This data sheet provides a technical overview and deployment roadmap for the Cisco Business CBS350-8FP-E-2G and its specific 8-port high-power variants, customized for SKYRS infrastructure in Pakistan.
The CBS350-8FP-E-2G is a high-performance managed switch designed for small office spaces or decentralized workgroups that require significant Power over Ethernet (PoE+) capacity. Despite its compact, fanless design, it provides full Layer 3 routing capabilities and a robust power budget to support high-drain devices like Wi-Fi 6 access points and PTZ security cameras.
Total System Ports: 10
RJ-45 Ports: 8 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (Full PoE+ Enabled)
Uplink Ports: 2 x Gigabit Ethernet Combo (RJ-45 + SFP)
PoE Power Budget: 120W (Full PoE)
Switching Capacity: 20.0 Gbps
Forwarding Performance: 14.88 Mpps (64-byte packets)
Layer 3 Support: Wirespeed IPv4/IPv6 Static Routing (up to 990 routes)
Form Factor: Compact Desktop (Fanless for silent operation)
SKYRS maintains a specialized stock of these 8-port variants to ensure proper power allocation for various regional sites across Pakistan:
| Model Variant | PoE Power Budget | Uplink Type | Primary Application |
| CBS350-8FP-E-2G | 120W | 2 x Combo (GE/SFP) | High-density PoE for APs and PTZ Cameras. |
| CBS350-8P-E-2G | 67W | 2 x Combo (GE/SFP) | Standard office VoIP and Wi-Fi setups. |
| CBS350-8T-E-2G | None (Data Only) | 2 x Combo (GE/SFP) | Secure desktop clusters and server access. |
SKYRS specialized deployment teams ensure that every Cisco installation is hardened against the unique environmental and electrical challenges found in the Pakistani landscape.
Compact Integration: These units are ideal for wall-mounting or placement in small enclosures. SKYRS engineers ensure that even though the unit is fanless, it is placed with a 2-inch clearance to allow for passive heat dissipation during high-temperature months.
Environmental Protection: Given the high dust levels in urban centers like Karachi, SKYRS installs these switches in protected, ventilated cabinets to prevent hardware overheating.
Power Conditioning: To protect the internal 120W power supply from “load shedding” and grid surges, SKYRS mandates the use of pure sine-wave UPS systems or high-grade voltage stabilizers.
Configuration and logic setup are handled exclusively by SKYRS-certified professionals to guarantee network security and performance optimization.
VLAN & QoS Segmentation: Setting up dedicated VLANs for CCTV, Voice, and Data to ensure the 120W power budget is prioritized for critical security hardware.
Security Hardening: Implementing IEEE 802.1X port authentication, Access Control Lists (ACLs), and DHCP Snooping to prevent unauthorized network entry.
Advanced Routing: Configuring inter-VLAN routing directly on the switch to reduce the processing load on the primary branch router.
Centralized Monitoring: Integration with the Cisco Business Dashboard for 24/7 remote monitoring and health alerts across all SKYRS regional branches.
The Cisco CBS350-8FP-E-2G and its listed variants are available for procurement and managed deployment only at SKYRS within the Pakistan region.
Localized Inventory: Stock is held in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad for rapid regional dispatch.
Exclusive Warranty: SKYRS provides a localized limited lifetime warranty, including on-site technical support and immediate hardware replacement.
Expertise: All deployments are carried out by SKYRS-certified engineers to ensure compliance with global Cisco standards and SKYRS-specific security protocols.
The Cisco CBS350-8FP-E-2G all variants offer superior reliability compared to MikroTik, H3C, or Aruba. While MikroTik is affordable, Cisco provides better Layer 3 hardware offloading for complex call center routing. Huawei and Ruijie offer similar port densities but often lack the seamless Cisco VLAN configuration ease. Palo Alto focuses on high-end security, whereas the CBS350 series balances performance with essential security licenses.
| Feature | Cisco CBS350-8FP-E-2G | Typical Competitor (MikroTik/H3C) |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Capacity | 20 Gbps | 16 – 20 Gbps |
| PoE Power Budget | 120W (Full PoE+) | Often 60W – 100W |
| Forwarding Rate | 14.88 Mpps | Varies by Model |
| Management | Intuitive Dashboard / CLI | Often CLI Intensive |
Manufacturer Link: Official Cisco CBS350-8FP-E-2G Datasheet
Internal Link: Buy Cisco CBS350-8FP-E-2G at Skyrs.com.pk