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C1300-12XS is a managed Catalyst 1300 switch for small-business fiber networks. Its 12 logical 10G connections include two shared copper/SFP+ interfaces, rather than additional independent copper ports. The compact desktop chassis supports installations that do not require a full-width switch.
C1300-12XS price for new stock is $1,737.75, a 28.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $2,425.19. C1300-12XS refurb price is $2,070.29. C1300-12XS is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
Request bulk order quote for C1300-12XS for additional pricing. Browse the full Cisco Catalyst 1300 Switches series or explore all Cisco products.
240 Gbps switching capacity and 178.57 Mpps forwarding support traffic across the fixed interfaces. C1300-12XS provides static routing, RIP v2, and PBR. Front Panel Stacking combines eight members into one managed system, using network interfaces reconfigured as stack links rather than separate rear stacking connectors.
C1300-12XS is available new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, every port linking at rated speed, clean boot, optics bay recognition, PSU status, and fan status, with firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. ORM's new warranty extends up to 3 years, certified refurbished warranty extends up to 1 year, and returns cover 30 days on every condition; terms apply. Specify the condition, quantities, and required accessories on the purchase order. PO orders are accepted, Net-30 is available for government, and RMA includes advance replacement, with regional stock and RMA across the UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Customized Linux OS. |
Port Configuration | 10 x 10G SFP+, 2 x 10G copper/SFP+ combo. |
Stacking | Front Panel Stacking, eight members. |
Max Power Draw | 26.1W. |
Cooling | 1 fan. |
Replaces | CBS350-12XS-EU, CBS350-12XS-NA, CBS350-12XS-SP, CBS350-12XS-TW, CBS350-12XS-UK; end-of-sale May 30, 2024. |
The C1300-12XS sits at the top of a small server rack and terminates 10G SFP+ links from hosts, storage arrays, and virtualization nodes. Its ten 10G SFP+ ports carry tagged VLAN trunks into the server access layer, while the two 10G copper/SFP+ combo ports attach short-reach RJ-45 appliances or fiber uplinks without changing the rack layout. Engineers configure LACP groups for paired server NICs and apply DSCP/802.1p QoS classification for iSCSI or storage replication traffic. The rack gains a compact 10G access point with controlled east-west traffic paths.
The C1300-12XS operates as a 10G distribution switch for downstream access switches that present SFP+ uplinks. Ten dedicated 10G SFP+ ports terminate fiber runs from access closets, and the two 10G combo ports connect either copper handoffs or additional SFP+ links toward the upstream core. VLANs stay defined on 802.1Q trunks, with Rapid STP or MSTP controlling Layer 2 topology and LACP bundling parallel uplinks where access switches support it. The aggregation point reduces oversubscription and keeps access-layer uplinks on a consistent 10G handoff.
In a managed rack, the C1300-12XS separates operational control from production forwarding by using its 1 GE out-of-band management port for administration and its 10G interfaces for data-plane trunks. Network teams place the management interface in a dedicated management network and use SSH, HTTPS, SNMPv3 traps, syslog, and TACACS+/RADIUS client functions for monitoring and controlled operator access. The 10G SFP+ and combo ports remain assigned to server or distribution traffic. The design preserves administrative reachability when production VLAN changes or uplink maintenance affect the data plane.
A refresh of an installed CBS350-12XS-NA fleet can specify this replacement after the predecessor's May 30, 2024 end-of-sale milestone. Review the existing fiber links, copper connections, configuration requirements, and spare-unit quantities before issuing the purchase order, rather than assuming every existing accessory belongs on the replacement order.
An expansion of an existing stack requires planning the ports that will become inter-switch links. Stacking requires at least two enabled stacking ports, and those interfaces no longer carry ordinary network traffic. Reserve the connections, confirm the intended ring or chain topology, and specify the interconnect quantities before ordering.
PoE power for connected endpoints
C1300-12XS does not supply PoE. C1300-16P-4X provides a shared 120W PoE+ budget across 16 Gigabit access ports, but changes the access speed and port configuration.
Stacking across different switch families
C1300-12XS belongs to C1300 Family 2. Cross-family stacking is unsupported, so an existing C1300 Family 1 stack cannot accept this model as another member.
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| Depth | 300 mm | 299 mm | 286 mm | 300 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Desktop |
| Height | 43.94 mm | 43.94 mm | 43.94 mm | 43.94 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C1300-12XS | C1300-24P-4G | C1300-24XS | C1300-16XTS |
| Memory | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Power Consumption | 26.1W | 233.2W | 49.46W | 35.2W |
| Switching Capacity | 240 Gbps | 56 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Weight | 2.67 kg. | 3.53 kg | 4.15 kg | 2.68 kg. |
| Width | 268 mm | 444.3 mm | 444.3 mm | 268 mm |
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Reviewed on the 19 September 2024
Superior SFP+ density. Perfect for our fiber core and high-speed storage networking needs.
Reviewed on the 11 February 2026
Reliable 10G fiber switch. Consistent throughput and stable management for our data center.
Reviewed on the 29 January 2020
Excellent smart features. The 12 SFP+ ports offer great flexibility for our backbone.
Reviewed on the 19 April 2020
Professional grade fiber switching. Fast, secure, and remarkably easy to configure and deploy.
Reviewed on the 6 September 2020
Solid Cisco performance. Handles our high-speed fiber links with total reliability and zero bottlenecks.
Reviewed on the 15 November 2017
Top-tier build quality. Consistent 10G performance across all ports for our enterprise network.
Reviewed on the 4 March 2024
Robust and stable. A high-performance fiber switch that meets all our 10G requirements.
Reviewed on the 12 January 2026
Highly satisfied. The Catalyst 1300-12XS is a reliable workhorse for our fiber core.
C1300 identifies Catalyst 1300; 12 identifies twelve logical connections; XS identifies the 10G SFP+ configuration. C1300-12XS includes two copper interfaces shared with two SFP+ positions.
C1300-12XS supports a web UI, CLI through console, SSH or Telnet, SNMP, Cisco Business Dashboard, Cisco Business mobile app, and Cisco Network Plug and Play provisioning.
Cisco has not announced an end-of-sale date for Catalyst 1300. C1300-12XS remains an available model in the series.
ORM Systems offers C1300-12XS new sealed or certified refurbished, with new warranty coverage up to a 3-year extended term and refurbished coverage up to 1 year. Returns are available for 30 days on every condition; terms apply. Cisco's separate platform warranty is Limited Lifetime with return-to-factory replacement.
C1300-12XS replaces CBS350-12XS-EU, CBS350-12XS-NA, CBS350-12XS-SP, CBS350-12XS-TW, and CBS350-12XS-UK. These predecessor models reached end of sale on May 30, 2024.
Yes, supported Catalyst 1300 models form an eight-member hardware stack. Members must belong to the same stacking family, and configured stack interfaces cannot simultaneously carry ordinary network traffic.
C1300-16P-4X supplies PoE+ with a shared 120W budget; C1300-12XS does not. The former suits powered Gigabit endpoints, while the latter suits 10G fiber connections without endpoint power delivery.
C1300-12XS uses an internal AC supply, whereas C1300-8T-E-2G uses an external adapter. Choose between the 10G fiber configuration and the smaller Gigabit copper configuration according to the required connections.
C1300-24XS provides 24 logical 10G connections, compared with twelve on C1300-12XS. The higher-density model suits a larger fiber connection requirement; the twelve-port model suits a smaller connection count.
C1300-12XS supports static routing, RIP v2, and PBR. OSPF support belongs to Catalyst 1300X models, not this model.