Description
Ethernet Port Configuration and Capabilities
The ESS-2020-24TC-CON is a Cisco Ethernet switch that comes with 10 ports. It is designed for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as branch offices. This switch provides advanced capabilities, such as VLAN support, Quality of Service (QoS), and port mirroring.
The Ethernet ports on this switch can be configured in various ways to suit different network requirements. The switch supports auto-negotiation, which means that it can automatically determine the optimal speed and duplex mode for each connected device. Additionally, the ports can be manually configured to support specific speed and duplex settings.
The switch also supports Virtual LAN (VLAN) tagging, which enables network administrators to segment their network into smaller logical networks. VLANs can be used to isolate traffic between different departments or user groups, to improve network security and performance.
Quality of Service (QoS) is another advanced capability provided by this switch. It allows network administrators to prioritize traffic based on their application or importance. For example, critical network traffic such as VoIP or video conferencing can be given higher priority than less important traffic such as email.
Port mirroring is another useful feature provided by this switch. It allows network administrators to monitor traffic on a specific port by copying all traffic to another designated port. This is useful for troubleshooting network issues and analyzing network traffic.
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support
The ESS-2020-24TC-CON Cisco 10 Ports Ethernet Switch supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology, which allows electrical power and data to be transmitted over a single Ethernet cable. This means that the switch can power devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones without requiring a separate power source for each device.
PoE is a convenient solution for situations where it may be difficult or impractical to provide power to devices, such as in remote locations or areas with limited electrical outlets. The ESS-2020-24TC-CON switch can deliver up to 15.4 watts of power per port, which is sufficient for most PoE-enabled devices.
The PoE feature of the ESS-2020-24TC-CON switch also supports the IEEE 802.3af standard, which ensures compatibility with a wide range of PoE devices. Additionally, the switch can automatically detect whether a connected device is PoE-enabled and adjust the power output accordingly.
Port Security and Access Control
Port security and access control are crucial features for any network switch, including the ESS-2020-24TC-CON Cisco 10 Ports Ethernet Switch. These features help ensure that only authorized devices and users can access the network, and that security risks are minimized.
Port security refers to the ability to control access to individual switch ports. This can be achieved by setting up specific port security policies that define which devices or users are allowed to connect to each port. For example, a port security policy might specify that only devices with specific MAC addresses are allowed to connect to a particular port.
Access control, on the other hand, refers to the ability to control access to the entire network. This can be achieved by setting up access control lists (ACLs) that define which devices or users are allowed to access the network resources. For example, an ACL might specify that only certain IP addresses are allowed to access the network.
In the case of the ESS-2020-24TC-CON Cisco switch, these features are supported by a variety of security protocols and mechanisms, including IEEE 802.1X port-based authentication, MAC address filtering, and VLAN access control lists (VACLs). These mechanisms can be used to enforce strict access control policies and ensure that only authorized devices and users can access the network.
General Information:
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number ESS-2020-24TC-CON
- Brand Name Cisco
- Product Series 2020
- Product Model 2020 24TC
- Product Name Embedded Service 2020 24TC CON Switch
- Product Type Ethernet Switch
Interfaces/Ports
- Total Number of Network Ports 10
- Uplink Port Yes
- Modular Yes
- Stack Port No
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 2 x Gigabit Ethernet Network
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 2 x Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 8 x Fast Ethernet Network
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported Optical Fiber
- Media Type Supported Twisted Pair
- Ethernet Technology Fast Ethernet
- Ethernet Technology Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology 10/100Base-TX
- Network Technology 1000Base-X
- Network Technology 10/100/1000Base-TX
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 2
- Expansion Slot Type SFP
- Shared SFP Slot Yes
- Number of SFP Slots 2
- Network & Communication
- Layer Supported 3
Management & Protocols
- Manageable Yes
- Power Description
- Power Source AC Adapter
- Redundant Power Supply Supported No
