Cisco WS-C3560CX-8PC-S Managed Ethernet Switch

The Cisco WS-C3560CX-8PC-S Catalyst Switch is a compact, managed Layer 3 Ethernet switch designed for enterprise networks that need high-performance switching with integrated PoE in tight spaces. It provides eight Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports (IEEE 802.3af/at) and a total PoE budget up to 124 W, ideal for powering wireless access points, IP phones, and surveillance cameras from a single device. Two Gigabit Ethernet combo uplink ports (RJ-45/SFP) offer flexible connectivity to core or distribution layers, while the switch delivers up to 20 Gbps of switching capacity and up to 14.88 Mpps forwarding rate for responsive data handling. As part of the Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series, it supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, with management via CLI, SNMP, and a Web-based interface for centralized control. Mount this compact switch on a desktop, wall, or rack, making it suitable for offices, retail locations, classrooms, and distributed enterprise environments where space-saving network equipment is required.