Cisco C1300 Datasheet: Full Specifications, Quick Check & Ordering Guide

The Cisco Catalyst 1300 series includes Gigabit, PoE+, multi-gigabit (mGig), and 10G uplink models engineered specifically for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Featuring a switching capacity of up to 480 Gbps and massive PoE budgets up to 740W (including PoE++ on 1300X models), this platform delivers enterprise-grade performance. This guide provides the official Cisco C1300 datasheet, a full SKU specifications table, and expert enterprise ordering recommendations.

Quick Comparison: Which Cisco C1300 is Right for You?

If you are looking for a rapid procurement decision, reference this quick matrix matching business scenarios to the optimal Cisco C1300 model:

Best For (Scenario)	Recommended Model	Core Benefit
Small office / Retail edge	C1300-8P-E-2G	Fanless, silent operation with 67W PoE+
Standard VoIP network	C1300-24P-4G	Highly cost-effective 195W PoE+ for phones
Heavy Surveillance / CCTV	C1300-48FP-4X	Massive 740W PoE budget with 10G uplinks
High-Density Wi-Fi 6 / 7	C1300-24MGP-4X	2.5G mGig ports to remove wireless bottlenecks
SMB Core / Aggregation	C1300-24XTS	480 Gbps capacity with 10G copper and fiber ports

Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series represents the next generation of enterprise-class switching designed for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), branch offices, and retail networks. Designed as the direct evolutionary successor to the legacy Cisco Catalyst 1000 and SG350 series, the C1300 merges powerful network performance with deployment simplicity.

This series is renowned for its intuitive Web UI and deep integration with the Cisco Business Dashboard, eliminating the strict requirement for complex Command Line Interface (CLI) knowledge. It delivers comprehensive Layer 2 and Lite Layer 3 routing capabilities, ensuring your network meets modern demands for high bandwidth, robust security, and low operational overhead.

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Cisco C1300 Models List (Complete SKU Index)

To assist IT procurement officers and network architects in rapidly identifying the correct hardware, we have categorized the complete Cisco C1300 models list by port density and core features. Whether you require a compact desktop switch or a high-density rack-mount appliance, you can locate the exact family here:

Category	Available Models (Full SKU List)
8-port Models	C1300-8T-E-2G, C1300-8P-E-2G, C1300-8FP-2G
16-port Models	C1300-16T-2G, C1300-16P-2G, C1300-16P-4X
24-port Models	C1300-24T-4G, C1300-24P-4G, C1300-24FP-4G, C1300-24T-4X, C1300-24P-4X, C1300-24FP-4X
48-port Models	C1300-48T-4G, C1300-48P-4G, C1300-48T-4X, C1300-48P-4X, C1300-48FP-4X
10G Uplink	C1300-16P-4X, C1300-24P-4X, C1300-48P-4X, C1300-48FP-4X
mGig (Multi-Gigabit)	C1300-8MGP-2X, C1300-24MGP-4X, C1300-48MGP-4X
10G Core / Aggregation	C1300-12XT, C1300-24XS, C1300-24XTS

Cisco C1300 Datasheet (Full Specifications Table)

The following table represents the complete Cisco C1300 specifications datasheet. Use this matrix to precisely compare switching capacity, PoE budgets, and forwarding rates to ensure the hardware meets your technical requirements.

Model (SKU)	Downlink Ports	Uplink Ports	Switching Capacity	Forwarding Rate	MAC Table	PoE	PoE Budget	Power / Fan	Best Use Case
C1300-8T-E-2G	8x 1G RJ45	2x 1G Combo	20.0 Gbps	14.88 Mpps	16K	None	N/A	External / Fanless	Basic micro-branch access
C1300-8P-E-2G	8x 1G RJ45	2x 1G Combo	20.0 Gbps	14.88 Mpps	16K	PoE+	67W	External / Fanless	Small office edge / VoIP
C1300-8FP-2G	8x 1G RJ45	2x 1G Combo	20.0 Gbps	14.88 Mpps	16K	PoE+	120W	Internal / Fanless	High-draw APs & Security
C1300-16T-2G	16x 1G RJ45	2x 1G SFP	36.0 Gbps	26.78 Mpps	16K	None	N/A	Internal / Fanless	Desktop data expansion
C1300-16P-2G	16x 1G RJ45	2x 1G SFP	36.0 Gbps	26.78 Mpps	16K	PoE+	120W	Internal / Fanless	Compact wireless coverage
C1300-24T-4G	24x 1G RJ45	4x 1G SFP	56.0 Gbps	41.66 Mpps	16K	None	N/A	Internal / Fanless	Economical data access
C1300-24P-4G	24x 1G RJ45	4x 1G SFP	56.0 Gbps	41.66 Mpps	16K	PoE+	195W	Internal / Fanless	Standard SMB VoIP network
C1300-48T-4G	48x 1G RJ45	4x 1G SFP	104.0 Gbps	77.38 Mpps	16K	None	N/A	Internal / Fanless	Large office data-only
C1300-48P-4G	48x 1G RJ45	4x 1G SFP	104.0 Gbps	77.38 Mpps	16K	PoE+	382W	Internal / Active Fan	High-density PoE endpoints
C1300-48FP-4X	48x 1G RJ45	4x 10G SFP+	176.0 Gbps	130.94 Mpps	32K	PoE+	740W	Internal / Active Fan	Heavy CCTV/Surveillance
C1300-24MGP-4X	24x mGig RJ45	4x 10G SFP+	176.0 Gbps	130.94 Mpps	32K	PoE+	375W	Internal / Active Fan	Multi-gig Wi-Fi 6 networks
C1300-24XTS	12x 10G RJ45 + 12x 10G SFP+	4x 10G SFP+	480.0 Gbps	357.14 Mpps	32K	None	N/A	Internal / Active Fan	10G Core / Aggregation layer
C1300X-48T-4X	48x 1G RJ45	4x 10G SFP28	176.0 Gbps	130.95 Mpps	32K	None	N/A	Internal / Active Fan	Large-scale L3 aggregation
C1300X-24MU-4X	24x mGig RJ45	4x 10G SFP28	128.0 Gbps	95.23 Mpps	32K	PoE++	385W	Internal / Active Fan	Next-gen PoE++ performance

