Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G 8-Port Managed PoE+ Switch, 2x1G SFP/RJ-45 Combo
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G 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 Layer 3 static routing.
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series is a line of fixed, managed Layer 2+ Gigabit Ethernet switches for small and medium-sized business, running a customized Linux-based operating system and managed through the Cisco Business Dashboard, the Cisco Business mobile app, an on-box web UI, and a CLI. It adds Layer 3 static routing beyond what an unmanaged or consumer-grade switch offers, letting you segment a network into separate workgroups. The C1200-8P-E-2G is the 8-port PoE+ configuration with two 1G copper/SFP combo uplinks and a 67 W PoE budget; as an external-power-supply model it is fanless for quiet placement in an office or on a desk. Cisco positions the Catalyst 1200 Series as the next-generation successor to the Cisco Business CBS250 Series smart switches.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G is a Layer 2+ managed compact switch with 8 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) PoE+ ports and two fixed 1G copper/SFP combo uplinks, running a customized Linux-based operating system. Switching capacity is 20 Gbps and forwarding rate is 14.88 Mpps. It delivers IEEE 802.3at PoE+ with a 67 W PoE power budget across the access ports, up to 30 W per port, drawn from an external power adapter in a fanless design. Layer 3 static routing supports up to 32 static routes and 16 IP interfaces, with no dynamic routing. It connects and powers access-layer devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, IP cameras, desktops, and printers in small-business networks.
Small Business
Retail
Best For
The C1200-8P-E-2G suits small offices and branch closets that connect and power a few access-layer devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras alongside desktops and printers. A 67 W PoE budget is suitable for a small mix of powered devices; actual device counts depend on each powered device's power draw. Its two 1G copper/SFP combo uplinks provide a copper or fiber path upstream, and the fanless external-power design keeps it silent in occupied spaces.
Not suitable if:
- you need more than 8 access ports
- you need 10G uplinks, since this model has 1G copper/SFP combo uplinks
- you need a larger PoE budget for many high-draw devices, since this model provides a 67 W PoE budget
- you need dynamic routing protocols such as RIP or OSPF, since the Catalyst 1200 provides Layer 3 static routing only
C1200-8P-E-2G Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | None |
| License Detail / MTBF | None; MTBF 1,706,649 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| PoE Budget | 67W |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 2x 1G copper/SFP combo |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | No |
| Switching Capacity | 20 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 14.88 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 8000 |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 1 GB DDR4 |
| Flash | 512 MB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | 100 to 240V AC, 50 to 60 Hz, external power adapter |
| Redundant PSU | No |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 10.56 x 7.28 in (44 x 268 x 185 mm) |
| Weight | 3.37 lbs (1.53 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | -5 to 50°C (23 to 122°F) |
| Operating System | Linux |
Part Number Decode
- C1200 — C1200 is the platform prefix, identifying the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series of managed Layer 2+ switches.
- 8 — 8 is the port count, indicating 8 access ports.
- P — P is the port-type marker, indicating PoE+ Gigabit ports at the partial PoE power budget.
- E — E is the power marker, indicating the external-power-supply, fanless variant.
- 2G — 2G is the uplink code, indicating two fixed 1G copper/SFP combo uplinks.
C1200-8P-E-2G Accessories
| CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 | Console cable, 6 ft, RJ-45 |
| CAB-CONSOLE-USB-C / CAB-CONSOLE-USB-C= | USB-C console cable |
| PWR-CLP | Power cable restraining clip |
| RCKMNT-CMPCT-1K= | Compact 19″ rack-mount kit for 8/16-port models |
| PWRADPT-WM-18-xx / PWRADPT-WM-18-NA= | 18W power adapter (regional variants) |
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G support PoE?
Yes. The Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G provides IEEE 802.3at PoE+ on its 8 Gigabit Ethernet access ports, delivering up to 30 W per port within a 67 W total PoE power budget. It can power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras. Actual device counts depend on each powered device's power draw, and once the 67 W budget is reached no further ports draw PoE.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the C1200-8P-E-2G use?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G has two fixed 1G combo uplinks, each usable as a Gigabit copper (RJ-45) port or a 1G SFP slot. These are 1-Gigabit slots and do not support 10G SFP+ optics. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the supported-SFP module list in the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series data sheet and Cisco's transceiver compatibility matrix. Transceivers are sold separately.
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G do Layer 3 routing?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G is a Layer 2+ switch. It performs Layer 2 switching plus Layer 3 static routing, supporting up to 32 static routes and 16 IP interfaces so you can segment the network into separate subnets or workgroups. It does not run dynamic routing protocols such as RIP or OSPF. For dynamic routing, the Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series adds RIP v2.
Can the Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G be stacked?
No. The Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series does not support switch stacking. Each Catalyst 1200 is managed as an individual unit, and units can optionally be grouped in the Cisco Business Dashboard for centralized monitoring, but they do not form a data-plane stack. The Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series is the line that adds Front Panel Stacking.
What is the difference between the C1200-8P-E-2G and the C1200-8FP-2G?
Both are 8-port PoE+ Layer 2+ switches with two 1G copper/SFP combo uplinks, and they differ in PoE budget and power supply. The C1200-8P-E-2G provides a 67 W PoE budget from an external power adapter in a fanless design. The C1200-8FP-2G is the Full PoE+ model with a larger 120 W shared budget from an internal power supply, supporting denser deployments of high-draw powered devices such as pan-tilt-zoom cameras or dual-radio access points.
Does the Cisco Catalyst 1200 replace the Cisco Business CBS250?
Yes. The Catalyst 1200 is Cisco's recommended successor to the end-of-sale Cisco Business CBS250 Series, so migrating to the C1200-8P-E-2G moves you to Cisco's current-generation switching platform while retaining core features such as VLANs, PoE+, ACLs, and Layer 3 static routing.
Is the Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G end of life?
No. Cisco has not published an End-of-Sale or End-of-Life notice for the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series, so the C1200-8P-E-2G remains a current, actively shipping product. If that status changes, Cisco publishes the notice on its official End-of-Life and End-of-Sale pages.
What condition is the C1200-8P-E-2G sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-8P-E-2G is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy.
