Managed Switch Cisco Catalyst 1300-16P-2G 16 Port GE PoE 2x1GE SFP

The Cisco Catalyst 1300-16P-2G is a fully managed switch designed to provide reliable and secure connectivity for small business networks. It features 16 Gigabit Ethernet RJ‑45 ports with Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+) support and two 1GbE SFP slots, offering Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities, an intuitive web dashboard and advanced networking features for flexible deployment.

Advantages

The switch delivers full Layer 2/3 functionality, centralized management via a web-based interface, and PoE+ on multiple ports to power IP phones, wireless access points and cameras. Its support for industry networking standards such as IEEE 802.1Q and IEEE 802.3ad ensures interoperability and link aggregation for increased throughput and redundancy. The compact, white enclosure suits office and rack installations in small to medium-sized networks.

Suitable for

• Small and medium business LANs
• VoIP phone systems and IP telephony
• Wireless access point connectivity with PoE
• Video surveillance cameras requiring PoE power
• Edge switching and aggregation with SFP uplinks

Key specifications

• Switch type: Managed
• Ports: 16 × Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) RJ‑45 with PoE/PoE+
• Uplinks: 2 × 1GbE SFP slots
• Networking standards: IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1ab, 802.1ad, 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.3, 802.3ad, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3z
• Color: White
• MPN: C1300-16P-2G

How to use

Install the switch on a stable surface or in a rack, connect the uplink SFP modules to your network core and attach endpoints to the Gigabit Ethernet ports. Configure basic settings and VLANs using the built-in web dashboard or supported management interfaces, enable PoE where required for IP phones, APs or cameras, and apply security policies such as 802.1x authentication and appropriate ACLs. Verify link aggregation and spanning tree settings when deploying multiple switches.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, place the switch in a ventilated environment with ambient temperature within the manufacturer's specifications, use quality SFP modules compatible with 1GbE, plan PoE power budget according to connected devices, and keep firmware updated to maintain security and feature support.