Understanding the Architecture
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch is a managed switch with 8 Ethernet ports and 2 Gigabit uplink ports. Here is a brief overview of its architecture:
- Hardware architecture: The C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch is built with a compact design that is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses. It is a Layer 2 switch, which means it operates at the data link layer of the OSI model. The switch is built with a fanless design, which means it is silent and can be deployed in noise-sensitive environments.
- Management architecture: The C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch can be managed through a variety of methods, including Cisco Network Assistant, Command-Line Interface (CLI), Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), and more. The switch supports Cisco Smart Install, which can simplify the deployment of new switches in your network.
- Software architecture: The C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch runs on Cisco IOS software, which is a reliable and widely used network operating system. The switch supports a range of features, including Quality of Service (QoS), VLANs, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and more.
- Uplink architecture: The C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch has 2 Gigabit uplink ports that can be used to connect to higher-level switches or network devices. The uplink ports support auto-negotiation and auto-MDI/MDIX, which can simplify the deployment of the switch.
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) architecture: The C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch supports PoE and PoE+, which can provide power to connected devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and IP cameras. The switch can provide up to 30 watts per port on the PoE+ ports.
Configuring and Managing
Configuring and managing the Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch can be done through various methods, including the Command-Line Interface (CLI), Cisco Network Assistant, and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). Here are some basic steps to configure and manage the switch:
- Connect to the switch: Connect to the switch using a console cable or SSH. Once connected, enter the default username and password (usually "cisco") to access the switch's configuration mode.
- Configure basic settings: Configure basic settings such as the hostname, domain name, and IP address. Use the "hostname" and "ip address" commands in the CLI to configure these settings.
- Create VLANs: Create VLANs to segment your network. Use the "vlan" command in the CLI to create VLANs, and the "interface" command to assign VLANs to specific switch ports.
- Configure link aggregation: Use the "interface port-channel" command in the CLI to configure link aggregation. This can improve network performance and redundancy.
- Configure Quality of Service (QoS): Use the "class-map" and "policy-map" commands in the CLI to configure QoS settings. This can prioritize network traffic and improve network performance.
- Manage the switch: Use Cisco Network Assistant or SNMP to manage the switch. Cisco Network Assistant provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for managing the switch, while SNMP allows you to monitor and manage the switch remotely.
- Update firmware: Keep the switch's firmware up-to-date to ensure security and performance. Use the "show version" command in the CLI to check the current firmware version, and download firmware updates from the Cisco website.
Network Security Features
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch provides several network security features to help protect your network and data. Here are some of the key security features:
- Port security: The C1000-8P-E-2G-L switch supports port security, which allows you to restrict access to specific switch ports based on the MAC address of connected devices. This can help prevent unauthorized devices from connecting to your network.
- Access control lists (ACLs): The switch supports ACLs, which allow you to control which types of traffic are allowed to pass through the switch. You can use ACLs to block traffic from specific IP addresses, ports, or protocols.
- VLANs: The switch supports VLANs, which can be used to segment your network and control access to specific resources. By grouping devices into separate VLANs, you can restrict access to sensitive data and limit the impact of a security breach.
- Storm control: The switch supports storm control, which can help prevent network storms caused by broadcast, multicast, or unicast traffic. By limiting the amount of traffic allowed on a port, storm control can help prevent network outages and improve network performance.
- Secure Shell (SSH) and Simple Network Management Protocol version 3 (SNMPv3): The switch supports SSH and SNMPv3, which provide secure remote management of the switch. These protocols use encryption to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access to the switch.
- DHCP snooping: The switch supports DHCP snooping, which can help prevent rogue DHCP servers from distributing IP addresses on your network. DHCP snooping verifies the authenticity of DHCP servers and ensures that only authorized servers are used to assign IP addresses.
Key Feature about this Cisco C1000-8P-E-2G-L
- Manufacturer Cisco
- Part Number or SKU# C1000-8P-E-2G-L
- Product Line Catalyst
- Product Series 1000
- Product Model C1000-8P
- Product Type Ethernet Switch
Interfaces/Ports of Cisco 8 Ports Switch
- Total Number of Network Ports 8
- Uplink Port Yes
- Modular Yes
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 8 x Gigabit Ethernet PoE+
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 1 x Ethernet Network
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 2 x Gigabit Ethernet TP/SFP Combo
Performance of Cisco Ethernet Switch
- Media Type Supported Optical Fiber
- Media Type Supported Twisted Pair
- Ethernet Technology Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology 10/100/1000Base-T
- Network Technology 1000Base-X
I/O Expansions of Catalyst Switch
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 2
- Expansion Slot Type SFP (mini-GBIC)
- Shared SFP Slot Yes
- Number of SFP Slots 2
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported 2
Management & Protocols
- Manageable Yes
Power Description
- Power Source Power Supply
Dimension and Weight
- Height 1.7 Inch
- Width 10.6 Inch
- Depth 7.3 Inch
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