{"product_id":"me-3400eg-12cs-m","title":"Cisco ME-3400EG-12CS-M Managed Ethernet Access Switch","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBRAND NEW WITH FULL CISCO WARRANTY!!!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eCisco ME-3400EG-12CS-M\u003c\/b\u003e is a managed Ethernet access switch designed for enterprise and service-provider environments that require flexible copper and fiber connectivity. As part of the Cisco ME 3400E Series, this switch combines performance, reliability, and modularity for edge and access-layer deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt features \u003cb\u003e12 dual-purpose Gigabit Ethernet ports\u003c\/b\u003e, each configurable as either a 10\/100\/1000 Mbps RJ-45 copper port or an SFP fiber port, along with \u003cb\u003e4 dedicated SFP-based Gigabit Ethernet \/ 100BASE-X uplink ports\u003c\/b\u003e. This design allows network administrators to adapt connectivity based on site requirements without replacing hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith Cisco IOS-based management, the ME-3400EG-12CS-M supports advanced switching features such as VLAN segmentation, Quality of Service (QoS), multicast handling, and optional Layer 3 capabilities, making it suitable for carrier Ethernet access, aggregation, and enterprise edge networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features – Cisco ME-3400EG-12CS-M\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003ePorts:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o 12 dual-purpose ports (10\/100\/1000 Mbps RJ-45 or SFP)\u003cbr\u003e o 4 × SFP-based Gigabit Ethernet \/ 100BASE-X ports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003ePort Flexibility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o Dual-purpose design allows copper or fiber on the same physical port\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eSwitch Type:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o Managed Ethernet switch (Layer 2 with optional Layer 3 features)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eManagement:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o Cisco IOS software\u003cbr\u003e o CLI, SNMP, VLANs, QoS, multicast support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eMemory:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o 128 MB RAM\u003cbr\u003e o 32 MB flash memory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eMAC Address Table:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o Approximately 8,000 entries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eForm Factor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o 1U rack-mountable or desktop installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eReliability:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o Supports field-replaceable power supply options for improved uptime\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Carrier Ethernet access and aggregation networks\u003cbr\u003e• Enterprise branch and campus edge switching\u003cbr\u003e• Mixed copper and fiber access environments\u003cbr\u003e• Managed access networks requiring QoS and VLAN control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eDevice Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Managed Ethernet access switch\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eSwitching Mode:\u003c\/b\u003e Layer 2 (Layer 3 optional via software)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eCopper Ports:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 12 × 10\/100\/1000 Mbps\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eFiber Ports:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 16 total SFP ports (depending on configuration)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eRAM:\u003c\/b\u003e 128 MB\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eFlash:\u003c\/b\u003e 32 MB\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eMAC Address Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e ~8K\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 1.75 in\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eRack Units:\u003c\/b\u003e 1U\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 17.5 in\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 12 in\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 8.6 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Service providers delivering Ethernet access services\u003cbr\u003e• Enterprise networks requiring flexible port options\u003cbr\u003e• Edge and aggregation layers in managed network environments\u003cbr\u003e• Deployments requiring long-term reliability and modular design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarranty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Standard Cisco manufacturer warranty\u003cbr\u003e• Eligible for Cisco support and service contracts (as applicable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs – Cisco ME-3400EG-12CS-M\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ1: What is a dual-purpose port?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA1: A dual-purpose port can function as either a copper RJ-45 Ethernet port or an SFP fiber port, allowing flexible deployment based on cabling needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ2: How many total ports are available on this switch?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA2: The switch includes \u003cb\u003e12 dual-purpose ports\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003e4 dedicated SFP uplink ports\u003c\/b\u003e, supporting a mix of copper and fiber connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ3: Is this switch suitable for enterprise use?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA3: Yes. It supports VLANs, QoS, and full management features, making it suitable for enterprise edge and access networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ4: Does this switch support Layer 3 routing?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA4: By default, it operates as a Layer 2 switch. Optional software features can enable Layer 3 capabilities depending on deployment requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ5: Can the switch be rack-mounted?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA5: Yes. The ME-3400EG-12CS-M is a \u003cb\u003e1U rack-mountable\u003c\/b\u003e switch and can also be used in desktop installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ6: What type of environments is this switch best suited for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA6: It is ideal for carrier Ethernet, enterprise access networks, and environments requiring both copper and fiber connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cisco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54691330818339,"sku":"ME-3400EG-12CS-M","price":849.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/7487\/3891\/files\/1111_7007de0f-311a-4b0d-852e-5fdff36e0cff.jpg?v=1769643363","url":"https:\/\/www.chicagocomputersupply.com\/products\/me-3400eg-12cs-m","provider":"Chicago Computer Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}