Cisco WS-C3560CG-8TC-S 8-Port Gigabit Compact Switch 2XDUAL UPLINK IP BASE WSC3560CG8TCS

Description:

The Cisco WS-C3560CG-8TC-S Catalyst 3560-CG 8-Port Compact Switch is used in enterprise and industrial network environments to provide managed Layer 3 switching and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in space-constrained installations. Commonly installed in offices, retail locations, classrooms, manufacturing floors, and distributed network access points where compact switches are required to connect computers, IP phones, wireless access points, and other network devices. Network administrators and IT infrastructure teams use this switch for network expansion, edge connectivity, and replacement of legacy compact switches to maintain reliable and secure local area network operations.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C3560CG-8TC-S compact switch is designed for deployments where space is limited but advanced switching capabilities are required. It is widely used in office workspaces, retail counters, hospitality environments, classrooms, and industrial control areas where multiple devices must be connected to the network within a compact footprint. The switch supports advanced Layer 3 features, network segmentation, and traffic prioritization, enabling organizations to extend enterprise network infrastructure to remote work areas while maintaining centralized network management and stable connectivity.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C3560CG-8TC-S
• Product Type: Managed Compact Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3560-CG
• Total Ports: 8 × Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Port Type: 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
• Uplink Ports: 2 × dual-purpose uplink ports (RJ-45 or SFP)
• Switching Capacity: Up to 20 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 14.9 Mpps
• Network Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
• Operating System: Cisco IOS IP Base
• Management Interfaces: CLI, SNMP, Web-based management
• Mounting Type: Desktop, wall mount, or DIN rail mount options
• Power Supply: External power adapter
• Operating Temperature Range: 0 °C to 40 °C
• Form Factor: Compact switch design for space-constrained installations

Common Replacements:

• Cisco WS-C2960C-8TC-L Compact Switch
• Cisco C1000-8T-2G-L Catalyst 1000 Switch
• Cisco WS-C3560CX-8TC-S Compact Switch