Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G is a compact, high-performance smart switch designed for small businesses and branch offices. It delivers 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet (PoE) and 2 Gigabit SFP uplinks, ensuring reliable connectivity for devices such as IP phones, access points, and cameras. Additionally, it provides easy network management while offering the security and efficiency that growing networks require.
Product Features
First, this switch offers 8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ ports, providing up to 124W PoE power budget, which supports multiple devices without the need for additional power adapters.
Second, it includes 2 × 1G SFP uplinks, which allow for fast and flexible backbone connections, enhancing network performance and reliability.
Third, the Catalyst 1200 series integrates essential Layer 2 features such as VLANs, QoS, port security, and IGMP snooping, ensuring efficient traffic management and network segmentation.
Moreover, it supports Cisco Business Dashboard, enabling simplified setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting for administrators, which makes network management faster and more intuitive.
Finally, it delivers secure access control and traffic protection through features like DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, and 802.1X authentication, providing peace of mind for small office networks.
Why Choose This Product
You should choose the Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G because it combines small form factor design with enterprise-grade reliability, making it ideal for small business networks. Furthermore, it supports PoE+ for multiple devices, eliminating the need for separate power solutions.
Moreover, the smart management features allow administrators to monitor, configure, and troubleshoot easily, which reduces operational complexity and increases productivity.
Additionally, the built-in security features ensure that network access remains controlled and protected, safeguarding sensitive business data.
What’s more, this switch provides flexible connectivity for growing networks, allowing businesses to expand without replacing infrastructure.
Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco Catalyst 1200-8P-E-2G |
| Downlink Ports | 8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ |
| Uplink Ports | 2 × 1G SFP |
| PoE Power Budget | 124 W |
| Switching Capacity | 20 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 14.88 Mpps |
| VLAN Support | Up to 256 VLANs |
| Layer 2 Features | VLANs, QoS, Port Security, IGMP Snooping |
| Management | Cisco Business Dashboard, Web UI, Mobile App |
| Security Features | 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection |
| Form Factor | Desktop / Small Rackmount |
| Fans | Fanless (silent operation) |
| Dimensions | 1.73 × 7.5 × 5.0 in (44 × 190 × 127 mm) |
| Environmental | Standard small office operating range |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |


































Henry Collins –
A well-built and efficient smart switch. The Cisco 1200-8P-E-2G is ideal for keeping a network stable and easy to manage.
Oliver Mason –
The Cisco 1200-8P-E-2G Smart Switch is incredibly reliable and easy to set up. Perfect for small office networks with PoE requirements.
Amelia Walker –
Excellent performance for its size. The Cisco 1200-8P-E-2G delivers smooth connectivity and dependable PoE support for multiple devices.