Cisco Industrial Ethernet 2000U IE-2000U-16TC-GP 16-Port PoE+ DIN-Rail Switch with 2x 1G Combo, LAN Base
- Switch
- Managed
- 16 x 10/100 + 2 x Gigabit combo (RJ-45/SFP)
- DIN Rail Mountable
- PoE+
Overview
The Cisco Industrial Ethernet 2000U Series is a line of compact, fanless, ruggedized DIN-rail access switches for substation, utility, and factory-floor networks, running classic Cisco IOS for familiar management and long-term investment protection. The IE-2000U-16TC-GP is the PoE configuration of the line, an eighteen-port switch with sixteen 10/100 Fast Ethernet copper downlinks, four of which supply PoE and PoE+, plus two Gigabit Ethernet combo uplinks, shipping with the LAN Base image for Layer 2 switching. It is the only IE 2000U model that powers connected devices, and it carries the same IEEE 1588v2 PTP and Parallel Redundancy Protocol as the other high-port models. Its universal wide-range 12-48 VDC input and fanless convection cooling are the line's key resiliency differentiators, with PoE fed from a separate external DC power source. Layer 3 routing is added later as a field-upgradable, perpetual IP Services license rather than a hardware change.
Technical Details
The Cisco Industrial Ethernet 2000U IE-2000U-16TC-GP is a Layer 2 managed hardened DIN-rail switch with sixteen 10/100 Fast Ethernet copper downlink ports, four of which support PoE and PoE+, and two Gigabit Ethernet combo uplink ports, for eighteen ports total, running Cisco IOS with the LAN Base license. Switching capacity is 7.6 Gbps and the forwarding rate is 5.66 Mpps. It delivers IEEE 802.3af PoE and 802.3at PoE+ on up to four PoE or PoE+ ports from a separate external DC power source rather than a fixed internal budget. It supports IEEE 1588v2 Precision Time Protocol and Parallel Redundancy Protocol for zero-loss IEC 62439-3 redundancy, and it accepts a redundant universal wide-range 12-48 VDC power input. It operates from -40°C to +70°C in a vented enclosure. It powers and connects industrial and OT devices such as ruggedized IP cameras, industrial wireless access points, PLCs, and HMIs on the factory floor and in substations.
Best For
The IE-2000U-16TC-GP suits substation, utility, and factory-floor deployments that must both connect and power OT devices such as ruggedized IP cameras, industrial wireless access points, and IP phones, alongside unpowered devices such as PLCs and HMIs. It delivers up to four PoE or PoE+ ports from a separate external DC power source, such as a 170 W industrial power supply, so the number of powered devices depends on that supply and each device's draw. Its IEEE 1588v2 PTP and Parallel Redundancy Protocol fit IEC 61850 and PRP designs, and its redundant 12-48 VDC input and -40°C to +70°C operating range fit unconditioned enclosures.
Not suitable if:
- you do not need Power over Ethernet, since the data-only IE-2000U-16TC-G offers the same class of ports without PoE
- you need Layer 3 routing out of the box, since routing requires the optional IP Services upgrade license
- you need Gigabit PoE access ports, since the four PoE-capable downlinks are 10/100 Fast Ethernet
- you need a conformal-coated switch for corrosive or high-humidity atmospheres
IE-2000U-16TC-GP Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | LAN Base |
| License Detail / MTBF | LAN Base; MTBF 535,190 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| PoE Budget | Not published |
| Port Speed | Fast Ethernet |
| Uplink Configuration | 2x 1G RJ45 |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | No |
| Switching Capacity | 7.6 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 5.66 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 8000 |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 256 MB |
| Flash | 1 GB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | Dual DC input, 12-48 VDC nominal (9.6-60 VDC max) |
| Redundant PSU | Yes (dual DC input) |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 5.1 x 5.0 x 5.26 in (130 x 127 x 134 mm) |
| Weight | 4.35 lb (1.97 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C (vented enclosure); -40°C to +60°C (sealed enclosure); -34°C to +75°C (fan/blower-equipped enclosure) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS |
Part Number Decode
- IE-2000U — IE-2000U is the platform prefix, identifying the Cisco Industrial Ethernet 2000U Series of managed, IOS-based, universal-DC-powered DIN-rail switches.
- 16 — 16 is the downlink count, indicating sixteen Fast Ethernet copper access ports.
- TC — TC is the port-layout code, indicating 10/100 copper Fast Ethernet downlinks with combo Gigabit uplinks.
- G — G indicates that the two combo uplink ports are Gigabit Ethernet.
- P — P indicates the PoE-capable variant, with PoE/PoE+ support on four of the sixteen Fast Ethernet downlink ports.
Add-ons
| Image | Part Number | Product Title | Price | Add to cart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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GLC-FE-100FX | Cisco GLC-FE-100FX Transceiver Module | $182.00 | |
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GLC-FE-T-I | Cisco GLC-FE-T-I Transceiver Module | $298.00 | View |
FAQ
Does the Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP support PoE?
