Cisco 200 Series Switches

Cisco 200 Series Switches Product Overview Q. What are Cisco 200 Series Switches? A. The Cisco 200 Series is a portfolio of affordable smart switches that combine reliable network performance with the essential network features and easy-to-use management software required to build a basic business network. Cisco 200 Series models are available with 24 and 48 ports of Fast Ethernet and 8 to 50 ports of Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. The switches feature basic security, quality of service (QoS), Power over Ethernet (PoE), VLANs, traffic control, and management capabilities such as port configuration and performance monitoring. The Cisco 200 Series consists of nine models, as listed in Table 1. Table 1. Models in the Cisco 200 Series Product Name/Marketing Name Part Number/SKU/Ordering Number Description Fast Ethernet SF200-24 SLM224GT-xx 24 10/100 ports 2 combo mini GBIC ports* SF200-24P SLM224PT-xx 24 10/100 ports 2 combo mini GBIC ports* SF200-48 SLM248GT-xx 48 10/100 ports SF200-48P SLM248PT-xx 48 10/100 ports Gigabit Ethernet SG200-08 SLM2008T-xx 8 10/100/1000 ports SG200-08P SLM2008PT-xx 8 10/100/1000 PoE ports SG200-18 SLM2016T-xx 16 10/100/1000 ports SG200-26 SLM2024T-xx 24 10/100/1000 ports SG200-26P SLM2024PT-xx 24 10/100/1000 ports SG200-50 SLM2048T-xx 48 10/100/1000 ports SG200-50P SLM2048PT-xx 48 10/100/1000 ports *Each combo mini gigabit interface converter (GBIC) port has one 10/100/1000 Ethernet port and one mini-gbic/small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) Gigabit Ethernet slot, with one port active at a time. 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 1 of 10

Q. What are the key benefits of the Cisco 200 Series Switches? A. The switches provide the following features and benefits: Easy configuration and management: An intuitive browser-based interface and FindIT management tool simplify setup and configuration. In addition, Cisco Discovery Protocol and Cisco Smartports will be available in Q3CY11. Power over Ethernet: PoE options are available in both Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet models, simplifying IP telephony and wireless deployments. Strong security: Business-class security features such as IEEE 802.1X enable network access control and the capability to permit or deny network connectivity. IP telephony support: Connected IP phones are automatically configured with the right VLAN and QoS parameters for easy deployment of voice. IPv6 support: Native support for IPv6 allows customers to take advantage of future networking applications and operating systems, without an equipment upgrade. Energy efficiency: Low-power hardware designs, fanless designs, and other green features help reduce power consumption and enable quieter operation. More ports per Gigabit Ethernet switch: The Cisco 200 Series includes 26- and 50-port Gigabit Ethernet switches (vs. 20 or 44 ports with four shared ports, as in older devices). Multiple language options: Almost all product user interfaces and documentation are available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and simplified Chinese. Q. Is the feature set consistent across the portfolio? A. Yes. All Cisco 200 Series switch models have the same features. This makes it easier to manage and support all switches across the network. Competitors products do not all have the same features across families or even within the same product series. This disparity in product features causes more complexity in managing networks that include different switch models. Product Transition Q. What are the differences between the Cisco 200 Series Switches and the older Cisco Small Business Smart Switches (SLM models)? A. The Cisco 200 Series is the next generation of the Cisco SLM smart switches. Table 2 outlines important enhancements added to the Cisco 200 Series. Table 2. Cisco 200 Series Switch Enhancements Feature SLM Switches 200 Series Switches Product name change N/A Yes Energy-efficient technology No Yes Fanless 5 models 6 models Additional Gigabit Ethernet ports Standard 2 additional ports IPv6 No Yes Management/configuration GUI GUI, Cisco Discovery Protocol, Smartports, FindIT Warranty 5 years Limited lifetime Localization/globalization English only 7 languages: product, user interface, technical documentation, and support 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 2 of 10

