The Cisco SG25008HP Switch is an 8port Gigabit that delivers network connectivity and reliability for all businesses without compleXity. You can deploy and configure a complete business network in minutes with Smart Network Application FindIT Network Manager and Network Plug and Play (PnP) support. Energyefficient capabilities are embedded including energy detect and Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) all provide an ecofriendly and costeffective solution without compromising performance.
This switch is part of the Cisco small and midsize business portfolio and is an affordable smart switch equipped with security performance and ease of use to help build a solid business network.
ETHERNET PORT CONFIGURATION 8port 10/100/1000
POWER OVER ETHERNET 8 PoE ports with 45W total power budget PoE PoE+ PoE PD/PSE port
CONFIGURATION & CONTROL Easytouse onboX WebUI CLI offers basic+ capabilities SNMP Cisco FindIT Network Manager PnP autodiscovery zerotouch deployment
L2+ FEATURES AND SECURITY Static routing VLANs QoS Voice VLAN MSTP IGMP Snooping Access Control List (ACL) 802.1X DoS prevention SSH/SSL
PEACE OF MIND Limitedlifetime warranty oneyear technical support and free software fiXes for the term of the warranty
ENERGY EFFICIENT Optimizes power usage to lower cost to operate. Compliant with IEEE802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet
Included Components / What s in the BoX Cisco SG25008HP Switch Power cord / Adapter RackMount kit Console cable Technical support contacts Quick Start guide
Build a reliable easytouse business network at an affordable price
In today s hyperconnected world reliable access to network resources is critical to all businesses. However you also need to invest wisely to stay competitive knowing how to separate the essential from the eXtraneous and get the most value for your dollar. For investment in network infrastructure building a solid foundation for your business is essential but it doesn&rsquo t mean you need the most advanced feature set on the market.
For businesses requiring high performance advanced security and rich manageability from the network fully managed switches are an eXcellent choice. However they also typically come with high price tags. Smart switches provide the right level of network features and capabilities for growing businesses at a lower price so you&rsquo ll have more dollars to put toward other areas of your business.
With Cisco® 250 Series Smart Switches you can achieve businessclass network performance and security without paying for advanced network features that you will not use. When you need a reliable solution to share online resources and connect computers phones and wireless access points but low cost is a top priority Cisco 250 Series Smart Switches provide the ideal solution.
Cisco 250 Series Smart Switches
The Cisco 250 Series is the neXt generation of affordable smart switches that combine powerful network performance and reliability with a complete suite of the network features you need for a solid business network. These powerful Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet switches with Gigabit or 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks provide multiple management options sophisticated security capabilities finetuned QualityofService (QoS) and Layer 3 static routing features far beyond those of an unmanaged or consumergrade switch at a lower cost than for fully managed switches. And with an easytouse web user interface Smart Network Application and Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) capability you can deploy and configure a complete business network in minutes.
Business applications
Whether you need basic highspeed connectivity for your computers and servers or a comprehensive voice data and wireless technology solution Cisco 250 Series switches can meet your business needs. Possible deployment scenarios include
Highspeed desktop connectivity Cisco 250 Series switches can quickly and securely connect employees working in small offices with one another and with all of the printers servers and other devices they use. High performance and reliable connectivity help speed up file transfers and data processing improve network uptime and keep your employees productive.
FleXible wireless connectivity Cisco 250 Series switches work with Cisco and thirdparty wireless solutions to eXtend the reach of your network. With security features Power over Ethernet (PoE) VLAN and QoS these switches are the perfect foundation to add businessgrade wireless to a network.
The capability of up to 30W of power per port provided through the Ethernet cable means you can easily deploy innovative 802.11ac wireless technology to maXimize workforce productivity.
Unified communications The Cisco 250 Series provides QoS features to enable you to prioritize delaysensitive traffic in your network and let you converge all of your communications solutions such as IP telephony and video surveillance onto a single Ethernet network. Cisco offers a complete portfolio of IP telephony and other unified communications products designed for small businesses and Cisco 250 Series switches have been rigorously tested to help ensure easy integration and full compatibility with these and other vendor products.
Features and benefits
Cisco 250 Series Smart Switches provide all of the features you need to create a basic businessclass network at an affordable price. These features include
Easy configuration and management Cisco 250 Series switches are designed to be easy to deploy and use by small businesses or the partners that serve them
? Smart Network Application (SNA) is an innovative networklevel monitoring and management tool embedded in the Cisco 100 to 500 Series switches. It can discover network topology display link status monitor events apply configurations and upgrade software images across multiple switches in the network.
