Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-2G-L 8-Port Managed PoE+ Switch, 2x1G SFP/RJ-45 Combo
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-2G-L is an 8-port PoE+ Layer 2 managed switch with 2x 1G SFP and RJ-45 combo uplinks. It delivers 67W of PoE and supports Single IP Management.
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 C1000-8P-2G-L is the 8-port PoE+ configuration in this line, with a 67W shared PoE budget that powers standards-compliant devices directly over the access ports so no separate power cabling is needed. Its two 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks accept either a fiber SFP transceiver or a copper RJ-45 connection for aggregation to the distribution layer, and its fanless design runs silently for placement outside a dedicated closet.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-2G-L is a Layer 2 managed compact fanless switch with 8 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) PoE+ ports and two fixed 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks, running Cisco IOS. Switching capacity is 20 Gbps and forwarding rate is 14.88 Mpps. It supports IEEE 802.3af PoE and 802.3at PoE+ up to 30W per port, sharing a 67W PoE power budget across the 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.
Small Business
Retail
Branch Office
Best For
The C1000-8P-2G-L suits small-business and branch wiring closets that need to power a small set of endpoints such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras over managed Layer 2 ports with Cisco IOS. Its 67W PoE budget is suitable for a modest mix of powered devices, with actual device counts depending on each device's power draw, and its two 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks give fiber or copper aggregation.
Not suitable if:
- you need a larger PoE budget than 67W, since a set of higher-draw powered devices can exceed the shared budget
- you need more than 8 access ports, since this is an 8-port model
- you need 10G uplinks, since the two uplinks are fixed 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo ports
- you need Layer 3 routing, since this switch operates at Layer 2 only
- you need a hardened or extended-temperature switch for factory or outdoor use
C1000-8P-2G-L Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | None |
| License Detail / MTBF | No license tiers; MTBF 1,786,412 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| PoE Budget | 67W |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 2x 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | No |
| Switching Capacity | 20 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 14.88 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 16,000 |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 512 MB |
| Flash | 256 MB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | 110-220V AC (auto-ranging); internal 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 12.73 in |
| Weight | 3.42 lbs (1.55 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.
- 8 — 8 is the port count, indicating 8 access ports.
- P — P is the port-type marker, indicating PoE+ access ports served by a partial PoE power budget shared across the ports.
- 2G — 2G is the uplink code, indicating two fixed 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks.
- L — L is the standard model suffix Cisco uses across the Catalyst 1000 ordering line, not a selectable license tier.
C1000-8P-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 | 19-inch rack mount bracket for C1000, 3560-CX and 2960-CX |
| RCKMNT-23-CMPCT | 23- and 24-inch rack mount bracket for C1000, 3560-CX and 2960-CX |
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-2G-L support PoE, and how much power does it provide?
Yes. The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-2G-L supports IEEE 802.3af PoE and 802.3at PoE+ delivering up to 30W per port, with a 67W PoE budget shared across the 8 Gigabit Ethernet access ports. It can power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras directly over the network cabling. The total number of powered devices depends on each device's power draw against the shared 67W budget.
What is the difference between the C1000-8P-2G-L and the C1000-8FP-2G-L?
Both are 8-port Cisco Catalyst 1000 PoE+ switches with two 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks, Cisco IOS, and 20 Gbps of switching capacity, and both deliver PoE+ up to 30W per port. They differ in PoE budget. The C1000-8P-2G-L provides a 67W shared PoE budget, while the C1000-8FP-2G-L provides a larger 120W full PoE+ budget for denser powered-device deployments. On both, all access ports support PoE+ up to 30W per port, subject to the shared total PoE budget. Choose the 8FP model when you need more total PoE power.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the C1000-8P-2G-L use?
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-2G-L has two fixed 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplink ports. Each combo port accepts either a 1-Gigabit SFP transceiver for fiber or a standard RJ-45 copper connection, with one medium active at a time. These are 1-Gigabit slots and 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 C1000-8P-2G-L be stacked?
No. The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-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 C1000-8P-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 C1000-8P-2G-L units from inventory, and Cisco support continues under active service contracts through the Last Date of Support.
What condition is the C1000-8P-2G-L sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-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.
