Cisco Catalyst IE-3100-8T2C-E Rugged Managed Ethernet Switch

BRAND NEW WITH FULL CISCO WARRANTY!!! The Cisco Catalyst IE-3100-8T2C-E is a ruggedized industrial Ethernet switch engineered for demanding environments where durability, reliability, and uptime are essential. Part of Cisco’s Industrial Ethernet 3100 Series, this model combines 8 copper Gigabit Ethernet ports with 2 combo ports that can operate as either additional copper or as fiber SFP ports. Built to withstand extreme conditions — including temperature, vibration, dust, and shock — it is ideal for industrial automation, transportation, energy, and smart infrastructure networks. Designed for critical infrastructure, the IE-3100-8T2C-E delivers essential Layer 2 managed switching features, secure segmentation, traffic prioritization, and industrial protocol support to keep mission-critical applications connected and performing. Key Features – Cisco Catalyst IE-3100-8T2C-E • Ports:  o 8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet copper ports  o 2 × combo ports (copper or SFP fiber) • Industrial Uplink Flexibility:  o Combo ports allow fiber-optic connection where needed for uplinks or extended reach • Switch Type:  o Industrial Layer 2 managed Ethernet switch • Rugged Design:  o Hardened chassis for temperature extremes, shock, vibration, and dust tolerance  o Suitable for outdoor, industrial, and harsh environments • Management & Security:  o VLAN support for network segmentation  o Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic management  o SNMP for monitoring and alerts  o Web GUI and CLI management interfaces  o Access Control Lists (ACLs), port security • Mounting:  o DIN rail and wall mount ready for flexible installation Technical Specifications • Device Type: Rugged industrial managed Ethernet switch • Port Speed: Up to 1 Gbps per port • Dual-purpose Combo Ports: Operate as either copper or SFP fiber • Switching Mode: Layer 2 • Industrial Features: Protocol support and resilience for industrial networks Physical Specifications • Weight: Approx. 6.5–8.0 lbs (industrial switches are heavier due to rugged metal housing) • Form Factor: Hardened industrial enclosure • Mounting: DIN rail, panel, or wall mount options (Exact dimensions and weight may vary slightly by configuration and packaging.) Ideal For • Industrial automation networks • Transport and smart infrastructure • Outdoor or rugged deployment sites • Energy/utility networks and substations • Manufacturing floor and robotics integration Warranty • Cisco standard manufacturer warranty • Eligible for Cisco industrial network support programs FAQs – Cisco Catalyst IE-3100-8T2C-E Q1: What does “combo port” mean? A1: A combo port can function as either a copper Ethernet port or an SFP fiber port, providing flexibility for different uplink media without additional modules. Q2: Is this switch suitable for outdoor environments? A2: Yes — it is designed as a rugged industrial switch, capable of withstanding temperature extremes, vibration, shock, and dust. Q3: What types of applications is this best for? A3: It is ideal for industrial automation, transportation networks, smart infrastructure, energy sites, and other harsh environments where standard commercial switches are not reliable. Q4: What management features does this switch support? A4: It supports VLAN segmentation, Quality of Service (QoS), access control lists, SNMP monitoring, and can be managed via web GUI or CLI. Q5: Can this switch be DIN-rail mounted? A5: Yes — it supports DIN rail and wall mounting for flexible industrial installation. Q6: Does this switch support fiber uplinks? A6: Yes — the 2 combo ports can operate as fiber SFP ports when fiber connectivity is required.