Description
Cisco Business CBS220-24P-4G Ethernet Switch
Designed for small to mid-sized businesses, the Cisco Business CBS220-24P-4G Ethernet Switch combines simplicity, security, and affordability in a single, scalable edge solution. This cloud-managed PoE+ switch is purpose-built to support modern workspaces that rely on IP phones, cameras, wireless access points, and cloud applications. With 24 PoE+ ports, four Gigabit uplinks, and a robust set of management and security features, it delivers reliable performance for everyday business operations while offering room to grow as your needs evolve. Whether your priority is seamless provisioning, centralized policy enforcement, or nimble network expansion, the CBS220-24P-4G makes it easy to deploy, monitor, and protect your network from the edge to the core. The compact design, combined with Cisco’s trusted reliability, helps you maximize uptime, reduce IT overhead, and deliver a consistently strong experience for employees and customers alike.
- Power over Ethernet on all 24 ports enables you to deploy IP phones, cameras, wireless APs, and other PoE devices without extra power outlets or adapters. This simplifies installation, reduces clutter, and enables centralized power management. With PoE+, devices receive the bandwidth and power they need while the switch negotiates power delivery automatically, helping preserve energy when devices are idle. The CBS220-24P-4G supports dynamic power budgeting and per-port controls, so you can balance performance and efficiency across your network.
- Four Gigabit uplinks provide flexible connectivity to your core network, firewall, or cloud gateway. These uplink ports support high-speed fiber connections that help maintain low latency and strong throughput as your business scales. The 4x copper/SFP uplinks offer versatility for mixed environments, allowing you to connect to existing copper networks or fiber backbones without replacing other equipment. This capability ensures you can extend your network reliably to workstations, servers, NAS devices, and WAN access points.
- Cloud-managed efficiency with Cisco Business Dashboard plus local management options gives you a straightforward path to policy-driven networks. The CBS220-24P-4G is designed for quick setup, centralized monitoring, and proactive alerts, so IT teams can manage multiple switches from a single console. You can deploy SSIDs, VLANs, QoS profiles, and access control policies with a few clicks, then scale those policies across sites as needed. The cloud-native management helps reduce on-site IT complexity while preserving the ability to fine-tune security and performance at the edge.
- Comprehensive security and traffic control protect your network from common threats and misuse. The switch supports features such as access control lists (ACLs), private VLANs, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, 802.1X port authentication, and robust VLAN segmentation. These capabilities help isolate sensitive devices, prevent ARP spoofing, and ensure that devices—whether wired on the floor or wall-mounted—only access resources they’re authorized to reach. Strong security is paired with dependable performance to keep voice, video, and data traffic clean and prioritized appropriately.
- Smart features for enterprise-style performance without the complexity. The CBS220-24P-4G delivers advanced QoS to prioritize critical traffic like VoIP and video conferencing, robust VLAN support for easy segmentation of guest networks from corporate data, and link aggregation for increased throughput on bonded connections. Energy-efficient design, including features that minimize power consumption during low-usage periods, helps reduce operating costs. With scalable performance and flexible management, this switch supports growing networks and evolving business workflows while maintaining straightforward day-to-day operation.
Technical Details of Cisco CBS220-24P-4G
- Model: Cisco Business CBS220-24P-4G Ethernet Switch
- Ports: 24 PoE+ Ethernet ports, 4 x 1-Gigabit SFP uplink ports
- Power over Ethernet: PoE+ on all 24 ports to power IP phones, cameras, APs, and other PoE devices
- Management: Local web UI with Cisco Business Dashboard cloud management for centralized control and monitoring
- Security: 802.1X port-based access control, ACLs, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, private VLANs, and VLAN segmentation
- Quality of Service: Layer 2 QoS with traffic prioritization for voice, video, and data
- Standards: IEEE 802.3af/at PoE standards compliance, IPv4/IPv6, and compatible with existing Cisco SMB networking features
- Uplink flexibility: Four 1-Gigabit uplinks with copper/SFP options for flexible deployment
- Deployment: Desktop-friendly form factor with rack-mounting capability and mounting hardware included
- Power and efficiency: Energy-aware features to optimize power consumption without sacrificing performance
how to install Cisco Business CBS220-24P-4G
Installing the Cisco CBS220-24P-4G is designed to be a straightforward process suitable for small IT teams or office staff taking on network upgrades. Start by planning the physical placement to ensure proper ventilation and access to power and network cables. Position the switch on a stable desk or rack-mount it using the included hardware for clean, organized cabling. Connect the four uplink ports to your router, firewall, or core network switch using appropriate copper or fiber cables, depending on your environment. Next, attach PoE devices—such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras—to any of the 24 PoE+ ports, and verify that the devices negotiate power correctly. Power up the device and access the management interface via a web browser. From there, you can configure basic settings, create VLANs to separate guest traffic from corporate data, and establish QoS policies to ensure voice and video streams receive priority. If you prefer cloud management, enroll the switch in Cisco Business Dashboard, then apply consistent policies across your fleet of switches. Finally, test connectivity, verify PoE budgets where applicable, and monitor performance through the dashboard to ensure everything runs smoothly. Regular firmware updates should be applied to keep security features current and to benefit from the latest enhancements.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: Is the CBS220-24P-4G cloud-managed? A: Yes. It supports Cisco Business Dashboard for cloud-based management, while also offering a local web UI for on-site configuration and monitoring.
- Q: How many PoE ports does it have, and what devices can it power? A: It has 24 PoE+ ports suitable for powering IP phones, security cameras, wireless access points, and other PoE-enabled devices typically used in small business environments.
- Q: What uplink options are available? A: The switch provides four 1-Gigabit uplink ports (SFP options available) to connect to a router, firewall, or core network, offering flexible deployment.
- Q: Can I segment traffic with VLANs and prioritize critical services? A: Yes. The CBS220-24P-4G includes VLAN support and QoS features to segment traffic and prioritize voice, video, and business-critical applications.
- Q: Is this switch suitable for a growing small business network? A: Absolutely. Its PoE capabilities, cloud management, and scalable features make it an excellent choice for expanding offices, multi-site deployments, and evolving security needs.
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