The Cisco IE-3400-8P2S-E is a rugged, advanced, modular Industrial Ethernet switch from the Catalyst IE3400 Series, purpose-built for harsh environments in manufacturing, energy, transportation, and other demanding industrial sectors. This managed switch delivers high-speed Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+) capabilities in a compact form factor. It is configured with eight 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet ports that support PoE/PoE+, along with two 100/1000Base-X SFP slots for fiber optic uplink connections. This port configuration provides flexibility for connecting various end devices like IP cameras, sensors, and wireless access points while supplying them with power over the same cable. The switch runs on the next-generation Cisco IOS XE operating system, offering a modular design that can be expanded up to 26 ports with an optional expansion module, allowing the platform to scale with your network growth.

This switch features a robust industrial design, including a fanless, convection-cooled chassis hardened for shock, vibration, and a wide operating temperature range from -40 degrees C to +75 degrees C (with appropriate airflow), ensuring reliable performance in extreme conditions. The IE-3400-8P2S-E comes with the Network Essentials software license and supports advanced Layer 2/Layer 3 switching features, including quality of service (QoS), security protocols like 802.1x and TACACS+, and redundancy protocols like Resilient Ethernet Protocol (REP) for high availability. Management is streamlined through tools such as Cisco DNA Center, Industrial Network Director, or the user-friendly WebUI, simplifying deployment and ongoing operations. The total PoE budget for the base unit is 240W, expandable to 480W with an optional power supply/expansion module, making it a powerful and versatile core for industrial IoT deployments.