Cisco Industrial Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: IE-9320-26S2C-A | Part #: IE-9320-26S2C-A | MPN: IE-9320-26S2C-A
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About the Cisco Industrial Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Switch
The Cisco Industrial Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Switch (part number IE-9320-26S2C-A) features dual redundant DC power inputs (9.6–60 VDC), ensuring continuous operation in mission-critical industrial environments where power supply failover is non-negotiable. This fanless, passive cooling design eliminates maintenance burden while the DIN-rail and rack-mountable form factor delivers deployment flexibility across confined or standard cabinet spaces. Network engineers and industrial IT teams will appreciate the 28-port architecture: 24 × 1G SFP fiber access ports, 2 × 1G/10G SFP+ fixed uplinks, and 2 × combo Gigabit SFP ports—delivering 56 Gbps switching capacity and approximately 41.7 Mpps forwarding rate for latency-sensitive industrial protocols.
Built on Cisco IOS XE, the IE9300 supports comprehensive Layer 3 routing (static routing, RIPv2, OSPFv2, IS-IS), high-availability protocols (REP, Rapid PVST+, EtherChannel with LACP/PAGP), and hardened security including MACsec IEEE 802.1AE hardware encryption, IEEE 802.1X port-based access control, and RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication. Cisco Cyber Vision integration enables real-time visibility into EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, and DNP3 traffic—critical for hazardous area plants and SCADA-dependent operations. Rated for –40°C to +70°C operating conditions and certified to IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613, ATEX Zone 2 / Class I Div 2, IEC 62443, CE, and UL standards, this switch bridges enterprise-grade reliability with industrial durability. Management options span Cisco DNA Center, CLI, NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, and SNMPv1/v2c/v3.
Typical Industrial Deployment Scenarios
- Oil & gas SCADA networks requiring hazardous-area certification and EtherNet/IP protocol inspection across distributed control systems
- Utility substations and renewable energy facilities needing IEC 61850-3 compliance with redundant DC power and extended temperature tolerance
- Pharmaceutical and food processing plants where passive cooling eliminates contamination risks in clean-room or washdown environments
- Railway and transportation hubs demanding ATEX compliance and high-availability Ethernet switching for mission-critical signaling
- Mining operations with extreme temperature swings, dust, and vibration requiring fanless, DIN-rail-mountable industrial-grade architecture
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | IE-9320-26S2C-A |
| Part Number | IE-9320-26S2C-A |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturer Part Number | IE-9320-26S2C-A |
| Series | Cisco Industrial Catalyst IE9300 |
| Form Factor | DIN-rail and rack-mountable; fanless passive cooling design |
| Total Ports | 28 (24 x SFP + 2 x combo SFP/SFP+ uplinks + 2 x SFP+ uplinks) |
| SFP Access Ports | 24 x 1G SFP fiber ports |
| Uplink Ports | 2 x 1G/10G SFP+ fixed uplinks; 2 x combo Gigabit SFP |
| Switching Capacity | 56 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Approximately 41.7 Mpps |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Power Input | Dual redundant DC power inputs (9.6–60 VDC) |
| Software | Cisco IOS XE |
| Management | Cisco DNA Center, CLI, NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, SNMP v1/v2c/v3 |
| Security Features | MACsec (IEEE 802.1AE) hardware encryption, IEEE 802.1X port-based access control, RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication, Control Plane Policing (CoPP) |
| Layer 3 Routing | Static routing, RIPv2, OSPFv2, IS-IS (feature set dependent on license tier) |
| High Availability | Resilient Ethernet Protocol (REP), Rapid PVST+, EtherChannel (LACP/PAGP) |
| Industrial Protocol Visibility | Cisco Cyber Vision integration for EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, DNP3 inspection |
| Compliance / Certifications | IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613, ATEX Zone 2 / Class I Div 2, IEC 62443, CE, UL |
| Mounting | DIN-rail (EN 50022) or 19-inch rack with optional kit |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Industrial Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Switch
Does the Cisco Industrial Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Switch support our SFP transceivers?
Most enterprise switches ship without transceivers; we quote vendor-matched optics alongside the switch (Cisco-genuine for Catalyst/Nexus, HPE/Aruba-genuine for CX, Juniper-genuine for QFX/EX). Third-party MSA-compatible options are also available at lower cost — specify preference in the RFQ.
Do you provide stacking / VPC / MLAG configuration help?
Yes — our network engineers can pre-stage stacking, VPC pairs, MLAG, EVPN-VXLAN, or fabric extender configurations in advance, or provide remote commissioning. Add commissioning to your RFQ.
What software licensing is included?
Switch software licensing varies by vendor. Cisco DNA / Cisco DCNM, Aruba CX licensing tiers, Juniper Premium, NVIDIA Cumulus — we quote the licensing tier matched to your features (BGP-EVPN, telemetry, automation). No surprises later.
Is the support global?
Yes — manufacturer hardware support is global (return-to-vendor or advance replacement depending on tier). For 24x7 same-day on-site replacement, attach a SmartNet / Foundation Care / J-Care contract during quoting.