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When your network needs to support more devices, faster Wi-Fi, and higher power at the edge—without adding complexity—switching becomes a strategic investment in your future. The Cisco switching portfolio, including our new Cisco Catalyst 1300X Series Switches, is designed to meet evolving needs by providing secure, reliable, and easy-to-manage networking for small and medium-sized environments.
These fixed, managed Layer 3 switches are built for lean IT teams and branch offices. They’re designed to be simple, flexible, and secure—and to fit naturally into modern access-layer deployments.
Scale with high-performance access switching
Cisco Catalyst 1300X Series Switches
Catalyst 1300X Series Switches are the latest addition to our portfolio of access switches with a Linux-based operating system. They maintain the core strengths of the original Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series Switches while adding key enhancements to meet the evolving connectivity needs of smaller organizations and branch office networks.
Features include:
- Up to 60W Power over Ethernet (PoE++) to support high-performance devices, including Wi-Fi 7 access points
- 2.5 Gbps and 5 Gbps multigigabit ports to enable faster Wi-Fi 7 connectivity over existing cabling
- Enhanced stacking capabilities for up to eight units to operate as a single logical device
- Advanced routing features to support more complex branch network topologies
- Security capabilities such as IEEE 802.1X, port security, and web-based authentication
By supporting up to 60W per port, these switches power next-generation devices such as advanced Wi-Fi access points, cameras, and digital signage without requiring additional power infrastructure. This simplifies network design and reduces deployment costs while enhancing flexibility and scalability.
The inclusion of 2.5 Gbps and 5 Gbps multigigabit ports enables Catalyst 1300X Series Switches to deliver speeds beyond traditional 1G Ethernet over existing cabling. This supports increasing bandwidth requirements from modern wireless access points and other high-speed devices, reduces network bottlenecks, and helps preserve infrastructure investments by avoiding costly cable upgrades.
For those expanding their footprint, front-panel stacking allows up to eight switches to be managed as a single logical device. This ensures continued simplification of network management even while increasing resiliency and providing up to 50 Gbps of stacking throughput. Together, these enhancements help growing businesses and branch networks keep pace with changing performance and power requirements—while protecting existing infrastructure investments.
Simplify day-to-day operations
Catalyst 1300X Series Switches bring advanced connectivity capabilities to networks—helping businesses stay agile in a rapidly changing landscape. With management controls unified through web-based configuration, the Cisco Business mobile app, and Cisco Business Dashboard, you can deploy, monitor, and maintain your network efficiently, even with limited IT resources.
To help your team move even faster, the new Cisco AI Assistant in the Cisco Business Dashboard provides powerful tools to troubleshoot issues, answer device queries, and surface real-time insights directly in the dashboard. This AI-driven support can help improve operational efficiency and simplify network management by making it easier to find answers and take action instantly.
Achieve immediate and long-term value
Like Cisco Catalyst 1200 and 1300 Series Switches, Catalyst 1300X Series Switches do not require licenses to be purchased and software updates are available at no additional cost. These switches come with a limited lifetime warranty and include one year of free phone support to ensure your investment is protected.
You shouldn’t have to choose between advanced features or your budget. Cisco Catalyst 1300X Series Switches offer the security and performance that your branch needs to keep your team connected and productive—without breaking the bank. When you’re modernizing your network and value is a top priority, Catalyst 1300X Series Switches are a smart, secure choice.
