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The Cisco Catalyst IE-3300-8P2S is a ruggedised industrial Gigabit Ethernet switch engineered to deliver resilient connectivity and Power over Ethernet support in medium-sized enterprise networks with industrial or harsh-environment segments. Part of the Cisco Catalyst IE3300 Rugged Series, this DIN-rail mountable switch combines eight 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ Ethernet ports with two 1 Gbps SFP fibre uplinks and supports modular expansion up to 26 Gigabit ports with compatible Cisco IEM modules. Built on the Cisco IOS XE operating system, the platform delivers managed Layer 2/Layer 3 switching, rich security controls and industrial-grade reliability for automation, transportation, utilities and extended enterprise deployments.
Ideal Environment / Deployment
The Cisco Catalyst IE-3300-8P2S is suited to medium-sized enterprise networks that include industrial, automation or extended outdoor segments requiring robust, managed Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with PoE/PoE+ support. Its combination of copper downlinks and fibre uplinks supports high-bandwidth traffic and powered devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras, sensors and controllers in factory floors, distribution centres, utilities and transportation hubs. The fanless, ruggedised design and broad operating temperature range ensure consistent performance in harsh conditions, while Cisco IOS XE delivers advanced segmenting, security and management capabilities to maintain operational visibility and control across distributed network sites.
Cisco offers a wide portfolio of subscription-based services to simplify management, protect critical infrastructure, and unlock advanced analytics for enterprise and data centre networks. Explore relevant Cisco subscription options below.
What is Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)?
Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) is a network access control (NAC) platform that delivers secure, identity-based access for users and devices across wired, wireless, and VPN connections. It provides centralised policy control and is a foundation for Zero Trust networking.
| ISE Licenses | Features | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
| Essentials | Basic access control, guest services, device visibility. | Ensure every device on your network is identified and authenticated. |
| Advantage | Advanced policy, posture assessment, and integration with threat intelligence. | Improve compliance and security with centralised, automated enforcement. |
| Premier | Includes all Advantage features plus profiling, segmentation, and advanced integrations. | Enable full Zero Trust and protect against lateral movement in hybrid networks. |
Why work with a Cisco partner?
Licensing can be complex. Our team’s consultative approach helps to select the right tier for your needs, successful integration, and effective deployment.
What is Cisco ThousandEyes?
Cisco ThousandEyes is a subscription-based digital experience monitoring platform that provides visibility into every network and application path your users rely on. It integrates directly with Cisco switches for built-in observability.
| ThousandEyes Subscriptions | Features | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
| Enterprise Agents | Continuous visibility from on-prem, data centre, or cloud environments. | Identify bottlenecks and resolve connectivity issues proactively. |
| Endpoint Agents | Monitors end-user devices and SaaS application performance. | Improve employee experience across hybrid work and cloud applications. |
| Internet Insights (Add-on) | Aggregated visibility into global Internet, BGP, and SaaS outages. | Anticipate issues beyond your own network and mitigate before users are impacted. |
Why work with a Cisco partner?
ThousandEyes is most powerful when integrated with your switching and WAN environments. We ensure correct deployment and monitoring that aligns with your business-critical SLAs.
What is Cisco SMARTnet (Smart Net Total Care)?
Cisco SMARTnet is a support and maintenance subscription that ensures critical switching infrastructure is always supported, patched, and covered by hardware replacement SLAs.
| SMARTnet Service Levels | Features | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
| Next Business Day | Replacement hardware shipped by the next business day. | Cost-effective option for less critical infrastructure. |
| 4-Hour Onsite | 24/7 support with 4-hour onsite replacement. | Minimise downtime for mission-critical switches and data centre infrastructure. |
| 2-Hour Onsite | 24/7 support with 2-hour replacement (where available). | Protect core network services with the fastest recovery option. |
Why work with a Cisco partner?
SMARTnet can only be purchased via authorised partners. Our role is to ensure you receive the right coverage, rapid hardware replacement, and lifecycle insights.
What is Cisco DNA Software for Switching?
Cisco DNA Software subscriptions deliver advanced automation, assurance, and security for switching environments. Licenses are purchased per-switch to unlock software-defined capabilities.
| DNA License Tiers | Features | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
| Essentials | Basic automation, software image management, and telemetry. | Simplify device management with centralised updates and monitoring. |
| Advantage | Adds policy-based automation, assurance, and security integrations. | Automate provisioning and reduce manual configuration errors. |
| Premier | Includes Advantage features plus full SD-Access with advanced segmentation. | Enable Zero Trust and simplify policy deployment across the entire fabric. |
Why work with a Cisco partner?
We ensure DNA licenses are aligned to your hardware refresh cycles and future requirements – helping to avoid overspending while unlocking maximum value
Talk to a certified Cisco expert. We’ll help you choose the right combination of hardware, licenses, and services.
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| Our service | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Networking Design & Installation |
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