Product Type | Managed Layer 2/3 Gigabit Ethernet Switch |
Series | Cisco Catalyst 9200CX Series |
Model | C9200CX-8P-2XGH-A |
Form Factor | Compact, fanless desktop or wall-mountable |
PoE Budget | 240W |
Power Input Type | High Voltage DC (HVDC) |
Power Supply | External Power Adapter (HVDC) |
Flash Memory | 8 GB |
RAM | 4 GB DRAM |
Switching Capacity | 56 Gbps |
Forwarding Rate | 83.33 Mpps |
MAC Address Table Size | 32,000 entries |
Cisco Catalyst 9000 Compact 8-Port PoE+ Switch, C9200CX-8P-2XGH-A


Key Benefits

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- Enterprise-class performance in a compact, energy-efficient form factor with advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities
- Integrated PoE+ support with 240W power budget streamlines deployment of powered devices like VoIP phones and cameras
- Backed by Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty and TAA compliance for secure, long-term investment
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8P-2XGH-A is a compact and powerful network switch engineered to bring robust enterprise connectivity to edge environments. Featuring 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports delivering 240W, it is designed to power IP phones, access points, and IoT devices with ease. It includes two 1G copper and two 10G SFP+ fixed uplinks for versatile high-speed connectivity, enabling optimized performance in branch or SMB settings where footprint and energy efficiency matter.
Offering IEEE 802.3bt compliance, this Layer 2/3 switch supports advanced networking protocols such as RIPv1, RIPv2, and OSPFv3. It incorporates 4GB of RAM and 8GB of flash memory to ensure responsive software and feature operations. Standards like IEEE 802.1s, 802.1w, and 802.1x are supported for spanning tree and secure network access, reinforcing the switch's readiness for secure deployments. A generous layer 2/3 switching capacity and MAC table size of up to 32,000 entries ensure scalability and responsive traffic management.
The switch is backed by Cisco’s Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty and is fully TAA compliant, making it a reliable choice for government, educational, and commercial applications. Its hardware-optimized design, PoE capabilities, and HVDC power input combine to minimize infrastructure costs while maximizing network uptime and manageability.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 10.6 x 10.6 in (43.9 x 269 x 269 mm) |
Weight | 5.42 lb (2.46 kg) |
Operating Temperature | -5°C to 50°C (23°F to 122°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
MTBF | 1,200,000 hours |
Cooling | Fanless |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco IOS XE with Web UI, CLI, SNMP, NetFlow |
Cloud Support | Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Meraki monitoring through integration |
Licensing Model | Cisco Smart Licensing |
Default License SKU | Network Advantage |
Included Software Features | Cisco DNA Essentials or Cisco DNA Advantage (dependent on license) |
Interfaces
Downlink Ports | 8 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ |
Uplink Ports | 2 x 1G Copper + 2 x 10G SFP+ |
PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af/at (PoE+) |
Total Ports | 12 |
Console Ports | 1 x USB Type-C and 1 x RJ45 console port |
USB Ports | 1 x USB 3.0 Type-A |
Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z, 802.3ae, 802.3x, 802.3az |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
Regulatory Compliance | UL/CSA 60950-1, EN 60825-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS |
Certifications | RoHS, CE Mark, FCC Class A, VCCI, BSMI |
Advanced Security Features
802.1X Authentication | Yes (with support for MAB and WebAuth) |
Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI) | Yes |
IP Source Guard | Yes |
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Yes |
DHCP Snooping | Yes |
TrustSec Support | Yes |
MACsec Encryption | Yes (on uplink ports) |
Secure Boot | Yes |
Control Plane Protection (CoPP) | Yes |