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What is the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Switch series?
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The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Switch series is a family of enterprise-class fixed-access switches offering advanced security, automation, and cloud-managed operations for small to midsize deployments.
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What port densities and speeds are available on Catalyst 9200 Switches?
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Catalyst 9200 Switches support 24- or 48-port configurations with 1G and optional 10G uplinks, delivering up to 128 Gbps of forwarding bandwidth per device.
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Does the Catalyst 9200 series support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
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Yes; select Catalyst 9200 models provide PoE, PoE+, and UPOE, supplying up to 60W per port to power IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
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How does Cisco StackWise Virtual enhance Catalyst 9200 performance?
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Cisco StackWise Virtual links up to eight Catalyst 9200 switches into a single logical unit with up to 80 Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth, simplifying management and increasing redundancy.
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Which security features are built into Cisco Catalyst 9200 Switches?
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They include Cisco TrustSec segmentation, MACsec encryption, Dynamic ARP Inspection, DHCP Snooping, and advanced access control lists (ACLs) for multilayer threat protection.
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What software images are available for Catalyst 9200 Series?
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The series supports Cisco IOS XE with Network Essentials and Network Advantage feature sets, providing baseline connectivity or advanced services such as MPLS and VXLAN.
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How is licensing structured for the Catalyst 9200 platform?
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Licensing uses Cisco DNA subscriptions—Essentials and Advantage—covering feature sets, software updates, and optional Cisco DNA Center automation and assurance.
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Can Catalyst 9200 Switches be managed via Cisco DNA Center?
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Yes; they integrate with Cisco DNA Center for centralized provisioning, policy automation, network assurance, and analytics.
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What are the typical use cases for the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series?
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Ideal for enterprise access layer, branch aggregation, and campus edge deployments requiring secure access, PoE for endpoints, and scalable performance.
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How energy efficient are Catalyst 9200 Switches?
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They comply with IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet and feature smart power management to reduce idle power consumption by up to 70%.
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Are Catalyst 9200 Switches backward compatible with older Catalyst models?
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Yes; they support common Cisco IOS XE features, stacking, and management tools, ensuring smooth integration with existing Catalyst 3650/3850 infrastructures.
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What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the Catalyst 9200?
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Depending on the model, switching capacity ranges from 128 to 176 Gbps with forwarding rates up to 132 Mpps for wire-speed performance.
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How does Cisco StackPower work on Catalyst 9200 Series?
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StackPower shares PoE power supplies across multiple switches in a stack, ensuring efficient load balancing and redundancy for powered devices.
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What warranty and support options are available?
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Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty, next-business-day replacement, and optional SMARTnet services for 24/7 technical support and software updates.
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What upgrade paths are available from older Catalyst switches to the 9200 series?
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Customers can migrate from Catalyst 2960-X, 3750, or 3850 series using existing cabling and management platforms, with feature parity in IOS XE and Cisco DNA support.
