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WS-CE520-8PC-K9
Cisco WS-CE520-8PC-K9 Catalyst Express 520 8-Port Fast Ether...
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WS-CE520-8PC-K9 is a fanless, managed Layer 2 desktop switch with eight 10/100 PoE access ports and one fixed Gigabit combo uplink. The uplink offers a copper RJ-45 connection or an SFP connection, with only one interface active at a time; no removable uplink card is required. Cisco Catalyst Express 520 serves small-business voice, security and wireless networks, connecting phones, printers, desktops and access points. This compact managed Ethernet switch connects the local endpoint group to the upstream network without requiring endpoint power adapters for compatible PoE devices. Graphical configuration tools handle setup and administration. Head-of-line blocking prevention keeps congestion on one port from blocking traffic through other ports.
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16 Gbps switching capacity handles local switching traffic, while 2.7 Mpps forwarding performance applies to 64-byte packets. 124W of available PoE power permits 15.4W on each powered port simultaneously. Four queues per port and SRR scheduling handle traffic prioritization using CoS and DSCP classifications. WS-CE520-8PC-K9 has 64 MB of DRAM and 16 MB of flash for runtime operation and software storage. The forwarding database accommodates 8000 MAC addresses, and 32 VLANs provide separate Layer 2 traffic domains. RSTP accelerates spanning-tree convergence, LACP supports link aggregation, and IGMP snooping restricts multicast forwarding to interested ports. SNMPv3 provides network monitoring access alongside graphical administration. VTP operates in transparent mode, and inter-VLAN routing requires an external routing device. 204W maximum power consumption is the figure to use when sizing the AC circuit. The 353184-hour MTBF is a statistical reliability estimate rather than a scheduled replacement interval.
ORM Systems offers WS-CE520-8PC-K9 new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, including PoE output under load on every powered port, firmware verification and configuration wiping to factory default. Specify the required condition, quantity and accessories on the purchase order. ORM warranties provide up to a 3-year extended term for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units, with 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. Enterprise and volume orders support PO acceptance, Net-30 for government, and RMA with advance replacement, with regional stock and RMA in the UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS |
Port Configuration | 8 x 100M PoE / 1 x 1G combo uplink |
PoE Budget | 124W |
Max Power Draw | 204W |
Cooling | Fanless |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale December 17, 2009 |
When several small-business sites need matching port behavior, Cisco Smartports provides 10 predefined roles for connections such as desktops, phones, access points, servers and printers. Assigning those roles determines the associated QoS and security settings. Specify the required endpoint roles and VLAN assignments before the purchase order.
When a branch order includes rack or wall installation rather than desk placement, RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= provides the required brackets and hardware; those parts do not ship with the compact chassis. Mounting also requires unobstructed ventilation. Add RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= and the installation hardware appropriate to the selected location to the purchase order.
Gigabit access for desktop endpoints
WS-CE520-8PC-K9 has eight 10/100 access ports, so 100 Mbps is the maximum endpoint link speed. The Gigabit combo uplink does not upgrade those access connections.
Endpoint power above 15.4W
WS-CE520-8PC-K9 supplies a maximum of 15.4W per powered port. Devices requiring more power exceed that individual-port ceiling, regardless of the remaining aggregate PoE budget.
Active Cisco hardware support
Cisco support for Catalyst Express 520 ended December 17, 2014. WS-CE520-8PC-K9 cannot satisfy a purchase requirement for an actively supported Cisco switch.
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| WS-CE520-8PC-K9 |  WS-CE520-24LC-K9 |  WS-CE520-24TT-K9 |  WS-CE500-24LC |  WS-CE500G-12TC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 231.1 mm | 251.5 mm | 251.5 mm | 251.5 mm | 251.5 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 43.9 mm | 43.9 mm | 43.9 mm | 43.9 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-CE520-8PC-K9 | WS-CE520-24LC-K9 | WS-CE520-24TT-K9 | WS-CE500-24LC | WS-CE500G-12TC |
| Power Consumption | 204W | 110W | 30W | 110W | 45W |
| Switching Capacity | 16 Gbps | 8.8 Gbps | 8.8 Gbps | 8.8 Gbps | 24 Gbps |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 3.7 kg | 3.7 kg | 3.7 kg | 3.7 kg |
| Width | 270 mm | 444.5 mm | 444.5 mm | 444.5 mm | 444.5 mm |
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WS-CE520-8PC-K9 identifies a Catalyst Express 520 switch with eight 10/100 PoE access ports and one Gigabit copper-or-SFP combo uplink. WS-CE520 identifies the family, 8 denotes the access-port count, and PC identifies the powered-port configuration. Use the complete WS-CE520-8PC-K9 identifier when specifying the order.
WS-CE520-8PC-K9 is managed through its embedded browser-based device manager and Cisco Configuration Assistant, with SNMPv3 available for monitoring. The device manager provides local graphical administration, while Cisco Configuration Assistant handles centralized configuration. Initial setup uses a graphical interface rather than requiring a console cable or terminal-emulation application.
WS-CE520-8PC-K9 is discontinued, and Cisco support ended December 17, 2014. Catalyst Express 520 reached end of sale on December 17, 2009. Purchasing remaining inventory or refurbished hardware does not restart Cisco support, so an order must distinguish reseller support arrangements from Cisco service coverage.
ORM Systems offers WS-CE520-8PC-K9 new sealed and certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units. Returns are available for 30 days in either condition; terms apply. Cisco’s original limited lifetime hardware warranty ended with Cisco support on December 17, 2014.
WS-CE520-8PC-K9 provides a 124W PoE budget across eight powered access ports, with a maximum of 15.4W per port. All powered ports can supply that maximum simultaneously. Endpoint selection must still respect the individual-port limit; unused power elsewhere does not increase the output available from one port.
The Catalyst Express 520 eight-port switch provides one Gigabit combo uplink with a 10/100/1000 copper interface and an SFP interface. Those connections share one logical uplink, so only one is active at a time. Specify copper or fiber uplink media before ordering; the SFP slot is not a removable network-module bay.
WS-CE520-8PC-K9 carries UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA 22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 and AS/NZS 60950-1 safety approvals. EMC approvals include FCC Part 15 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 55024, VCCI Class A and AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A. CE marking is also included.
Yes, WS-CE520-8PC-K9 can be installed in an equipment rack using RCKMNT-19-CMPCT=, ordered separately. The desktop chassis measures 44 x 270 x 231.1 mm and weighs 2.3 kg. Allow 76 mm around ventilation openings and keep the installation environment within the 0°C to 45°C operating range.
No, WS-CE520-8PC-K9 requires AC power rather than receiving power through an Ethernet port. Its input accepts 100-240V AC, and its PoE access ports supply power to connected endpoints. Include an accessible AC outlet in the installation plan; an upstream PoE switch does not replace that requirement.
The Catalyst Express 520 supports 32 VLANs and 802.1Q trunking for Layer 2 segmentation. VLAN assignments can separate endpoint groups, including voice and data connections. The switch does not provide inter-VLAN routing, so communication between those groups requires a separate routing device connected to the network.
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