Description
Efficient and Scalable Networking
Efficient and scalable networking refers to the ability of the SG550XG-8F8T-K9-NA to handle a large volume of data traffic and provide fast and reliable connectivity for multiple devices. The switch is equipped with 16 SFP+ ports, which support high-speed 10 Gbps connections, allowing for faster data transfer and reducing network bottlenecks. Additionally, the switch supports Layer 3 routing protocols such as OSPF and RIPv2, allowing for efficient routing of data packets across the network.
The SG550XG-8F8T-K9-NA also includes Quality of Service (QoS) features, which prioritize different types of network traffic and ensure that critical applications receive the bandwidth they need. This helps to prevent network congestion and improves overall network performance.
The switch also supports VLANs, which allows for segmentation of the network into different virtual networks. This improves network security by isolating different devices and traffic types. Additionally, the switch supports Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), which allows for the creation of link aggregation groups, providing increased bandwidth and redundancy.
The switch is also manageable, and it has a web-based management interface. This allows for easy configuration and monitoring of the switch remotely, and enables administrators to quickly troubleshoot and resolve any issues that may arise.
Power Options and Redundancy
The Cisco Small Business SG550XG-8F8T-K9-NA has several options for power and redundancy. It can be powered by an internal power supply or by an external power supply using the Cisco Power over Ethernet (PoE) module.
The switch also supports several types of power redundancy options to ensure that the network remains operational in the event of a power failure. This includes:
- Redundant Power Supply (RPS) – This allows for the use of a second power supply as a backup in case the primary power supply fails.
- PoE+ – This feature allows the switch to supply power to devices connected to it via Ethernet cables, which can help to reduce the number of power cables needed and increase the flexibility of device placement.
Additionally, the switch supports several types of physical redundancy options to ensure that the network remains operational in the event of a hardware failure. This includes:
- Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) – This allows for the creation of link aggregation groups, providing increased bandwidth and redundancy.
- Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP) – This allows for the use of a secondary router as a backup in case the primary router fails.
Features and Specifications
The SG550XG-8F8T-K9-NA Cisco Small Business SG550XG-8F8T is a 16-port SFP+ manageable Layer 3 Ethernet switch that has several features and specifications:
- Ports: 16 SFP+ ports that support high-speed 10 Gbps connections.
- Layer 3 routing protocols: OSPF and RIPv2 for efficient routing of data packets across the network.
- Quality of Service (QoS): Features that prioritize different types of network traffic and ensure that critical applications receive the bandwidth they need.
- VLANs: Allows for segmentation of the network into different virtual networks, improving network security by isolating different devices and traffic types.
- Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP): Allows for the creation of link aggregation groups, providing increased bandwidth and redundancy.
- Web-based management interface: Allows for easy configuration and monitoring of the switch remotely.
- Redundant Power Supply (RPS) and PoE+: Feature that allows for the use of a second power supply as a backup in case the primary power supply fails and Power over Ethernet (PoE) feature that allows the switch to supply power to devices connected to it via Ethernet cables.
- Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP): Allows for the use of a secondary router as a backup in case the primary router fails.
- Security features: Features such as access control lists (ACLs) and secure shell (SSH) to help protect the network against unauthorized access.
This switch is ideal for small and medium-sized businesses looking to improve network performance and scalability. The advanced features and high-speed connectivity options help to optimize network performance and security, while its manageability allows for easy maintenance and troubleshooting.
Detail Information about this Cisco SG550XG-8F8T-K9-NA
- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Part Number or SKU# SG550XG-8F8T-K9-NA
- Product Line: Small Business
- Product Series: 550XG
- Product Model: SG550XG-8F8T
- Product Type: Ethernet Switch
Interfaces/Ports for 16 Ports Ethernet Switch
- Total Number of Network Ports: 16
- Stack Port: Yes
- Port/Expansion Slot Details: 8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Network
- Port/Expansion Slot Details: 8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
I/O Expansions of L3 Switch
- Number of Total Expansion Slots: 8
- Expansion Slot Type: SFP+
- Number of SFP+ Slots: 8
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported: Optical Fiber
- Media Type Supported: Twisted Pair
- Ethernet Technology: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology: 10GBase-T
- Network Technology: 10GBase-X
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported: 3
Management & Protocols
- Manageable: Yes
Networking
- VLANs supported: 4094 IPv4 routes (static): 8000 IPv6 routes (static): 4000 ACL rules: 2000 QoS hardware queues: 8
- MAC Address Table Size: 64K entries
- Jumbo Frame Support: 9000 bytes
- Max Units In A Stack: 8
- Routing Protocol: RIP, IGMPv2, IGMP, VRRP, IGMPv3, static IPv4 routing, static IPv6 routing, MLDv2, MLD, CIDR
- Remote Management Protocol: SNMP 1, RMON, SNMP 3, SNMP 2c, HTTP, HTTPS, TFTP, SSH, CLI, SCP
- Encryption Algorithm: MD5, SSL
- Authentication Method: Secure Shell (SSH), RADIUS, TACACS+
- Compliant Standards: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3z, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP), IEEE 802.3az
Features
- Flow control, DHCP support, BOOTP support, ARP support, IGMP snooping, Syslog support, DoS attack prevention, DiffServ support, Weighted Round Robin (WRR) queuing, Broadcast Storm Control, Multicast Storm Control, Unicast Storm Control, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) support, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) support, Virtual Route Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) support, Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP) support, DHCP snooping, Access Control List (ACL) support, Quality of Service (QoS), DHCP server, Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI), STP Root Guard, Uni-Directional Link Detection (UDLD), LLDP support, DHCP relay, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), Port Security, IP-MAC binding, DHCP client, Energy Efficient Ethernet, Management Information Base (MIB), Multicast VLAN Registration (MVR), Generic Attribute Registration Protocol (GARP), Generic VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP), Denial of Service (DoS), 802.1x authentication, 16MB packet buffer, Type of Service (ToS), DiffServ Code Point (DSCP) support, IP source guard, Bridge protocol data unit (BPDU), Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP)
Processor / Memory
- Processor: X ARM: 800 MHz
- RAM: 512 MB
- Flash Memory: 256 MB
Reliability
- MTBF: 434,723.62 Hours
Power Description
- Power Source: Internal Power Supply
- Power Consumption Operational: 84.6 Watt
- Voltage Required: AC 120/230 V
- Frequency Required: 50/60 Hz
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature: 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature: 122 °F
- Humidity Range Operating: 10 – 90% (non-condensing)
- Min Storage Temperature: -4 °F
- Max Storage Temperature: 158 °F
- Humidity Range Storage: 10 – 90% (non-condensing)
Dimensions & Weight
- Width: 17.3 Inch
- Depth: 13.8 Inch
- Height: 1.7 Inch
- Weight: 11.53 Lbs
Miscellaneous
- Package Contents-
- SG550XG-8F8T 16-Port 10G Stackable Managed Switch
- Power Cord
- Rack-Mount Kit and Rubber Feet
- DB-9 to RJ45 Serial Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- EU Directives 1999/5/EC Compliance Information
- Environmentally Friendly: Yes
- Environmental Certification: RoHS







