Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A 12-Port Compact Data Switch, 2x10G SFP+, Network Advantage
The Cisco C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A is a 12-port data-only Layer 3 managed switch with 2x10G SFP+ and 3x1G uplinks. It is fanless and non-stacking, and ships with Network Advantage.
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series extends Cisco's Catalyst 9000 intent-based networking to entry campus and branch access, built on the UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC so the hardware carries investment protection as the network grows. The C9200CX is the compact, fanless member of the series, sized for spaces where a full 1U switch does not fit and quiet operation matters. The C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A is the 12-port data-only configuration at the Network Advantage tier, which is what separates it from the otherwise-identical Network Essentials C9200CX-12T-2X2G-E. Network Advantage adds advanced campus routing and policy-based segmentation, and on the C9200CX it uniquely includes BGP, which no other Catalyst 9200 platform offers. The internal fixed power supply and fanless enclosure keep it silent and simple in occupied spaces.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A is a Layer 3 managed compact fanless access switch with 12 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) data ports, two 10G SFP+ uplinks, and two 1G copper uplinks, running Cisco IOS XE with the perpetual Network Advantage license. Switching capacity is 70 Gbps and forwarding rate is 52.08 Mpps. It carries no Power over Ethernet on the access ports, so all 12 are data-only, though the switch itself can be powered over one of its copper ports from an upstream 802.3bt Class 6 source or an optional adapter. Its fanless design suits deployments outside a wiring closet, such as workspaces, classrooms, and retail counters.
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Best For
The C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A suits small or space-constrained sites such as workspaces, classrooms, retail counters, and branch corners that connect non-powered endpoints such as desktops, printers, and wired IoT devices and need quiet, fanless operation outside a wiring closet. It can draw its own power over an upstream 802.3bt Class 6 link, which simplifies placement where no outlet is handy. The two 10G SFP+ uplinks give it a fast path back to the distribution layer, and the Network Advantage license fits sites running advanced campus routing, BGP, or SGT-based segmentation.
Not suitable if:
- you need to power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, or IP cameras, since the access ports are data-only; the C9200CX-12P-2X2G-A provides PoE+ output
- you need to stack switches, since the C9200CX compact models do not support stacking
- you need more than twelve access ports, since this is a 12-port compact switch
- you only need basic Layer 2 switching, since the base Network Essentials tier would be sufficient
C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A-NEW Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | Network Advantage |
| License Detail / MTBF | Network Advantage; MTBF 960,180 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 2x 1G copper + 2x 10G SFP+ (fixed) |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | No |
| Switching Capacity | 70 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 52.08 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 32,000 entries |
| IPv4 Routes | 14,000 (10,000 direct, 4,000 indirect) |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 4 GB |
| ASIC | UADP 2.0 Mini |
| Flash | 8 GB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | 802.3bt PoE-in (PD); optional 80 W AC/DC adapter |
| Redundant PSU | No |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 10.6 x 6.5 in (4.4 x 26.9 x 16.5 cm) |
| Weight | 4.0 lbs (1.81 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 23 to 113 °F (-5 to 45 °C), up to 5000 ft (1500 m) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Software | |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, RIP, static routing, PBR, HSRP, VRRP, MSDP, BGP |
Part Number Decode
- C9200CX — C9200CX is the platform prefix, identifying the compact, fanless Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series.
- 12 — 12 is the port count, indicating 12 access ports.
- T — T is the port-type marker, indicating data-only Gigabit access ports with no Power over Ethernet output.
- 2X2G — 2X2G is the uplink code, indicating two 10G SFP+ uplinks plus two 1G copper uplinks.
- A — A is the license suffix for the perpetual Network Advantage tier.
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A support PoE?
The C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A does not deliver PoE to connected devices; all 12 Gigabit Ethernet access ports are data-only, so it cannot power wireless access points, IP phones, or IP cameras. The switch itself can, however, be powered over one of its copper ports from an upstream 802.3bt Class 6 source or an optional adapter. If you need PoE+ output to endpoints, the C9200CX-12P-2X2G-A is the equivalent PoE+ model with a 240 W PoE budget.
What uplinks and transceivers does the C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A use?
The C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A has two fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports and two fixed 1G copper (RJ-45) uplink ports. The SFP+ slots accept 1G SFP and 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 C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A be stacked?
No. The compact Cisco Catalyst C9200CX models do not support stacking. Each C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A operates as a standalone switch, managed individually or through Cisco Catalyst Center. If you need StackWise stacking, the fixed-uplink C9200L or the modular C9200 support it.
What is the difference between the C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A and the C9200CX-12P-2X2G-A?
Both are compact fanless 12-port switches with two 10G SFP+ and two 1G copper uplinks and the Network Advantage license, and they differ in PoE. The 12T-2X2G-A has data-only access ports and does not power connected devices, though it can be powered itself over an upstream 802.3bt link. The 12P-2X2G-A delivers PoE+ at up to 30 W per port from a 240 W budget. Choose the 12T for data-only endpoints and the 12P to power access points, phones, or cameras.
What is the difference between the C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A and the C9200CX-12T-2X2G-E?
The two switches are identical hardware and differ only in license tier. The -E model ships with perpetual Network Essentials, which covers Layer 2 plus basic routed access such as static routing, RIP, EIGRP stub, OSPF for up to 1,000 routes, PBR, PIM stub multicast, and VRRP. The -A model ships with perpetual Network Advantage, which adds full OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, HSRP, VRF, VXLAN, LISP, SGT segmentation, and BGP. The C9200CX is the only Catalyst 9200 platform whose Advantage tier includes BGP.
Does the C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A require a subscription to operate?
No. The switch runs on its included perpetual base license indefinitely. Under Cisco's ordering model, new switch orders include a term-based Cisco DNA or Cisco Catalyst software subscription of the same tier as the network license; that subscription unlocks Cisco Catalyst Center and cloud-managed features. When the subscription term ends, the switch continues operating on the perpetual base license capabilities after a reload.
Is the C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A still current, and where is its lifecycle status published?
Network Devices Inc. sells the C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A as current, new, factory-sealed stock. Cisco publishes End-of-Sale and End-of-Life status for every Catalyst 9200 Series part number on its official End-of-Life and End-of-Sale Notices page for the series, which is the authoritative source for a specific SKU. Buyers standardizing on a platform for a multi-year refresh should confirm the current status there before ordering.
What condition is the C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A sold in, and what warranty applies?
The C9200CX-12T-2X2G-A is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy.
