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What is the Cisco Catalyst 1300 Switch series?
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The Cisco Catalyst 1300 Switch series is a compact, layer 2/3 access switch designed for small to medium-sized networks, offering secure connectivity, simplified management, and enterprise-grade performance.
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What port densities and uplink options are available on Catalyst 1300 switches?
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Catalyst 1300 switches offer 8 to 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with optional 1G/2.5G uplinks or 10G SFP+ uplinks, enabling flexible connectivity for IoT, wireless and wired endpoints.
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Does the Catalyst 1300 series support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
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Yes, certain Catalyst 1300 models support PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) and PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt Type 3) to power IP phones, wireless access points and cameras directly over Ethernet.
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How do I manage and configure the Catalyst 1300 switch?
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You can manage Catalyst 1300 switches via the intuitive Cisco DNA Center, Cisco IOS CLI, web UI or REST APIs, enabling consistent policy enforcement and zero-touch provisioning.
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What stacking or high-availability options exist for Catalyst 1300?
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Catalyst 1300 switches support optional physical stacking modules for simplified management and redundancy, delivering up to 80 Gbps stack bandwidth and seamless failover.
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What security features are built into the Catalyst 1300 series?
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Built-in Cisco TrustSec, MACsec encryption, 802.1X network access control, dynamic ARP inspection and DHCP snooping ensure robust threat defense at the access layer.
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How does the Catalyst 1300 series support IoT deployments?
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With built-in USB ports, PoE+ power budgets and Cisco IoT Field Network Director integration, Catalyst 1300 switches simplify IoT device onboarding, segmentation and lifecycle management.
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What are the performance specifications of the Catalyst 1300 switches?
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Catalyst 1300 switches deliver up to 128 Gbps switching capacity, 95.23 Mpps packet forwarding rate and sub-50 microsecond latency for high-performance access.
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Can Catalyst 1300 switches be used in industrial or harsh environments?
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Yes, industrial-rated Catalyst 1300-IE models provide extended temperature, vibration and surge protection for factory, transportation and outdoor deployments.
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What IPv6 features are supported on the Catalyst 1300 series?
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Catalyst 1300 switches fully support IPv6 routing, ACLs, neighbor discovery, DHCPv6 and IPv6 Secure Neighbor Discovery (SEND) for future-proof network design.
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What power efficiency and environmental certifications do Catalyst 1300 switches have?
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Catalyst 1300 switches are ENERGY STAR® certified, consume as little as 8W idle power and include smart fan policies to optimize energy usage in low-noise environments.
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How do I license advanced features on the Catalyst 1300 series?
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Advanced routing, security and management features are enabled via Cisco IOS Feature Licenses—Network Essentials and Network Advantage—purchased per switch or as part of Cisco DNA subscriptions.
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What warranty and support options are available for Catalyst 1300 switches?
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Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty, next-business-day replacement and optional Cisco SmartNet® support for 24×7 technical assistance and software updates.
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How do I deploy a Cisco Catalyst 1300 switch in my network?
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Deployment is simplified with zero-touch provisioning via Plug and Play, Cisco DNA Center automation templates and preconfigured network profiles for rapid site rollout.
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How does the Catalyst 1300 series compare to the Catalyst 9200 series?
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Catalyst 1300 switches target edge access with compact form-factor and lower port counts, while Catalyst 9200 offers higher densities, advanced stacking and more uplink options for larger networks.
