Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-E-2G-L 8-Port Managed Data Switch, 2x1G SFP/RJ-45 Combo
The Cisco C1000-8T-E-2G-L is an 8-port Layer 2 managed switch with 2x 1G combo uplinks and an external power supply. It supports Single IP Management for up to eight switches.
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 C1000-8T-E-2G-L is the 8-port data-only configuration that draws from an external power adapter rather than an internal supply, which is the only difference from the internal-supply C1000-8T-2G-L. 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 in offices and open areas outside a dedicated closet.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-E-2G-L is a Layer 2 managed compact fanless switch with 8 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) data ports and two fixed 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks, running Cisco IOS and powered by an external power supply. Switching capacity is 20 Gbps and forwarding rate is 14.88 Mpps. It carries no Power over Ethernet, so all 8 access ports are data-only. 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 connects non-powered endpoints such as desktops, printers, and wired IoT devices in small-business and branch wiring closets.
Small Business
Retail
Branch Office
Best For
The C1000-8T-E-2G-L suits small-business and branch sites that connect non-powered endpoints such as desktops, printers, and wired IoT devices and prefer an external power supply for the installation. It delivers managed Layer 2 switching with Cisco IOS, two 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks for fiber or copper aggregation, and fanless, silent operation for closet-free spaces.
Not suitable if:
- you need to power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, or IP cameras, since this is a data-only switch with no Power over Ethernet
- 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 prefer a self-contained unit with an internal power supply
C1000-8T-E-2G-L Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | None |
| License Detail / MTBF | No license tiers; MTBF 2,171,669 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| 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); external 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 7.28 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.
- T — T is the port-type marker, indicating data-only Gigabit ports with no Power over Ethernet.
- E — E is the power-source marker, indicating the external-power-supply variant that draws from an external adapter rather than an internal supply.
- 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.
C1000-8T-E-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
What is the difference between the C1000-8T-E-2G-L and the C1000-8T-2G-L?
The two switches are identical in switching hardware: 8 Gigabit Ethernet data-only ports, two 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks, Cisco IOS, and 20 Gbps of switching capacity. They differ only in power source. The C1000-8T-E-2G-L draws from an external power adapter, indicated by the E in the part number, while the C1000-8T-2G-L uses an internal power supply. Both are fanless and data-only. Choose the external-supply model where an external adapter suits the installation.
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-E-2G-L support PoE?
No. The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-E-2G-L is a data-only switch, and all 8 Gigabit Ethernet access ports carry no Power over Ethernet. It cannot power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, or IP cameras. If you need PoE+ on the access ports, the Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-E-2G-L is the matching external-supply 8-port PoE+ model with a 67W PoE budget and the same two 1G SFP/RJ-45 combo uplinks.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the C1000-8T-E-2G-L use?
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-E-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 C1000-8T-E-2G-L be stacked?
No. The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-E-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 eases configuration and troubleshooting but is not a high-bandwidth stacked data plane.
Is the Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-E-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 C1000-8T-E-2G-L units from inventory, and Cisco support continues under active service contracts through the Last Date of Support.
What condition is the C1000-8T-E-2G-L sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8T-E-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.