? Simple or advancedmode graphic user interfaces reduce the time required to deploy troubleshoot and manage the network. Configuration wizards simplify the most common configuration tasks and provide the ultimate tool for anyone to set up and manage the network.
? Cisco Smartports technology provides more advanced capabilities and handson control by automatically configuring ports with specific levels of security QoS and availability according to the type of connected device based on Cisco best practices and pretested configurations. The Auto Smartports feature automatically applies the intelligence delivered through the Smartports roles to the port based on the device types discovered over Cisco Discovery Protocol or LLDPMED. This capability facilitates zerotouch deployments.
? The USB port on the front panel of the switch enables easy image and configuration transfer for faster deployment or upgrades.
Reliability and performance Cisco 250 Series switches have been tested to deliver the high performance and reliability you would eXpect from a Cisco switch and help you prevent costly downtime. The switches speed file transfer times improve slow and sluggish networks keep your vital business applications available and help your employees respond more quickly to customers and each other. With a network based on Cisco 250 Series switches you can address all of your business communications and connectivity needs and reduce the total cost of ownership of your technology infrastructure. Cisco 250 Series switches also support 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks on select models so you can build a highperformance and futureready network to support your thriving business.
Layer 3 static routing This capability allows you to segment your network into separate workgroups and communicate across VLANs without degrading application performance. As a result you can manage internal routing with your switches and dedicate your router to eXternal traffic and security helping your network run more efficiently.
Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) Cisco 250 Series switches are available with PoE+ on both Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet models. This capability simplifies the deployment of IP telephony wireless video surveillance and other solutions by allowing you to send data and power to network endpoints over the single network cable eliminating the need for separate power supplies or outlets. PoE+ provides up to 30W of power per port enabling deployments for 802.11ac wireless access points PanTiltZoom (PTZ) IP cameras videophones and thin client devices delivering more fleXibility and investment protection.
PoE powered device and PoE passthrough The 10port compact models of Cisco 250 Series can work as PoE powered devices and draw power from upstream PoE switches in the wiring closet simplifying the deployment in meeting rooms classrooms hotel rooms and other fleXible locations. Each switch can accept up to 60W of power per uplink port to power itself and pass through the power to the downstream PoE end devices if needed.
Network security Cisco 250 Series switches provide the security and network management features you need to maintain a high level of security for your business keep unauthorized users off the network and protect your business data. The switches include integrated network security to reduce the risk of a security breach with IEEE 802.1X port security to control access to your network DenialofService (DoS) attack prevention to increase network uptime during an attack and eXtensive Access Control Lists (ACLs) to protect sensitive portions of the network from unauthorized users and guard against network attacks.
IPv6 support As the IP network addressing scheme evolves to accommodate more devices you can have peace of mind that your network is ready. Cisco 250 Series switches provide native support for IPv6 alongside traditional IPv4. With USGv6 and IPv6 Gold Logo certifications the 250 Series will enable you to take full advantage of IPv6enabled operating systems and applications in the future without having to upgrade your network equipment.
IP telephony support Cisco 250 Series switches include QoS features to prioritize delaysensitive services such as voice and video simplify unified communications deployments and help ensure consistent network performance for all services.
Networkwide automatic voice deployment Using a combination of Cisco Discovery Protocol LLDPMED Auto Smartports and Voice Services Discovery Protocol (VSDP a unique patented Cisco protocol) customers can deploy an endtoend voice network dynamically. The switches in the network automatically converge into a single voice VLAN and set of QoS parameters and then propagate them out to the phones on the ports where they are discovered. For eXample automated voice VLAN capabilities let you plug any IP phone (including thirdparty phones) into your IP telephony network and receive an immediate dial tone. The switch automatically configures the device with the right VLAN and QoS parameters to prioritize voice traffic.
An energyefficient solution Cisco 250 Series switches are designed to be energy efficient and eco friendly without compromising performance. They help conserve energy by optimizing power use which helps protect the environment and lowers your energy costs. Powersaving features include
? Support for the Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) standard which reduces energy consumption by monitoring the amount of traffic on an active link and putting the link into a sleep state during quiet periods
? Automatic power shutoff on ports when a link is down
? Embedded intelligence to adjust power based on cable length
? Fanless design in most models which reduces power consumption increases reliability and provides quieter operation
? Ability to turn off LEDs to conserve power