Yes. The Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP is the PoE model of the IE 2000U line. Four of its sixteen 10/100 Fast Ethernet copper downlink ports support IEEE 802.3af PoE and 802.3at PoE+, so it provides up to four PoE or PoE+ ports. PoE power comes from a separate external DC power source rather than an internal budget: a 170 W industrial power supply, such as PWR-IE170W-PC-AC or PWR-IE170W-PC-DC, feeds both the base system and the PoE power input, so the number of powered devices depends on the chosen supply and each device's draw. It can power devices such as ruggedized IP cameras, industrial wireless access points, and IP phones.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the IE-2000U-16TC-GP use?
The Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP has two Gigabit Ethernet combo uplink ports; each can be used as a 10/100/1000 copper RJ45 port or with a 1000BASE Gigabit SFP transceiver, but not both at once. Its sixteen Fast Ethernet downlink ports are fixed copper, four of them PoE and PoE+ capable. Use Cisco industrial-temperature Gigabit SFPs, such as the GLC rugged (RGD) series, in the combo SFP slots. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the manufacturer's transceiver compatibility matrix at tmgmatrix.cisco.com. Transceivers are sold separately.
Can the IE-2000U-16TC-GP be stacked?
No. The Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP does not support switch stacking. High availability on the IE 2000U comes from ring and hub-and-spoke resiliency protocols rather than stacking: it supports Resilient Ethernet Protocol (REP) and FlexLink for fast reconvergence, plus Parallel Redundancy Protocol for zero-loss IEC 62439-3 redundancy. Redundant wide-range DC power inputs add hardware resiliency. It cannot be combined into a single logical stack with other IE 2000U switches or any other Cisco series.
What is the difference between the IE-2000U-16TC-GP and the IE-2000U-16TC-G?
The IE-2000U-16TC-GP and IE-2000U-16TC-G are both LAN Base IE 2000U switches with IEEE 1588v2 PTP and Parallel Redundancy Protocol. The key difference is Power over Ethernet: the 16TC-GP provides IEEE 802.3af PoE and 802.3at PoE+ on four of its sixteen Fast Ethernet copper downlinks, an eighteen-port model with two Gigabit combo uplinks, while the 16TC-G is data-only and adds two Fast Ethernet combo uplinks for a twenty-port count. Choose the 16TC-GP to power cameras, wireless access points, or phones, and the 16TC-G for data-only fiber-uplink deployments.
What license does the IE-2000U-16TC-GP ship with, and how do I add Layer 3 routing?
The Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP ships with the LAN Base Cisco IOS image, which provides Layer 2 switching, security such as 802.1x, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, IP source guard and port security, QoS, and resiliency features such as REP, FlexLink, xSTP, and Parallel Redundancy Protocol. It has no IPv4 or IPv6 routing at LAN Base. Layer 3 routing is added with the field-upgradable IP Services license (PID SIEUISK9T-15002EK=), which enables static and inter-VLAN routing, RIP v1/2, EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, BGPv4, HSRP, policy-based routing, Multi-VRF CE (VRF-lite), PIM sparse and dense mode multicast, and IPv6 routing.
Does the IE-2000U-16TC-GP require a subscription to operate?
No. The Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP does not require any term subscription; it runs on its perpetual LAN Base Cisco IOS image indefinitely. Layer 3 routing is unlocked by an optional one-time IP Services software upgrade license (PID SIEUISK9T-15002EK=), which is a perpetual, field-upgradable license rather than a recurring subscription. There is no cloud entitlement or subscription term that can expire and disable base switching or PoE. Once IP Services is installed, its routing features remain enabled permanently.
What are the operating temperature and environmental ratings of the IE-2000U-16TC-GP?
The Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP is a hardened, fanless switch for industrial and utility environments. Its operating temperature range is -40°C to +70°C in a vented enclosure, -40°C to +60°C in a sealed enclosure, and -34°C to +75°C in a fan- or blower-equipped enclosure. It mounts on a DIN rail, is rated IP30 for ingress protection, and is convection cooled with no fans or moving parts. It accepts a redundant wide-range 12-48 VDC power input (9.6-60 VDC maximum), draws PoE power from an external DIN-rail supply, and provides dual alarm inputs and a relay output. It also meets IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613 substation standards.
Is the Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP end of life?
Yes. Cisco has announced end-of-sale for the Cisco Industrial Ethernet 2000U Series. The last day to order the IE-2000U-16TC-GP through Cisco was July 26, 2024, and Cisco's last date of support is July 31, 2029. Cisco positions the Catalyst IE3300 and the broader Catalyst IE3x00 rugged series as the migration path for IE 2000U deployments. Units remain fully supportable until the end-of-support date, and Network Devices Inc. continues to supply new, factory-sealed IE-2000U-16TC-GP switches while inventory is available.
What condition is the IE-2000U-16TC-GP sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco IE-2000U-16TC-GP is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy. Each unit includes the required industrial-grade SD flash card as shipped by Cisco.
