Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560C-12PC-S Switch

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560C-12PC-S is a compact, enterprise-class managed switch that combines advanced performance with flexible deployment options. Designed for small to medium-sized businesses, branch offices, and workgroups, this switch features 12 Fast Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability, enabling direct connection and powering of IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras without the need for separate power supplies. In addition, it offers two dual-purpose uplink ports (Gigabit Ethernet or SFP), providing enhanced flexibility for uplink connections and allowing integration into larger enterprise networks. Operating at Layer 3 with advanced routing features, the WS-C3560C-12PC-S supports static routing, VLANs, multicast routing, Quality of Service (QoS), and comprehensive security features such as ACLs and DHCP snooping, ensuring secure and reliable traffic management. Its fanless design allows silent operation, making it ideal for environments such as classrooms, open offices, or retail spaces where noise is a concern. Compact and rack-mountable, this switch can also be deployed on desktops or in confined network spaces. With Cisco IOS Software, administrators gain powerful management capabilities for monitoring, configuration, and optimization of network resources. Combining PoE functionality, Layer 3 features, and silent operation, the WS-C3560C-12PC-S offers a robust, space-saving, and energy-efficient solution for modern networks.