Brand: Cisco · SKU: CGS-2520-24TC · MPN: CGS-2520-24TC · Category: Networking
The Cisco CGS-2520-24TC is a rugged Ethernet switch designed for harsh environments, particularly in the energy and utility industries such as substation applications, renewable generation, oil and gas, and water infrastructure. It supports Cisco IOS Software (LAN Base or IP Services image options) for integrated security (NERC/CIP compliance), QoS, and network management. It features 24 10/100BaseTX ports and two dual-purpose Gigabit Ethernet uplinks (selectable between copper or fiber SFP). The design is convection-cooled with no moving parts for high reliability and compliance with IEEE 1613 and IEC-61850-3 substation standards. It supports advanced features like REP, Flexlink, 802.1x, and various OAM protocols.
| Cooling | Convection cooled (No fans) |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable (1U) |
| PoE Support | No (for RJ-45 ports) |
| Uplink Ports | 2 x Dual-purpose Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000BaseTX or SFP) |
| Primary Ports | 24 x 10/100BaseTX |
| Expansion Slots | 2 x SFP slots |
| Forwarding Rate | 6.5 mpps |
| Forwarding Bandwidth | 8.8 Gbps |
| Warranty | Minimum 90-day warranty reported for refurbished units. |
| Weight | 9.1lb (4.1 kg) (without power supply unit) |
| Dimensions | 1.75 (1 Rack Unit) x 17.5 x 14.0 in. (4.45 x 44.5 x 35.6 cm) |
The Cisco CGS-2520-24TC is a utility-grade managed switch engineered for high reliability in rugged industrial environments like power substations. It offers 24 Fast Ethernet ports and flexible Gigabit uplink options, managed via Cisco IOS Software with a focus on security, QoS, and industrial compliance standards (IEEE 1613/IEC-61850-3).
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This Cisco CGS-2520-24TC Connected Grid Switch includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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