Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches

SKU: IEM-3500-8S= | Part #: IEM-3500-8S= | MPN: IEM-3500-8S=

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About the Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module

Cisco IE3500 w/ 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module is a Cisco Network Switch built for industrial automation and edge computing environments requiring high-density fiber connectivity. This expansion module delivers ruggedized performance in temperature-extreme and electromagnetically noisy installations.

Key Features:

  • 8 Gigabit Ethernet SFP uplink ports for fiber redundancy
  • Hot-swappable expansion architecture for modular deployments
  • Cisco IOS XE operating system with advanced QoS and security
  • Wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 70°C)
  • DIN-rail mount compatibility for industrial enclosures

Ideal for:

  • Manufacturing and process control networks
  • Oil & gas pipeline automation and SCADA systems
  • Utility and power grid edge connectivity
  • Remote IIoT data aggregation hubs

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Switches
SKUIEM-3500-8S=
Part NumberIEM-3500-8S=
ConditionNew
Ports8 x GE SFP
Operating Temperature-40°C to 70°C
MountingDIN-rail

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module

What does the Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module do?

The Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module?

Key specifications for the Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module: new condition; ports 8 x GE SFP; operating temperature -40°C to 70°C; mounting DIN-rail. Manufacturer part number IEM-3500-8S=. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco IE3500 with 8 GE SFP ports, Expansion Module interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.