Cisco C1300 Ordering Guide (How to Choose the Right Model)

Procuring the correct network hardware optimizes your IT budget and prevents future throughput bottlenecks. Utilize this C1300 Ordering Guide to match your physical environment to the ideal switch:

Deployment Scenario	Recommended Model	Why Choose This Model? (Core Buying Reason)
Small Office / Retail	C1300-8P-E-2G	Fanless + PoE: Silent operation with a 67W budget easily powers a small cluster of VoIP phones and cameras. Compact enough for open desk areas.
Standard VoIP Network	C1300-24P-4G	Balanced: The 195W PoE+ budget perfectly balances standard PC data connections with 24-desk VoIP requirements at a highly cost-effective price point.
CCTV / Surveillance	C1300-48FP-4X	High PoE: Fully loaded 48-ports with a massive 740W budget and 10G uplinks ensures dozens of high-definition cameras stream without latency or packet drops.
Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 7 Edge	C1300-24MGP-4X	mGig: Breaks the 1 Gigabit limitation by offering 2.5G multi-gigabit ports, fully unleashing the peak throughput of modern wireless access points.
SMB Core Network	C1300-24XTS	10G Core: Provides a 480 Gbps backplane with a 50/50 mix of 10G copper and 10G fiber interfaces, acting as the perfect collapsed core for an SMB.

Cisco C1300 PoE Models Comparison

In modern enterprise environments, Power over Ethernet (PoE) is the lifeblood of IoT devices, security infrastructure, and wireless mobility. The Cisco C1300 PoE models offer a highly granular selection of power budgets.

To assist in capacity planning, here is a breakdown of the estimated device capacities for the most popular PoE SKUs:

Model	Total Ports	PoE Budget	Est. AP Count (30W)	Est. Camera Count (15W)
C1300-8P-E-2G	8	67 W	2 APs	4 Cameras
C1300-8FP-2G	8	120 W	4 APs	8 Cameras
C1300-16P-2G	16	120 W	4 APs	8 Cameras
C1300-24P-4G	24	195 W	6 APs	13 Cameras
C1300-48P-4G	48	382 W	12 APs	25 Cameras
C1300-48FP-4X	48	740 W	24 APs	48 Cameras
C1300X-24MU-4X	24	385 W	12 APs (PoE++)	25 Cameras

(Note: Capacity estimations assume an average power draw of 15W per standard IP Camera and 30W per high-performance Wi-Fi 6 AP. Always consult your endpoint datasheet for exact power requirements.)

Cisco C1300 vs 1300X (Key Differences)

A frequent dilemma during procurement is deciding between the standard C1300 and the advanced C1300X series. While both share the same Web UI, their underlying architectures cater to different scales of networking.

Feature	Cisco C1300 (Standard)	Cisco C1300X (Advanced)
Target Use Case	SMB Access Layer / Network Edge	Advanced Aggregation / High-Performance Edge
Uplink Speeds	1G SFP or 10G SFP+	10G / 25G SFP28
Physical Stacking	Supported	True Hardware Stacking (Up to 25G stacking bandwidth)
PoE Standards	PoE+ (Up to 30W per port)	PoE+ / PoE++ (Up to 60W per port on mGig models)
Routing Capabilities	Layer 2 / Lite Layer 3 (Static Routing)	Enhanced Layer 3 (Includes OSPF dynamic routing)

Verdict: Choose the C1300 for cost-effective standalone edge connectivity. Upgrade to the C1300X if your network design mandates physical switch stacking, OSPF dynamic routing, or future-proof 25G uplinks.

Cisco C1300 Performance Explained (Buyer Perspective)

As an IT procurement decision-maker, translating dense technical specifications into actual business value is critical. Here is what the datasheet metrics mean for your operational environment:

Datasheet Metric	Technical Meaning	Buyer Impact (Business Value)
Switching Capacity	Total internal backplane bandwidth (up to 480 Gbps).	Avoid Congestion: Ensures that when the entire office downloads large files or joins video calls simultaneously, the network does not lag.
Forwarding Rate	The speed at which packets are processed (Million packets per second – Mpps).	High Traffic Stability: Guarantees that mission-critical business applications (like CRM or ERP systems) respond instantly during peak traffic spikes.
MAC Address Table	The number of unique device addresses the switch can store (16K or 32K).	Max Endpoints: Dictates exactly how many laptops, smartphones, and IoT devices your network can support before performance degrades.

When NOT to Choose Cisco C1300

While the Cisco Catalyst 1300 series dominates the SMB market, establishing a trustworthy procurement strategy requires knowing its technical boundaries. You should NOT select this series if:

1. You Need Full Enterprise Layer 3 Features: If your network relies on Cisco DNA Center (SD-Access), advanced BGP routing, or VRFs, you must upgrade to the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series.
2. You Operate a Large Enterprise Core: For massive campus core environments requiring modular power supplies, hot-swappable line cards, and multi-terabit capacity, you must utilize the Catalyst 9400, 9500, or 9600 series.

Where to Buy Cisco C1300 Switches (Enterprise Procurement)

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Cisco Catalyst 1300 FAQ

To resolve any lingering technical or purchasing questions, we have compiled the most frequently asked questions regarding the Cisco Catalyst 1300 series:

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