C1200-8T-D – 8x1G Data Ports – Desktop Form Factor – PoE Input on Port 1
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C1200-8T-D Description
C1200-8T-D is a Cisco Catalyst 1200 managed Gigabit Ethernet desktop switch for small campus access and edge deployments that need compact copper connectivity without dedicated uplinks. This fanless 8-port model provides 8 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports, 16.0 Gbps switching capacity, 11.90 Mpps forwarding performance, and a 1.5 MB packet buffer, with power supplied by an external AC adapter or PoE input on port 1 rather than PoE output to connected devices.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Product ID |
C1200-8T-D |
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Product type |
Managed Gigabit Ethernet desktop switch |
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Network ports |
8 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports |
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Uplink interfaces |
No dedicated uplink ports |
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Power input role |
PoE input on port 1 or external AC power, no PoE output budget |
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Power input |
External power supply |
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Switching capacity |
16.0 Gbps |
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Forwarding rate |
11.90 Mpps |
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Packet buffer |
1.5 MB |
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Fan design |
Fanless |
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Corrected dimensions |
177 x 141.5 x 30 mm |
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Corrected unit weight |
0.58 kg |
Product Performance
Key Features
C1200-8T-D is the desktop model in the 8-port Catalyst 1200 group, so it should not be swapped into a rack-mountable BOM without checking the physical installation plan.
The model comparison lists uplink ports as not applicable for C1200-8T-D, separating it from C1200-8T-E-2G and the PoE 8-port models that add two Gigabit combo uplinks.
Cisco identifies a PoE input option on port 1, which matters when the switch itself will be powered from an upstream PoE source instead of only through the external supply.
The data sheet places C1200-8T-D in the external 100 to 240V power group with C1200-8T-E-2G and C1200-8P-E-2G.
The model comparison lists the SKU as fanless, and Cisco release notes correct the physical size to 177 x 141.5 x 30 mm with a 0.58 kg unit weight.
Cisco lists Layer 2 switching, VLAN support, STP, ACL, QoS, and IPv4/IPv6 static routing across the Catalyst 1200 model family.
Application Scenarios
C1200-8T-D fits desks, counters, labs, and small office rooms where eight Gigabit copper data ports are enough and a separate rack-mountable access switch is not required.
The SKU is relevant when port 1 can be planned as the PoE input for the switch itself, reducing dependence on a local AC outlet at a small endpoint cluster.
Use this model for simple copper edge refreshes where the design does not need 1G SFP uplinks, PoE output, or the larger chassis used by C1200-8T-E-2G and C1200-8P-E-2G.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
C1200-8T-D | |||
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Product type |
Managed Gigabit Ethernet desktop switch |
Managed Gigabit Ethernet switch |
Managed Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ switch |
Managed Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ switch |
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Network ports |
8 x 10/100/1000 |
8 x 10/100/1000 |
8 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ |
8 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ |
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Uplink interfaces |
Not applicable |
2 x Gigabit copper/SFP combo |
2 x Gigabit copper/SFP combo |
2 x Gigabit copper/SFP combo |
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Power input role |
PoE input on port 1, no PoE output budget |
No PoE output |
PoE+ with 67W budget |
PoE+ with 120W budget |
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Power supply |
External |
External |
External |
Internal universal AC |
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Physical format |
Desktop |
Rack-mountable |
Rack-mountable |
Rack-mountable |
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Switching capacity |
16.0 Gbps |
20.0 Gbps |
20.0 Gbps |
20.0 Gbps |
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Forwarding rate |
11.90 Mpps |
14.88 Mpps |
14.88 Mpps |
14.88 Mpps |
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Fan design |
Fanless |
Fanless |
Fanless |
Fanless |
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Unit dimensions |
177 x 141.5 x 30 mm corrected |
268 x 185 x 44 mm |
268 x 185 x 44 mm |
268 x 185 x 44 mm |
- In a C1200-8T-D vs C1200-8T-E-2G comparison, the main difference is uplink and mounting format: C1200-8T-D is desktop with no dedicated uplinks, while C1200-8T-E-2G adds 2 x Gigabit combo uplinks and rack mounting.
