Cisco Catalyst 9200CX Switch
Best compact switch for secure, high-performance enterprise connectivity in small spaces.
This compact powerhouse brings enterprise-grade intelligence to smaller, space-constrained deployments without sacrificing reliability. While it lacks the massive port density of larger rack-mounted units, it delivers the critical routing and security features needed to keep a modern, high-performance network running smoothly and securely.
$2589.99
Who it's for
- IT managers needing enterprise power in tight, remote spaces
- Network administrators seeking automated security and streamlined operations
- Facility managers powering cameras and access points reliably
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers needing basic, low-cost connectivity
- Small IT teams without specialized Cisco management experience
- Organizations prioritizing multi-vendor flexibility over ecosystem lock-in
Performance breakdown
Switching Capacity
68 Gbps throughput handles demanding enterprise traffic with ease.
PoE Efficiency
240W budget provides ample power for connected cameras and access points.
Management Versatility
IOS XE software offers deep control and seamless enterprise network integration.
Security Depth
Advanced MACsec encryption and ACL support ensure robust, enterprise-grade data protection.
Deployment Flexibility
Compact, fanless design fits perfectly in space-constrained branch office environments.
Routing Intelligence
Full Layer 3 support enables sophisticated traffic management and network segmentation.
Key Specs
Brand
Cisco
Product Line
Cisco Catalyst
Model
9200CX
Edition
Network Advantage
Flash Memory Installed
8 GB
RAM Installed
4 GB
Advanced Switching
Layer 3
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.1ae, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3z
Features
802.1x authentication, Access Control List (ACL) support, Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) 2.0, Class of Service (CoS), Committed Information Rate (CIR), Control plane protection (CoPP), DiffServ Code Point (DSCP) support, Embedded Event Manager (EEM), Energy Efficient Ethernet, Fanless, First Hop Security (FHS), Flexible NetFlow (FNF), MACsec support, Management Information Base (MIB), Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM), PVLAN support, PXE support, Quality of Service (QoS), Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning Tree Plus (PVRST+), Remote Switch Port Analyzer (RSPAN), Shaped Round Robin (SRR), Switched Port Analyzer (SPAN), Zero-touch provisioning (ZTP)
Form Factor
Rack-mountable
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