Cisco Catalyst C1300-16T-2G - 16-Port Gigabit Managed Layer 3 Network Switch, 2x SFP Uplinks, Fanless - Refresh
Cisco Catalyst C1300-16T-2G 16-Port Gigabit Managed Layer 3 Switch

The Cisco Catalyst C1300-16T-2G is a fanless, managed Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet switch built for small and medium-sized businesses, branch offices, retail locations, and open-plan workspaces. It delivers 16x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports plus 2x Gigabit SFP fiber uplinks, with 36 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity and 26.78 Mpps forwarding rate. Layer 3 features — including static routing, RIPv2, Policy-Based Routing, and up to 4,093 VLANs — make it ideal for segmenting growing networks while keeping deployment simple via the Cisco Business Dashboard, web GUI, CLI, or SNMP.

Cisco Catalyst C1300-16T-2G - Key Features & Benefits

  • 16 Gigabit Ports + 2 SFP Uplinks: 16x 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports for desktops, IP phones, printers, and access points, plus 2x dedicated Gigabit SFP slots for fiber backbone or long-distance uplinks — compatible with Cisco-validated SFP transceivers per the C1300 datasheet (e.g. MGBSX1, MGBLX1, GLC-LH-SMD)
  • Layer 3 Routing — Segment & Route Between VLANs: Wire-speed IPv4 and IPv6 routing, up to 990 static routes, 128 IP interfaces, RIPv2 dynamic routing, and Policy-Based Routing (PBR) — offload internal traffic from your edge router and let the switch route between workgroups
  • 36 Gbps Wire-Speed Performance: 26.78 Mpps forwarding rate and 36 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity with a 1.5 MB shared packet buffer, 16,000 MAC address table, and support for jumbo frames up to 9000 bytes
  • Fanless Silent Operation: Zero-noise fanless design with low 10.9W typical power draw and IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet — ideal for open offices, classrooms, retail counters, and reception areas where noise matters
  • Enterprise Security & Cloud Management: 802.1X authentication, up to 1024 ACL rules, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, and IPv6 First Hop Security; managed via the Cisco Business Dashboard, Cisco Business Mobile App, web GUI, CLI, or SNMPv1/v2c/v3

Cisco Catalyst C1300-16T-2G - Technical Specifications

  • Manufacturer / Model: Cisco Catalyst • C1300-16T-2G
  • Total Ports: 18 (16x Gigabit RJ-45 + 2x Gigabit SFP)
  • Port Speeds: 10/100/1000 Mbps on RJ-45 • 1 Gbps on SFP
  • Switching Capacity: 36 Gbps (wire-speed, non-blocking)
  • Forwarding Rate: 26.78 Mpps (64-byte packets)
  • MAC Address Table: 16,000 entries
  • Packet Buffer: 1.5 MB shared
  • VLANs: Up to 4,093 simultaneous
  • ACL Rules: Up to 1,024
  • Layer 3: IPv4/IPv6 wire-speed routing • 990 static routes • 128 IP interfaces • RIPv2 • PBR
  • CPU / Memory: ARM dual-core 1.4 GHz • 1 GB DDR4 DRAM • 512 MB Flash
  • Console: RJ-45 + USB Type-C
  • Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3ad, 802.3az, 802.1Q, 802.1X, 802.1w, 802.1s
  • Power Input: 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz, internal universal supply
  • Power Consumption: 10.9W (110V) • 38.2 BTU/hr heat dissipation
  • Cooling: Fanless
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 268 x 272 x 44 mm (10.56 x 10.69 x 1.73 in)
  • Weight: 2.18 kg (4.80 lb)
  • Operating Temperature: 23° to 122°F (−5° to 50°C)
  • Mounting: Rack-mountable (1U)
  • Condition: Refresh

Cisco Catalyst C1300-16T-2G - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Does the C1300-16T-2G provide PoE to connected devices?
    No. The "T" suffix indicates data-only ports — this model does not provide Power over Ethernet. If you need to power IP phones, wireless APs, or cameras, choose the C1300-16P-2G (120W PoE+) or C1300-16FP-2G (240W PoE+) variants instead.
  • Is this a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch?
    This is a Layer 3 managed switch. It supports wire-speed IPv4/IPv6 routing, up to 990 static routes, 128 IP interfaces, RIPv2 dynamic routing, and Policy-Based Routing (PBR) — so you can route between VLANs and segments without a separate router. Note that dynamic routing is RIPv2 only (no OSPF, BGP, or EIGRP).
  • How do I manage and configure this switch?
    Multiple options: Cisco Business Dashboard, Cisco Business Mobile App, web-based GUI (HTTP/HTTPS), CLI via console (RJ-45 or USB Type-C), or SNMPv1/v2c/v3. The switch also supports Cisco Network Plug and Play (PnP) for automated provisioning in multi-device rollouts.
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