Cisco WS-C3560CX-8XPD-S 3560CX IP Base Switch WSC3560CX8XPDS

Description:

The Cisco WS-C3560CX-8XPD-S Catalyst Switch is used in enterprise network switching systems to provide compact Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with integrated Power over Ethernet and advanced Layer 3 capabilities. Commonly installed in office environments, branch networks, retail locations, and distributed enterprise deployments where space-efficient switching and PoE device support are required. Maintenance teams, network administrators, and system integrators use this switch for network expansion, infrastructure upgrades, or replacement of existing compact enterprise switches.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C3560CX-8XPD-S Switch is deployed in enterprise and branch network environments to deliver compact PoE-enabled connectivity for devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, surveillance cameras, and network endpoints. It is commonly used in corporate offices, healthcare facilities, retail stores, and hospitality environments where limited installation space requires compact and reliable switching infrastructure. Network administrators and system integrators implement this switch to support scalable LAN deployments, efficient PoE device connectivity, and centralized network management within enterprise network infrastructures.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C3560CX-8XPD-S
• Brand: Cisco
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series
• Ports: 8 × Multigigabit Ethernet (100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G) PoE+ ports
• Uplink Ports: 2 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af / 802.3at PoE+
• PoE Power Budget: Up to 240 Watts
• Switching Capacity: Up to 240 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 178.6 Mpps
• License: IP Base
• Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
• Cooling: Compact fanless or low-noise design
• Management Interfaces: CLI, SNMP, Web-based management
• Mounting: Desktop, wall-mount, or rack-mount installation
• Deployment Type: Enterprise compact switching environments

Common Replacements:

• Cisco C9200CX-8P-2X2G Catalyst Switch
• Cisco C3560CX-12PD-S Catalyst Switch
• Cisco C1000-8P-2G-L Catalyst Switch