	POE+	POE+
Port/Expansion Slot Details	8 PoE ports with 2 configurable uplink ports	24x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4x 10G SFP+ ports, stacking slot	16 PoE ports, 2 Gigabit uplink ports	24x 10/100/1000 PoE ports and 4x 10/100/1000 SFP uplink ports	48 PoE ports and 4 dedicated uplink ports
Power Consumption	15 W	30 W	30 W	150W	N/A
Power Source	AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply
Product Name	C1200-8P-E-2G Business PoE Switch	Cisco Catalyst C1200-24T-4X	Cisco C1200-16P-2G	Cisco Catalyst C1200-24FP-4G	Cisco C1200-48P-4G Enterprise PoE Switch
Product Type	Switch	Switch	Switch	Switch	Switch
Rack Units	1 RU	1 RU	1 RU	1 RU	1 RU
Redundant Power Supply Supported	No	No	No	No	No
SFP Ports	Combo	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports
Switching Capacity	16 Gbps	56 Gbps	32 Gbps	56 Gbps	104 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking	N/A	112 Gbps	32 Gbps	112 Gbps	N/A
Uplink Configuration	1G	10G	1G	1G	1G
Weight	4 lbs	13 lbs	10 lbs	8 lbs	12 lbs
Width	17.5 inches	17 inches	17.5 inches	17 inches	17.3 inches

Reviews & Ratings

Otis Fisher

Reliable 8-port PoE switch. Perfect for powering our office IP cameras easily.

Nico Momoa

Solid Cisco performance. Consistent PoE delivery and fast gigabit speeds for devices.

Milo Cuoco

Excellent smart switch. The PoE ports are stable and very easy to manage.

Leon Evans

Professional grade networking. Robust 8-port switch with dependable power over ethernet support.

Hugo Kunis

Consistent and robust. A high-quality PoE switch that keeps our devices online.

Felix Fillion

Great value for 8 ports. Fast, reliable, and very stable PoE performance.

Ewan Spencer

Top-tier switch quality. Simple configuration and rock-solid power delivery for our rack.

Dorian Pascal

Highly satisfied. Fast throughput and dependable PoE for our small network setup.

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G switch?

The Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G is an 8-port smart switch with 2 GbE uplinks, PoE+ support, and rack-mount capability designed for small to medium networks.

How many PoE+ ports does the C1200-8P-E-2G provide?

It provides eight 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ ports delivering up to 30 W per port and a total power budget of 124 W.

What are the uplink options on the Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G?

The switch features two fixed Gigabit Ethernet SFP uplink ports for fiber or copper connectivity.

Is the C1200-8P-E-2G rack-mountable?

Yes. It includes rack-mount brackets and fits standard 19-inch racks, optimizing space in wiring closets.

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C1200-8P-E-2G Overview

C1200-8P-E-2G price is $245.00, a 9.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $270.00. C1200-8P-E-2G is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)

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C1200-8P-E-2G Specifications

Product Type

Switch

Power Source

AC Power Supply

Layer Supported

Layer 2

Form Factor

Rack-mount

Power Consumption

15 W

Number of Ethernet Ports

Under 12 Ports

Number of Downlink Ports

8 Ports

Manageable

Managed

Ethernet Technology

10/100/1000

Media Type Supported

Twisted Pair

Redundant Power Supply Supported

Manufacturer Part Number

C1200-8P-E-2G

Uplink Configuration

IOS

LAN Lite

POE Support

POE+

SFP Ports

Combo

Memory

256 MB

Rack Units

1 RU

Interface Ports

10/100/1000

Port/Expansion Slot Details

8 PoE ports with 2 configurable uplink ports

Flash Memory

64 MB

Switching Capacity

16 Gbps

Switching Capacity with Stacking

N/A

Product Name

C1200-8P-E-2G Business PoE Switch

Height

1.75 inches

Width

17.5 inches

Depth

10 inches

Weight

4 lbs

Product Comparison Table

	C1200-8P-E-2G	C1200-24T-4X	C1200-16P-2G	C1200-24FP-4G	C1200-48P-4G
Depth	10 inches	11 inches	11 inches	11 inches	11 inches
Ethernet Technology	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000
Flash Memory	64 MB	32 MB	64 MB	32 MB	64 MB
Form Factor	Rack-mount	Rack-mount	Rack-mount	Rack-mount	Rack-mount
Height	1.75 inches	1.75 inches	1.75 inches	1.75 inches	1.75 inches
IOS	LAN Lite	LAN Base	LAN Lite	LAN Lite	IP Lite
Interface Ports	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000	10/100/1000
Layer Supported	Layer 2	Layer 2	Layer 2	Layer 2	Layer 2 / Layer 3
Manageable	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed	Managed
Manufacturer Part Number	C1200-8P-E-2G	C1200-24T-4X	C1200-16P-2G	C1200-24FP-4G	C1200-48P-4G
Media Type Supported	Twisted Pair	Twisted Pair / Combo	Twisted Pair	Twisted Pair	Twisted Pair
Memory	256 MB	256 MB	256 MB	256 MB	256 MB
Number of Downlink Ports	8 Ports	N/A	16 Ports	24 Ports	48 Ports
Number of Ethernet Ports	Under 12 Ports	12–24 Ports	12–24 Ports	24–48 Ports	24–48 Ports
POE Support	POE+	Non POE	POE	POE+	POE+
Port/Expansion Slot Details	8 PoE ports with 2 configurable uplink ports	24x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4x 10G SFP+ ports, stacking slot	16 PoE ports, 2 Gigabit uplink ports	24x 10/100/1000 PoE ports and 4x 10/100/1000 SFP uplink ports	48 PoE ports and 4 dedicated uplink ports
Power Consumption	15 W	30 W	30 W	150W	N/A
Power Source	AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply	AC Power Supply
Product Name	C1200-8P-E-2G Business PoE Switch	Cisco Catalyst C1200-24T-4X	Cisco C1200-16P-2G	Cisco Catalyst C1200-24FP-4G	Cisco C1200-48P-4G Enterprise PoE Switch
Product Type	Switch	Switch	Switch	Switch	Switch
Rack Units	1 RU	1 RU	1 RU	1 RU	1 RU
Redundant Power Supply Supported	No	No	No	No	No
SFP Ports	Combo	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports	4 SFP Ports
Switching Capacity	16 Gbps	56 Gbps	32 Gbps	56 Gbps	104 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking	N/A	112 Gbps	32 Gbps	112 Gbps	N/A
Uplink Configuration	1G	10G	1G	1G	1G
Weight	4 lbs	13 lbs	10 lbs	8 lbs	12 lbs
Width	17.5 inches	17 inches	17.5 inches	17 inches	17.3 inches

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G switch?

The Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G is an 8-port smart switch with 2 GbE uplinks, PoE+ support, and rack-mount capability designed for small to medium networks.

How many PoE+ ports does the C1200-8P-E-2G provide?

It provides eight 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ ports delivering up to 30 W per port and a total power budget of 124 W.

What are the uplink options on the Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G?

The switch features two fixed Gigabit Ethernet SFP uplink ports for fiber or copper connectivity.

Is the C1200-8P-E-2G rack-mountable?

Yes. It includes rack-mount brackets and fits standard 19-inch racks, optimizing space in wiring closets.