Q. What is the plan for the product transition from the Cisco SLM switches to the Cisco 200 Series switches? A. The Cisco 200 Series switch SKUs will replace the current smart switch SKUs. Refer to Table 3 for a mapping of old to new SKUs. The products are expected to transition to the new SKUs over a three-month period, depending on inventory sell-through rates. End-of-life and end-of-sale announcements will be released for the existing smart switches two weeks after the Cisco 200 Series Switches are introduced into the market. Table 3. Cisco 200 Series Product Number Mapping SLM Switch Marketing Name (Ordering Number/SKU) SLM224G (SLM224G-xx) SLM224P (SLM224P-xx) SLM248G (SLM248G-xx) SLM248P (SLM248P-xx) SLM2008 (SLM2008-xx) NA NA SLM2024 (SLM2024-xx) SLM2024P (SLM2024P-xx) SLM2048 (SLM2048-xx) SLM2048P (SLM2048P-xx) Cisco 200 Series Marketing Name (Ordering Number/SKU) SF200-24 (SLM224GT-xx) SF200-24P (SLM224PT-xx) SF200-48 (SLM248GT-xx) SF200-48P (SLM248PT-xx) SG200-08 (SLM2008T-xx) SG200-08P (SLM2008PT-xx) SG200-18 (SLM2016T-xx) SG200-26 (SLM2024T-xx) SG200-26P (SLM2024PT-xx) SG200-50 (SLM2048T-xx) SG200-50P (SLM2048PT-xx) Description 24 10/100 ports 24 10/100 ports 48 10/100 ports 48 10/100 ports 8 10/100/1000 ports 8 10/100/1000 ports 16 10/100/1000 ports 24 10/100/1000 ports 24 10/100/1000 ports 48 10/100/1000 ports 48 10/100/1000 ports *Each combo mini-gbic port has one 10/100/1000 Ethernet port and one mini-gbic/sfp Gigabit Ethernet slot, with one port active at a time. Q. Will the new Cisco 200 Series Switches be priced the same as the SLM switches they replace? A. No, the prices on the new 200 Series will remain the same as comparable SLM models. However, these new products feature lifetime warranties and numerous technical, usability, manageability, and localization advantages. Some of the new features are enhanced QoS, enhanced security, power-efficient technology, and localization into seven languages. See Table 2 for a complete list of enhancements. Q. What will happen if distributors run out of inventory of the SLM switches? A. Our customer service team will work with the distributors to move them to the new Cisco 200 Series SKUs. 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 3 of 10

Technical Features Q. What are the benefits of Power over Ethernet? A. Power over Ethernet (PoE) can provide a lower total cost of ownership for deployments that incorporate IP phones, wireless LAN access points, and IP video surveillance cameras, as well as any IEEE 802.3af-compliant end devices. PoE eliminates the need for wall power to each PoE-enabled device by powering devices directly over the Ethernet connection, reducing rewiring costs when deploying IP phones and wireless LANs. PoE switches also eliminate the need for power injectors and PoE midspans for powering IP devices. Q. How many powered devices (PD) can the Cisco 200 Series PoE switches power? A. These switches support the IEEE 802.3af standard, and so a maximum of 15.4W of PoE power can be supplied to any PoE 10/100 or Gigabit Ethernet base port. The total power available for PoE per switch is shown in Table 4. Table 4. Maximum PoE Power Available per Switch Product Ordering Number Model Name Total Power Dedicated to PoE Number of Ports That Support PoE SLM224PT-xx SF200-24P 100W 12 SLM248PT-xx SF200-48P 180W 24 SLM2008PT-xx SG200-08P 32W 4 SLM2024PT-xx SG200-24P 100W 12 SLM2048PT-xx SG200-50P 180W 24 The number of PoE devices that can be connected simultaneously at full power (15.4W) depends on the power budget required by each device. Add up the power budgets of the individual end devices and subtract the total from the switch s total PoE budget as shown in Table 4. Q. Do the Cisco 200 Series PoE switches support Cisco pre-standard PoE? A. No. For Cisco pre-standard PoE, we recommend the Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series Switches, which support both 802.3af and Cisco pre-standard PoE. Q. Does the Cisco 200 Series support IPv6? A. The Cisco 200 Series provides native support for IPv6, the newest version of the Internet Protocol, as well as the previous IPv4 standard. Customers will be able to move up to the next generation of networking applications and operating systems without an extensive equipment upgrade. Q. How are the switches energy efficient? A. The Cisco 200 Series is designed with a variety of power-saving features across all models. These switches optimize power consumption to help protect the environment and reduce energy costs without compromising performance. Power-saving features include: Automatic power down on Gigabit Ethernet ports when a link is not active Embedded intelligence to adjust power based on cable length on Gigabit Ethernet models Fanless design in most models, which reduces power consumption, increases reliability, and provides quieter operation 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 4 of 10

