Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8UXG-2X Ultimate Performance Fanless Switch – 8-Port UPOE with 4 Multi-Gig Ports, 2x 10G SFP Uplinks

The Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8UXG-2X is a high-performance, fanless Ethernet switch designed for advanced enterprise networking environments. This model belongs to the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series, recognised for delivering simplified, secure, and resilient network access with industry-leading uptime. The Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8UXG-2X switch provides 8 UPoE ports, featuring 4 multigigabit ports capable of speeds up to 10 Gbps and 4 ports supporting 1 Gbps Ethernet. It includes 2 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports and is powered through a 315W internal AC power supply, ensuring energy-efficient operation without fans for quiet environments.

The Cisco Catalyst 9200CX-8UXG-2X switch supports Cisco’s Network Essentials features while offering advanced Layer 3 capabilities such as OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP, making it ideal for scalable enterprise networks needing robust routing and switching performance. The Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8UXG-2X device incorporates Cisco’s UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC with integrated CPU, providing optimised scale and efficiency. It delivers full Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) capability with Cisco’s Universal PoE (UPOE) support, compliant with IEEE 802.3bt class 6, enabling power delivery up to 60W per port to support high-demand devices like Wi-Fi 6 access points. The switch also features stacking bandwidth options up to 160 Gbps with optional backplane stacking modules for seamless network expansion and resiliency.

Security is enhanced with AES-256 MACsec encryption and policy-based segmentation to protect data integrity across the network. The Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8UXG-2X switch facilitates operational excellence by supporting automation, remote management via Cisco DNA Center, and open APIs for programmability, which helps reduce operational costs and complexity. The fanless design makes Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8UXG-2X switch perfectly suited for noise-sensitive or compact spaces without compromising uptime or reliability.

Key technical features of the Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8UXG-2X include:

• 8 UPoE ports: 4 multigigabit ports up to 10 Gbps, 4 ports up to 1 Gbps

• 2 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed connectivity

• Fanless design for silent operation in noise-sensitive environments

• 315W internal AC power supply with flexible power sourcing options

• Full Layer 3 routing protocols supported (OSPF, EIGRP, ISIS, RIP)

• Advanced security with AES-256 MACsec encryption and segmentation

• Optional backplane stacking supporting up to 160 Gbps bandwidth

• Cisco UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC with integrated CPU for optimized scale and efficiency

• Comprehensive PoE+ and UPOE support with up to 60W per port power delivery

• Support for automation, programmability, and Cisco DNA Center integration

This Cisco Catalyst C9200CX-8UXG-2X Ethernet switch is an essential component for enterprises planning for a future-ready, secure, and scalable network infrastructure. Its combination of performance, power efficiency, security, and management capabilities makes the Cisco Catalyst 9200CX-8UXG-2X a highly attractive solution for IT professionals aiming to simplify network operations while delivering cutting-edge connectivity.