Cisco Catalyst C1000-16FP-2G-L 16-Port Full PoE+ Switch with 2x 1G SFP Uplinks
- Switch, managed, 16x 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE+ ports and 240W PoE budget, 2x 1G SFP uplinks
Overview
Cisco Catalyst 1000 Series switches are fixed managed Gigabit Ethernet Layer 2 switches for small businesses and branch offices, built for out-of-the-wiring-closet and IoT deployments and administered through Cisco IOS using a CLI, an on-box web UI, and Bluetooth over-the-air console access. The C1000-16FP-2G-L is the 16-port full PoE+ configuration in this line, with a 240W PoE budget shared across all 16 access ports to support denser powered-device deployments than a smaller partial budget. Its two dedicated 1G SFP fiber uplinks aggregate to the distribution layer, and unlike the 8-port models they are SFP fiber ports rather than SFP/RJ-45 combo ports. Its fanless design runs silently for placement outside a dedicated closet.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-16FP-2G-L is a Layer 2 managed fanless switch with 16 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) full PoE+ ports and two fixed 1G SFP uplinks, running Cisco IOS. Switching capacity is 36 Gbps and forwarding rate is 26.78 Mpps. It supports IEEE 802.3af PoE and 802.3at PoE+ up to 30W per port, with a 240W PoE power budget shared across all 16 access ports. It provides no data-plane stacking, though the Gigabit Ethernet uplinks support Cisco Single IP Management of up to eight switches under one IP address. It powers and connects endpoints such as wireless access points, IP phones, IP cameras, and wired IoT devices in small-business and branch wiring closets.
Best For
The C1000-16FP-2G-L suits small-business and branch wiring closets that need to power endpoints such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras over 16 managed Layer 2 ports with Cisco IOS. Its 240W full PoE+ budget is suitable for a denser mix of powered devices than a partial-budget model, with actual device counts depending on each device's power draw, and its two 1G SFP fiber uplinks give aggregation to the distribution layer.
Not suitable if:
- you need a larger PoE budget than 240W, since a full set of higher-draw powered devices can exceed it
- you need more than 16 access ports, since this is a 16-port model
- you need 10G uplinks, since the two uplinks are fixed 1G SFP ports
- you need a copper RJ-45 uplink, since the two uplinks are SFP fiber ports without a combo copper option
- you only connect non-powered endpoints, since a data-only or partial-PoE model would be sufficient
C1000-16FP-2G-L Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | None |
| License Detail / MTBF | None; MTBF Not published |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| PoE Budget | 240W |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 2x 1G SFP |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | No |
| Switching Capacity | 36 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 26.78 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 16,000 |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 256 MB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | 110 to 220V AC, internal fixed power supply, 50 to 60 Hz |
| Redundant PSU | No |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 10.56 x 12.14 in |
| Weight | 5.49 lbs (2.49 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | Sea level -5 to 50°C; Up to 5,000 ft (1500 m) -5 to 45°C; Up to 10,000 ft (3000 m) -5 to 40°C |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS |
Part Number Decode
- C1000 — C1000 is the platform prefix, identifying a Cisco Catalyst 1000 Series Gigabit Ethernet model.
- 16 — 16 is the port count, indicating 16 access ports.
- FP — FP is the port-type marker for full PoE+, indicating a higher shared PoE budget for denser powered-device deployments.
- 2G — 2G is the uplink code, indicating two fixed 1G SFP uplinks.
- L — L is the standard model suffix Cisco uses across the Catalyst 1000 ordering line, not a selectable license tier.
C1000-16FP-2G-L Accessories
| CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 | Console Cable 6 Feet with RJ-45 |
| CAB-CONSOLE-USB | Console Cable 6 Feet with USB Type A and mini-B Connectors |
| PWR-CLP | Power Cable Restraining Clip |
| RCKMNT-19-CMPCT | 19Rack Mount bracket for C1000, 3560-CX and 2960CX |
| RCKMNT-23-CMPCT | 23and 24Rack Mount bracket for C1000, 3560-CX and 2960-CX |
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1000-16FP-2G-L support PoE, and how much power does it provide?
Yes. The Cisco Catalyst C1000-16FP-2G-L supports IEEE 802.3af PoE and 802.3at PoE+ delivering up to 30W per port. It has a 240W full PoE+ budget; all 16 Gigabit Ethernet access ports support PoE+ up to 30W per port, subject to the shared total PoE budget. It can power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras directly over the network cabling, with the total draw depending on each device's power against the 240W budget.
What is the difference between the C1000-16FP-2G-L and the C1000-16P-2G-L?
Both are 16-port Cisco Catalyst 1000 PoE+ switches with two 1G SFP uplinks, Cisco IOS, and 36 Gbps of switching capacity, and both deliver PoE+ up to 30W per port. They differ in PoE budget. The C1000-16FP-2G-L provides a 240W full PoE+ budget for denser powered-device deployments, while the C1000-16P-2G-L provides a smaller 120W partial budget. On both, all access ports support PoE+ up to 30W per port, subject to the shared total PoE budget. Choose the FP model for denser powered-device deployments.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the C1000-16FP-2G-L use?
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-16FP-2G-L has two fixed 1G SFP uplink ports. These are 1-Gigabit SFP fiber slots, not SFP/RJ-45 combo ports, and they do not support 10G SFP+ optics. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the manufacturer's transceiver compatibility matrix at tmgmatrix.cisco.com. Transceivers are sold separately.
Can the C1000-16FP-2G-L be stacked?
No. The Cisco Catalyst C1000-16FP-2G-L does not provide data-plane stacking, so there is no shared switching fabric across units. As a Gigabit Ethernet model it does support Cisco Single IP Management, which uses the uplink ports to connect up to eight switches so they can be managed under a single IP address. This is a management convenience for configuration and troubleshooting, not a high-bandwidth stacked data plane.
Is the Cisco Catalyst C1000-16FP-2G-L end of life?
Cisco has published an End-of-Sale and End-of-Life notice for the Cisco Catalyst 1000 Series. The last day to order from Cisco was April 30, 2025, and the Last Date of Support is April 30, 2030. Network Devices Inc. sells new, factory-sealed C1000-16FP-2G-L units from inventory, and Cisco support continues under active service contracts through the Last Date of Support.
What condition is the C1000-16FP-2G-L sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-16FP-2G-L is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy.