- The C1200-8T-D vs C1200-8P-E-2G difference is PoE output: C1200-8T-D has PoE input on port 1 for powering the switch, while C1200-8P-E-2G supplies PoE+ to endpoints with a 67W budget.
- For C1200-8T-D vs C1200-8FP-2G, the comparison changes both power role and chassis class because C1200-8FP-2G is a rack-mountable 120W PoE+ model with two combo uplinks.
- The which model to choose check should start with desktop versus rack mounting, then confirm whether the order needs dedicated uplinks or endpoint PoE output.
Selection Guide
1. Select it for simple desktop data access
Choose C1200-8T-D when the installation needs eight Gigabit copper data ports in a desktop form factor and does not require dedicated uplink interfaces.
2. Move to C1200-8T-E-2G for rack mounting and combo uplinks
C1200-8T-E-2G is the closer alternative when the same 8-port data access role must include two Gigabit copper/SFP combo uplinks and rack mounting.
3. Use PoE models for powered endpoints
C1200-8P-E-2G or C1200-8FP-2G should replace this SKU when phones, cameras, readers, or access points must receive PoE+ from the switch.
4. Confirm the power source before quoting
Verify whether the switch will use external AC power or PoE input on port 1, because that decision affects cabling and the upstream port plan.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
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Exact product ID |
C1200-8T-D appears on the purchase line |
Keeps the order tied to the desktop 8-port Catalyst 1200 data model |
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Physical placement |
Desktop placement is acceptable |
The official ordering description does not list this SKU as rack-mountable |
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Uplink requirement |
No dedicated uplink ports are required |
Prevents substitution into designs that need 1G copper/SFP combo uplinks |
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Power source |
External AC power or PoE input on port 1 |
Aligns the cabling plan with the Cisco-listed power options |
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Endpoint power |
No PoE output budget is required |
Avoids ordering a data switch for phones, cameras, access points, or readers |
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Similar SKU boundary |
C1200-8T-E-2G, C1200-8P-E-2G, or C1200-8FP-2G only when their uplink or PoE profile is required |
Reduces mismatch risk among visually similar 8-port Catalyst 1200 PIDs |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
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| Product ID | C1200-8T-D | Product type | Managed Gigabit Ethernet desktop switch |
| Network ports | 8 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports | Uplink interfaces | No dedicated uplink ports |
| Power input role | PoE input on port 1 or AC power, no PoE output budget | PoE output budget | No PoE output budget listed for this SKU |
| Physical format | Desktop | Fan design | Fanless |
| Switching capacity | 16.0 Gbps | Forwarding rate | 11.90 Mpps |
| Packet buffer | 1.5 MB | Active VLANs | Up to 255 |
| Static routing | IPv4/IPv6 static routing | Feature set | Layer 2 switching, VLAN, STP, ACL, QoS |
| Power supply | External power supply | AC input | 100 to 240V, 50 to 60 Hz external |
| System power consumption | 110V=7.03W; 220V=7.09W | Idle power | 110V=4.14W; 220V=4.26W |
| Heat dissipation | 24.20 BTU/hr | Console port | Not available on C1200-8T-D |
| Corrected dimensions | 177 x 141.5 x 30 mm | Corrected unit weight | 0.58 kg |
| Operating temperature | 23 to 122 F (-5 to 50 C) | Storage temperature | -13 to 158 F (-25 to 70 C) |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Package contents | Switch, power cord, mounting kit, pointer card |
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Questions & Answers
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What is C1200-8T-D used for in a small network?
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Does C1200-8T-D provide PoE output?
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Does C1200-8T-D have SFP uplinks?
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How is C1200-8T-D different from C1200-8T-E-2G?
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