Cisco WS-C3750X-12S-E - Catalyst 3750X 12-Port SFP Switch (IP Services)
The Cisco WS-C3750X-12S-E is a compact, stackable enterprise-class switch from the Catalyst 3750X Series, designed for high-performance fiber connectivity. Featuring 12 Gigabit SFP ports and advanced IP Services licensing, it delivers secure, scalable, and resilient networking for demanding enterprise environments.
🔧 Key Specifications
- Ports: 12x Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports (fiber-based, non-PoE)
- Uplinks: Modular network uplink option (supports 10G modules)
- Switching Capacity: 160 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: 35.7 Mpps
- Stacking: Cisco StackWise Plus technology (up to 9 switches, 64 Gbps stack bandwidth)
- Memory: 256 MB RAM, 64 MB Flash
- VLAN Support: Up to 4094 VLAN IDs
- Layer Features: Advanced Layer 2 switching, full Layer 3 routing with IP Services (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, PBR)
- Security: Port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, ACLs, TrustSec
- Dimensions: 1.75 x 17.5 x 18.0 in (1RU rack-mountable)
- Weight: Approx. 15 lb
- Power Supply: Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies supported
- Reliability: StackWise Plus resiliency, redundant fans, field-replaceable network modules
🧩 Ideal Use Cases
- Enterprise fiber aggregation and distribution layers
- Campus or branch deployments requiring secure, high-speed fiber connectivity
- Advanced Layer 3 routing with IP Services for complex enterprise networks
- Unified wired and wireless management with integrated controller functionality
⚙️ Licensing & Expansion
The WS-C3750X-12S-E runs Cisco IOS XE software with IP Services, enabling advanced Layer 3 routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) and policy-based routing. Expansion is enabled through modular uplink options and StackWise Plus technology, allowing seamless scalability and simplified administration.
