Product Type | Managed Embedded Services Switch |
Model | Cisco ESS-3300-CON-A |
Processor | ARM Cortex-A53 1.2 GHz |
Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
Flash Memory | 4 GB onboard flash |
Power Consumption | 24 Watts |
MTBF | 1,065,092 hours |
Cooling | Conduction-cooled with included cooling plate |
Included Software | Cisco Network Advantage |
Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
Cisco ESS-3300-CON-A Embedded Services Switch 3000, Net Adv



Key Benefits

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- High port density and Gigabit/10 Gigabit support enable flexible deployment in bandwidth-intensive environments
- Built-in advanced security protocols including SSH, RADIUS, and TACACS+ ensure secure remote access and system integrity
- Proven reliability with over 1 million hours MTBF and extended temperature operation makes it ideal for embedded or rugged applications
Product Overview
The Cisco ESS-3300-CON-A Embedded Services Switch 3000 is a fully managed, ruggedized switch offering 2 x 10G SFP+ and 16 x 1G ports designed for embedded and industrial use. With 4 GB DRAM, 4 GB onboard flash, and an A53 1.2 GHz processor, it supports advanced Layer 2/3 features. The unit handles harsh environmental conditions with operational temperatures from -40 °F to 185 °F and low 24-watt power draw. Key network functionalities include VLANs, ACLs, QoS, DHCP, PVST+, and SNMPv3. It ships with Cisco Network Advantage and delivers an MTBF of over 1 million hours with a 5-year warranty, making it a robust and scalable solution for secure, high-reliability networking.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Form Factor | Ruggedized Embedded Switch |
Minimum Operating Temperature | -40 °F (-40 °C) |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 185 °F (85 °C) |
Minimum Storage Temperature | -40 °F (-40 °C) |
Maximum Storage Temperature | 185 °F (85 °C) |
Humidity | |
Mounting Options | Embedded |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | SNMP, SNMPv3, HTTPS |
Software License Included | Cisco Network Advantage |
Layer 2/3 Features
Supported VLANs | 256 VLANs |
IGMP Groups | 1000 |
Access Control Lists | 3000 ACL entries |
Layer 2 Features | RSTP, MSTP, PVST+, EtherChannel, LLDP, SmartPort, Voice VLAN, SPAN, VTP v.2/v.3 |
Layer 3 Features | IGMPv2, IGMPv3, static routing |
QoS Support | Yes |
Time Synchronization | NTP |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 18 |
10/100/1000 Ports | 16 x 10/100/1000Base-T |
10G SFP+ Ports | 2 x SFP+ |
Console Ports | 1 x RS-232 serial console |
MAC Address Table Size | 8000 entries |
Switching Capacity | |
Forwarding Capacity |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Compliance Standards | FCC, UL 60950-1, CISPR 22, CISPR 24, EN55022, EN55024, ICES-003, EN 61000-series standards, CISPR 32, EN 55032, EN 55035, CISPR 35 |
Network Standards | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3z, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.3ab, 802.1p, 802.3x, 802.3ad (LACP), 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.1s, 802.3ah, 802.1ab (LLDP) |
Advanced Security Features
Authentication Methods | SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
Security Features | DHCP snooping, Port Security, IGMP filtering, ARP inspection, BPDU Guard |
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support |