Description
Introduction to the Managed Switch
The IE-2000U-16TC-G-X is a 20-port managed industrial Ethernet switch from Cisco’s 2000U series. It features 16 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet ports and 4 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports for fiber connectivity. The switch is designed to operate in harsh industrial environments, with features such as wide temperature tolerance, rugged casing, and resistance to vibration and shock. It provides advanced security features, network management, and troubleshooting capabilities. This switch is well-suited for use in industrial automation, transportation, and other applications requiring reliable Ethernet connectivity.
Maximizing Network Performance
Maximizing the performance of the IE-2000U-16TC-G-X requires careful planning and configuration. Here are several steps you can take to optimize its performance:
- Network Design: Design your network topology to meet your specific requirements for traffic flow, redundancy, and security.
- Quality of Service (QoS): Use QoS to prioritize important traffic and prevent network congestion.
- Link Aggregation: Enable link aggregation to increase bandwidth and provide redundancy for critical connections.
- Firmware updates: Regularly update the switch’s firmware to take advantage of bug fixes and performance improvements.
- Disable unused features: Turn off any features that are not being used to reduce CPU usage and improve performance.
- Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Regularly monitor the switch’s performance and use built-in troubleshooting tools to identify and resolve any issues.
- Configuration Optimization: Optimize the switch’s configuration for your specific network requirements, including speed and duplex settings, flow control, and jumbo frames.
By following these steps, you can help ensure that the IE-2000U-16TC-G-X is providing optimal performance for your industrial automation or transportation network.
Power Options and Redundancy
The IE-2000U-16TC-G-X provides several options for powering the switch and ensuring network redundancy:
- Dual DC Power Inputs: The switch has two DC power inputs that can be used to provide redundant power to the switch in case one power source fails.
- PoE support: The switch supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) on some of its Ethernet ports, which allows you to power devices such as IP phones and wireless access points directly from the switch.
- External Redundant Power Supply: An external redundant power supply (RPS) can be used to provide a secondary power source for the switch in case the primary power source fails.
- Power Management Features: The switch includes power management features such as power-saving modes and scheduled power-on/power-off, which can help reduce power consumption and save energy.
General Information
- Manufacturer Cisco
- Manufacturer Part Number IE-2000U-16TC-G-X
- Product Series IE 2000U
- Product Type Ethernet Switch
Interfaces/Ports
- Stack Port No
- Total Number of Network Ports 20
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports 20
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 18 x Fast Ethernet Network
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 2 x Fast Ethernet Expansion Slot
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 2 x Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 2 x Gigabit Ethernet Uplink
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported Twisted Pair
- Ethernet Technology Fast Ethernet
- Ethernet Technology Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology 10/100Base-TX
- Network Technology 10/100/1000Base-T
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 4
- Expansion Slot Type SFP
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported 2
Management & Protocols
- Manageable Yes
Power Description
- PoE (RJ-45) Port Yes