Q. How much power can be saved by deploying these switches? A. Table 5 outlines the possible power savings by model. Table 5. Power Savings Possible with Power-Saving Technology Product Ordering Number Model Name Power Consumption All Ports Active Power Consumption Using Power-Saving Technology Power Savings SLM224GT-xx SF200-24 14.5W 6.7W 53.8% SLM224PT-xx SF200-24P 22.2W 15.1W 32.0% SLM248GT-xx SF200-48 26.8W 12.7W 52.6% SLM248PT-xx SF200-48P 37.4W 24.3W 35.0% SLM2008T-xx SG200-08 7.21W 1.92W 73.4% SLM2008PT-xx SG200-08P 8.1W 2.88W 64.4% SLM2016T-xx SG200-18 22.9W 10.2W 55.5% SLM2024T-xx SG200-24 28.3W 7.9W 72.1% SLM2024PT-xx SG200-24P 37.5W 15.3W 59.2% SLM2048T-xx SG200-50 61.4W 22.0W 64.2% SLM2048PT-xx SG200-50P 78.3W 35.1W 55.2% Q. Which SFP transceivers does the Cisco 200 Series support? A. The Cisco 200 Series Switches support a wide range of Cisco Small Business SFP transceivers (Table 6). For more information on these transceivers, visit www.cisco.com/en/us/products/ps9934/prod_module_series_home.html. Table 6. Cisco Small Business SFP Transceivers Supported by Cisco 200 Series SKU Media Speed Typical Distance MFEBX1 Single-mode single fiber 100 Mbps 20 km MFEFX1 Multimode fiber 100 Mbps 2 km MFELX1 Single-mode fiber 100 Mbps 10 km MGBBX1 Single-mode single fiber 1000 Mbps 40 km MGBSX1 Multimode fiber 1000 Mbps 300 m MGBLH1 Single-mode fiber 1000 Mbps 40 km MGBLX1 Single-mode fiber 1000 Mbps 10 km Q. Do the Cisco 200 Series switches support a redundant power supply? A. No. Q. Do these switches support voice, and if so, how can they be used for voice? A. These switches support numerous capabilities, making them ideal for voice deployments. First, the switches support QoS mechanisms to prioritize voice traffic. The switches have four hardware queues that can be configured for servicing through strict priority and weighted round robin mechanisms. The switches recognize 802.1p, differentiated services code point (DSCP)/type of service (ToS), and IPv6 QoS set by the phone endpoints and prioritize them automatically. In addition, the switches support Link Layer Discovery Protocol Media Endpoint Discovery (LLDP-MED), which allows the switch to instruct the phone as to which VLAN and QoS parameters to set and also to automatically learn the capabilities of the phones. In a future firmware release (Q3CY11) Cisco Discovery Protocol and SmartPorts will also be supported. The switches also support an Auto Voice VLAN capability that can automatically detect phones, add them to a voice VLAN, and prioritize them accordingly. Lastly, numerous models support PoE, which allows the switch to power the phones connected to it. 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 5 of 10

Management Q. How are the Cisco 200 Series Switches configured and managed? A. The primary management interface for the switches is an embedded web GUI. A free network discovery tool, called Cisco Small Business FindIT, automatically discovers the switches, provides some device information, and allows them to be accessed easily. Q. Do the Cisco 200 Series switches work out of the box, or do they have to be installed? A. The switches come with a default configuration set that allows them to be compatible with almost all network environments and for traffic to be immediately and automatically forwarded across all the ports and prioritized according to a preset table. If further network configuration is required, it can be performed through the embedded web GUI. Q. Do the Cisco 200 Series switches have a command-line interface (CLI)? A. No. Q. Can Cisco 200 Series switches be configured remotely? A. The switches can be configured remotely through a web browser. Q. Can Cisco 200 Series switches be monitored remotely? A. Yes, Cisco 200 Series switches can be monitored remotely using the web GUI. Remote Monitoring (RMON) MIBs are also supported. Q. Can the Cisco Configuration Assistant be used to manage the Cisco 200 Series? A. At