Cisco 2980G 10/100/1000 Catalyst 80 Port 10/100 2 Ports GBIC

Cisco Catalyst 2980G 80-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch

This high-density, cost-effective switch delivers reliable 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity for small to medium enterprise networks. With 80 built-in 10/100 ports and two dedicated GBIC slots for fiber uplinks, it combines flexibility with performance in a single compact chassis.

• Port Configuration: 80 x 10/100 Ethernet ports; 2 x GBIC sockets (SFP) for 1G fiber or copper uplink options
• Speed & Performance: Full-duplex operation up to 1 Gbps on all ports, with efficient packet forwarding and low latency
• Power Efficiency: Energy-efficient design reduces operating costs; supports PoE+ for compatible devices (if configured)
• Management: Web interface, CLI, SNMP, RMON, and support for Cisco IOS for easy configuration and monitoring
• Reliability: Built with redundant power supply options and robust chassis cooling for continuous operation
• Security Features: Port security, MAC address filtering, 802.1Q VLAN tagging, and dynamic ARP inspection

Applications

This switch is ideal for branch office deployments, departmental networks, or as a core access layer in campus environments where high port density and scalable uplink options are required. Its dual GBIC slots allow seamless integration with fiber backbones or long-reach copper links, making it versatile for future network expansion.