Cisco C1000-16P-2G-L Layer 2 Access Switch for Office Networks
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C1000-16P-2G-L is a 16-port Gigabit Ethernet
Layer 2 managed switch with PoE+ support and 2 additional Gigabit
SFP uplink ports. Designed for small to mid-sized businesses and
branch offices, it provides essential switching capabilities with
enterprise-class security and reliability. It supports IEEE 802.3at
PoE+, enabling power delivery of up to 30W per port to IP phones,
cameras, wireless access points, and other PoE devices.
Product Details
Part of the Cisco Catalyst 1000 Series, the C1000-16P-2G-L delivers
simple, flexible, and secure Layer 2 connectivity for small LAN
deployments. With fanless operation, it’s ideal for silent
environments such as open offices, classrooms, or healthcare
facilities. This model includes 2 Gigabit SFP uplinks for flexible
fiber connectivity, and features an intuitive web-based UI, as well
as CLI and SNMP management.
Product Features
16 x 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ RJ45 ports
2 x Gigabit SFP uplink ports
Supports IEEE 802.3af/at PoE and PoE+, up to 30W per port
Layer 2 switching features including VLANs, STP, IGMP Snooping
Managed via Web UI, CLI, and SNMP
Fanless design for silent operation
Built-in security features like port security and DHCP snooping
Compact and rack-mountable form factor
Product Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Code | C1000-16P-2G-L |
| Access Ports | 16 x 1G PoE+ RJ45 |
| Uplink Ports | 2 x 1G SFP (fiber) |
| Switching Capacity | 18 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 13.39 Mpps |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af/at (PoE/PoE+) |
| PoE Budget | 120W |
| Software License | LAN Lite (Layer 2) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS |
| Management Options | Web UI, CLI, SNMP |
| Fanless Design | Yes |
| Form Factor | Desktop or rack-mountable |
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Access Ports | Uplink Ports | PoE Support | Fanless | License Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1000-16P-2G-L | 16 x 1G PoE+ | 2 x 1G SFP | Yes | Yes | LAN Lite |
| C1000-24P-4G-L | 24 x 1G PoE+ | 4 x 1G SFP | Yes | Yes | LAN Lite |
| C1000-16T-2G-L | 16 x 1G (No PoE) | 2 x 1G SFP | No | Yes | LAN Lite |
| C1000-8P-2G-L | 8 x 1G PoE+ | 2 x 1G SFP | Yes | Yes | LAN Lite |
Latest Models in Same Series Comparison
| Model | Access Ports | Uplink Ports | PoE Budget | Fanless | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1000-16P-2G-L | 16 x 1G PoE+ | 2 x 1G SFP | 120W | Yes | Small office PoE+ access |
| C1000-24P-4G-L | 24 x 1G PoE+ | 4 x 1G SFP | 195W | Yes | Mid-size PoE deployments |
| C1000-8P-2G-L | 8 x 1G PoE+ | 2 x 1G SFP | 120W | Yes | Compact PoE edge switch |