this time, the Cisco Configuration Assistant is not available for the Cisco 200 Series Switches. The product may be supported at a later date. Q. Does the Cisco 200 Series support Cisco Discovery Protocol? A. Cisco Discovery Protocol will not be supported at the time of launch. It will be available in Q3CY11. This will enable the Cisco 200 Series Switches to discover Cisco devices and allow the devices to share information about themselves, simplifying the setup and integration of a Cisco 200 Series switch. The switches do support standards-based LLDP-MED. Cisco FindIT is supported on all Cisco 200 Series switches. Q. Does the Cisco 200 Series support Cisco Smartports? A. Cisco Smartports will not be supported on the Cisco 200 Series at the time of launch. It will be available in Q3CY11. Smartports provides a recommended set of configurations for devices such as computers, IP phones, and wireless access points. These pretested baseline configurations represent Cisco best practices. Smartports configurations are called roles in the GUI. For example, in the GUI you can click on a port and then assign a role to that port. If you assign an IP phone role to a port, the port is configured to support an IP phone, enabling QoS so the user will get the voice quality he or she expects. Q. Do I have to accept the suggested Cisco Smartports role? A. No. You can choose to set the port to Other, indicating that the port does not have a Smartports role assigned to it. Q. What is Cisco FindIT? A. Cisco FindIT is a utility that works through a simple toolbar on the user s web browser to discover Cisco devices in the network and display basic information, such as serial numbers and IP addresses, to aid in the configuration and deployment of Cisco Small Business products. For more information, and to download the utility, visit, www.cisco.com/go/sbtoolbar. Q. Which web browsers does Cisco FindIT support? A. FindIT supports Mozilla Firefox version 2.2 or later running on Windows, Mac, or Linux, as well as Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 or later. 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 6 of 10

Security Q. What are the primary security mechanisms in the Cisco 200 Series for protecting the network? A. The Cisco 200 Series Switches provide a medium level of security that helps the business safeguard the network from unauthorized users. Security features include: Support for advanced network security applications such as IEEE 802.1X port security, which tightly limits access to specific segments of the network Port security that locks MAC addresses to ports and limits the number of learned MAC addresses Q. How can the Cisco 200 Series be used to keep unauthorized users from accessing the network? A. The Cisco 200 Series supports the IEEE 802.1X standard, which works in conjunction with a RADIUS server to authenticate users as they access the network. The 802.1X standard is considered port-level security and is commonly used for wireless LANs. An additional protection method is port security, which limits access to the port based on MAC addresses, helping ensure that the appropriate user is on the network. Software Q. Is the Cisco 200 Series based on Cisco IOS Software? A. No, the internal operating system is VxWorks. Q. Are software bug fixes and enhancements available for the Cisco 200 Series? A. Yes, the standard warranty provides bug fixes for the duration of the warranty. Q. How does a customer get software updates for a Cisco 200 Series switch? A. The warranty provides software fixes. To download software, the customer will be required to log in using a Cisco.com username and password. They can obtain a username, if needed, by clicking Register at the top of any Cisco.com web page. Globalization Q. Are the Cisco 200 Series Switches globalized? A. Yes, most of the models in the Cisco 200 Series are available in seven languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and simplified Chinese. Q. What is offered in those languages? A. Most of the models offer the product user interfaces, technical documentation, and support in those languages. Warranty and Service Q. What is the warranty for the Cisco 200 Series? A. The Cisco 200 Series includes a limited lifetime warranty. This warranty offers: Limited lifetime warranty, excluding power supplies and fans. One-year complimentary end-user phone support through the Small Business Support Center during local business hours. One-year access to Cisco Online Customer Chat Support during local business hours. Free software fixes for the duration of the warranty. To download software fixes, go to www.cisco.com/cisco/web/download/index.html. Product warranty terms and other information applicable to Cisco products are available at www.cisco.com/go/warranty. 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 7 of 10

