{"product_id":"me-3400eg-2cs-a","title":"Cisco ME-3400EG-2CS-A 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-2CS-A\u003c\/b\u003e is a compact, managed Ethernet access switch from the Cisco ME 3400E Series designed for service provider and enterprise edge deployments. It provides flexible connectivity options with \u003cb\u003e2 dual-purpose Gigabit ports\u003c\/b\u003e that can operate as copper or fiber interfaces and additional \u003cb\u003euplink SFP ports\u003c\/b\u003e for scalable network integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith a robust Cisco IOS software heritage, the ME-3400EG-2CS-A supports advanced switching, Quality of Service (QoS), VLAN segmentation, and optional enhanced feature sets for carrier-class services. Its compact form factor and managed feature set make it ideal for access aggregation, branch connectivity, and mixed copper\/fiber network environments where reliability and management control are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features – Cisco ME-3400EG-2CS-A\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003ePorts:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e o 2 dual-purpose Gigabit Ethernet ports (configurable as 10\/100\/1000 Mbps RJ-45 or SFP interfaces)\u003cbr\u003e o Additional SFP uplink ports for fiber-based connectivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003ePort Flexibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Dual-purpose ports allow either copper or fiber usage on the same physical interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• \u003cb\u003eSwitch Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Managed Ethernet switch with Cisco IOS software\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eManagement Features:\u003c\/b\u003e VLANs, QoS, SNMP, CLI support, RMON and standard enterprise switching commands\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eMemory \u0026amp; Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard memory and flash for configuration and firmware\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eForm Factor:\u003c\/b\u003e Compact 1U rack\/desktop installation\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eReliability:\u003c\/b\u003e Enterprise-grade construction with managed controls and hardware durability\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 networks\u003cbr\u003e• Small enterprise edge switch deployments\u003cbr\u003e• Branch office connectivity with mixed copper\/fiber links\u003cbr\u003e• Managed service provider network access points\u003cbr\u003e• Utility and industrial metering networks requiring manageable switch fabric\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications (Typical)\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 with advanced IOS images)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eDual-Purpose Ports:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 Gb ports configurable as copper or SFP\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eUplink Ports:\u003c\/b\u003e SFP-based Gigabit interfaces\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eManagement:\u003c\/b\u003e SNMP, CLI, RMON, Telnet, SSH\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eMAC Address Table:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard enterprise size\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eVLAN Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eQoS Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\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 ~1.75 in (approx.)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eRack Units:\u003c\/b\u003e 1U\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e ~17.5 in (approx.)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e ~8–12 in (varies by exact variant)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e ~5–8 lbs (approx.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eExact physical dimensions and weight vary by specific configuration.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Service provider access aggregation\u003cbr\u003e• Enterprise branch or edge distribution\u003cbr\u003e• Mixed media (copper + fiber) connectivity requirements\u003cbr\u003e• Managed switching environments with VLAN\/QoS needs\u003cbr\u003e• Spaces where compact, managed access gear is needed\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• Optional service plans available through Cisco support programs\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs – Cisco ME-3400EG-2CS-A\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ1: What is a “dual-purpose port” on this switch?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA1: A dual-purpose port can function as either a copper Ethernet port (RJ-45) \u003cb\u003eor\u003c\/b\u003e a fiber SFP port — providing flexibility to use the type of connection best suited to the location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ2: How many active ports does this switch provide?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA2: It provides \u003cb\u003e2 dual-purpose Gigabit ports\u003c\/b\u003e along with additional SFP uplinks — allowing mixed use of copper and fiber connectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ3: Is this switch managed or unmanaged?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA3: It is a \u003cb\u003emanaged switch\u003c\/b\u003e, meaning administrators can configure VLANs, QoS, and monitor\/manage via standard network management tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ4: Can this switch handle VLANs and Quality of Service?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA4: Yes — it supports standard enterprise VLAN segmentation and QoS features for traffic prioritization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ5: Is it suitable for both enterprise and service provider environments?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA5: Yes — its Cisco IOS software platform and flexible port options make it suitable for both enterprise edge access and service provider Ethernet access applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ6: Can this switch be rack mounted?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA6: Yes. It is designed for \u003cb\u003e1U rackmount or desktop mounting\u003c\/b\u003e for flexible installation in network closets and edge rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cisco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54694242189603,"sku":"ME-3400EG-2CS-A","price":1143.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/7487\/3891\/files\/1-Jan29.jpg?v=1769678658","url":"https:\/\/www.chicagocomputersupply.com\/products\/me-3400eg-2cs-a","provider":"Chicago Computer Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}