Cisco Catalyst IE-3300-8T2S Rugged Switch

The Cisco Catalyst IE-3300-8T2S Rugged Switch is engineered to deliver unwavering performance and reliability in the harshest industrial environments. Built for demanding sectors such as manufacturing, energy, transportation, mining, and logistics, this rugged switch combines robust hardware with intelligent networking capabilities to keep critical OT networks running smoothly. With its combination of 8 copper Ethernet ports and 2 SFP uplinks, it provides flexible, scalable connectivity at the edge and in small edge closets, enabling seamless integration into existing Cisco infrastructures and broader industrial networks. - The Cisco Catalyst IE-3300-8T2S offers 8x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports plus 2x SFP uplink ports for flexible, scalable connectivity that supports both copper and fiber in a single compact chassis. - Built for rugged environments, the IE-3300-8T2S is designed to withstand dust, shock, and temperature extremes commonly found on factory floors, in energy plants, and in field deployments. - It delivers deterministic performance with industrial-grade switching capabilities, enabling reliable data delivery, low latency, and stable operation for time-sensitive automation and control applications. - Management and security are core strengths: it supports comprehensive management options and security features that help protect OT networks from threats while simplifying administration for IT and OT teams. - The switch integrates smoothly with the Cisco Industrial Ethernet portfolio, enabling centralized policy, monitoring, and updates across your industrial network and enabling scalable growth over time.

Technical Details of Cisco Catalyst IE-3300-8T2S Rugged Switch

- Ports: 8x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 2x SFP uplink ports for flexible copper and fiber connectivity. - Form factor: Rugged industrial-grade metal enclosure designed to perform in harsh environments typically found on manufacturing floors, energy sites, and outdoor installations. - Management: Supports multiple management methods for flexible deployment, including CLI-based access and secure remote management options to simplify provisioning, monitoring, and troubleshooting. - Performance and reliability: Built to deliver consistent, deterministic switching performance suitable for real-time industrial applications and control networks. - Security and policy: Includes core security and QoS capabilities to enforce network segmentation, prioritize time-critical traffic, and protect OT assets from unauthorized access.

How to install Cisco Catalyst IE-3300-8T2S Rugged Switch

Follow these steps to deploy quickly and confidently in an industrial setting:

• Plan your network topology, selecting a suitable mounting location in a rack, enclosure, or wall-mount installation that allows proper airflow and cable management.
• Mount the switch securely, ensuring the device is oriented for convenient cabling and access to management interfaces.
• Connect the 8 copper ports to your local devices and attach the 2 SFP uplinks to fiber or copper uplinks as needed to reach uplink switches or fiber backbones.
• Power on the device and access the management interface via the designated console or secure remote management method to begin initial configuration.
• Apply essential security, QoS, and VLAN policies, then verify connectivity, redundancy features, and failover behavior to ensure reliable operation in production.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What environments is the IE-3300-8T2S designed for?
  A: It is designed for industrial environments across manufacturing, energy, transportation, mining, and logistics, delivering rugged reliability and stable performance in harsh conditions.
• Q: How many ports does it provide?
  A: It provides 8 copper 10/100/1000 ports and 2 SFP uplink ports, enabling flexible local connectivity and fiber or additional uplink paths.
• Q: How can I manage the switch?
  A: Management options typically include a combination of CLI access, secure remote management, and other standard Cisco management tools to simplify deployment and ongoing monitoring.
• Q: Can it integrate with other Cisco Industrial Ethernet devices?
  A: Yes. As part of the Cisco Industrial Ethernet family, it works with other IE devices to enable centralized policy, monitoring, and scaling across your industrial network.
• Q: Is the IE-3300-8T2S suitable for edge deployments?
  A: Yes, its rugged design, compact form factor, and flexible uplink options make it well-suited for edge deployments and small industrial environments.