Q. What service contract is available for the Cisco 200 Series? A. Cisco 200 Series Switches are backed by the Cisco Small Business Support Service, which provides affordable peace-of-mind coverage. This service helps customers protect their investment and derive maximum value from Cisco Small Business products. Delivered by Cisco and backed by partners, this comprehensive service includes access to the Cisco Small Business Support Center and it extends technical support coverage to three years. Q. What support is available for the Cisco 200 Series? A. The Cisco 200 Series is supported by the Cisco Small Business Support Center. The Small Business Support Center is staffed with experienced technicians, trained in the needs of small business customers and valueadded reseller (VAR) partners. In addition, the Cisco Small Business Support Community is a collaborative space where users can share knowledge about small business networking and communications. To access the community, go to https://supportforums.cisco.com/community/netpro/small-business. Q. Are the Cisco 200 Series switches covered by Cisco SMARTnet Service? A. No, Cisco SMARTnet Service is not available for the Cisco 200 Series. The Cisco Small Business Support Service for the Cisco 200 Series offers additional service and software updates beyond the product s limited lifetime warranty to provide additional peace of mind. This service provides an additional three years of elephone support and three years of online chat support. Product Positioning Q. How are the Cisco 200 Series Switches positioned in comparison to the other switches in the Cisco Small Business category? A. The Cisco Small Business category comprises three types of switching products: unmanaged, smart, and managed switches. Cisco 100 Series Unmanaged Switches are designed for the do-it-yourself small business. The products work right out of the box and require no management. They are available in 5- to 24-port Fast and Gigabit Ethernet configurations, and all models feature QoS and a fanless design. These switches are available in both desktop and rack-mount sizes. The switches offer basic connectivity without advanced security features such as VLANs or port security. Cisco 200 Series Smart Switches are ideal for small businesses that need key switch features such as QoS and security but want a simple-to-manage product at a lower cost than a managed switch. They are available with 24 and 48 ports of Fast Ethernet and 8 to 50 ports of Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with PoE options. The Cisco 300 Series Managed Switches are a broad portfolio of affordable fixed-configuration, managed switches that provide a reliable foundation for the small business network. With 8 to 48 ports of Fast Ethernet (includes 2 or 4 Gigabit uplinks) and 10 to 52 ports of Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, these switches offer comprehensive switching options. Easy to configure and manage, the Cisco 300 Series provides the ideal combination of affordability, performance, and capabilities in a solution designed specifically for small businesses. 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 8 of 10

Table 7 summarizes the features of the switches in the Cisco Small Business portfolio. Table 7. Cisco Small Business Switching Portfolio Positioning Product Positioning Ports Configuration and Management Features Warranty and Support Cisco 100 Series Unmanaged Switches Reliable, easy-to-use switches that are ready to work out of the box and deliver basic connectivity 5- to 24-port Fast and Gigabit Ethernet models with PoE options No configuration or management required QoS on all models Energy-efficient design on Gigabit Ethernet models Desktop and rackmount models Limited lifetime warranty Cisco Small Business Support Service Cisco 200 Series Smart Switches Entry-level Layer 2 managed switch features at a lower cost and with simpler management than managed switches 24- and 48-port Fast Ethernet and 8- to 50-port Gigabit Ethernet models with PoE options Simple, basic webbased management tool Basic QoS and security Desktop and rackmount models Support for VLANs and port mirroring Limited lifetime warranty Cisco Small Business Support Service Cisco 300 Series Managed Switches Broad portfolio of switches with an optimal mix of features and performance at an affordable price 8- to 48-port Fast Ethernet and 10- to 52-port Gigabit Ethernet models with PoE options Simplified configuration and troubleshooting with web-based tools. Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support Small Business toolbar application Enhanced security, QoS, and availability Layer 3 switching between VLANs IPv6 support Energy-efficient design Limited lifetime warranty on product (including power supplies and fans) Next-business-day advance replacement (where available) Cisco Small Business Support Service Cisco ESW 500 Series Switches Purpose-built switches designed to easily integrate with the Cisco Small Business Communication System to deliver a complete network solution 8- to 48-port Fast and Gigabit Ethernet models with PoE options Simplified solutionbased configuration and management with Cisco Configuration Assistant Enhanced security, QoS, and availability 5-year enhanced warranty with nextbusiness-day advance replacement Cisco Small Business Support Servic Cisco Catalyst 2960 and Catalyst 2960-S Series Switches with LAN Lite software Entry-level IOS based switches with scalable network management, enhanced security and QoS 8- to 48-port Fast and Gigabit Ethernet models with PoE options Choice of management tools: CLI or Cisco Network Assistant Enhanced security, QoS, and availability Cisco EnergyWise Entry-level LAN Lite software for intelligent services Flexlink uplink options: 2 Gigabit Ethernet Limited lifetime warranty with unlimited software updates Cisco SMARTnet, Smart Care, and Smart Foundation service options Cisco Catalyst 2960 and Catalyst 2960-S Series Switches with LAN Base software Advanced network security, availability, scalability, and manageability for the most demanding business environments 8- to 48-port Fast and Gigabit Ethernet models and PoE Plus options that include up to a full 30W per port Choice of management tools: CLI or Cisco Network Assistant Enhanced LAN Base software for intelligent services Advanced QoS, security, and availability Cisco EnergyWise Flexlink uplink options: 4 Gigabit Ethernet or 2 10 Gigabit Ethernet Limited lifetime warranty with unlimited software updates Cisco SMARTnet, Smart Care, and Smart Foundation service options Cisco FlexStack technology, enabling stacked switches for resiliency and simplified management 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 9 of 10

Q. When do I sell the Cisco 200 Series versus the Cisco 300 Series switches? A. The Cisco 200 Series is ideal for small business customers that need more features than an unmanaged switch can provide, such as security and management, but are not quite ready for the cost and all the advanced features of a managed switch. A smart switch is not the same as a managed switch in that it provides only basic switch management and security features. The Cisco 200 Series is targeted for small businesses that require basic managed switches, but for whom value is a critical purchase factor. These products deliver the basic performance, features, and management that small businesses require, at an affordable price. Q. Why spend more money on a managed switch when the customer can buy a smart switch? A. Smart switches provide basic QoS, security, and management features. In an environment where the customer needs more intelligence from the network (such as the ability to closely control users, applications, and access), managed switches are highly recommended. Managed switches also deliver better scalability and more security, QoS, and management options. Additional Product Information Q. Where can I find product specifications and other information about the Cisco 200 Series Switches? A. For product literature such as data sheets and product specifications, visit www.cisco.com/go/200switches. Log in to Cisco.com and click on the For Partners tab for helpful positioning documents and selling tools. Printed in USA C67-637433-00 02/11 2011 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document is For Cisco Internal or Partner use only. Page 10 of 10