Access ports and uplinks
Compare the number and speed of device-facing ports with the speed and type of uplinks. Confirm the precise switch SKU, compatible optics and any stacking requirements rather than choosing on port count alone.
Cisco Switching
Cisco Network Switches — Catalyst Supplier in the UK
Overview
Cisco Network Switches — Catalyst Supplier in the UK
Cisco switching is the backbone of most estates we quote. We supply Catalyst access and aggregation switches with the right PoE budget, uplink type and licence tier for the site — and we size them on what you actually plug in, not on a headline port count.
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UK buying guide
Before You Buy Cisco for a UK Site
Compare the exact hardware, licensing and compatibility—not just the product family or headline price.
PoE is more than a tick box
For phones, cameras and access points, check both the power available per port and the total power budget of the selected model and power-supply configuration. A non-PoE variant will not power those devices.
Software and replacement planning
Specify required switching features and management mode, then verify software entitlement and lifecycle dates for the exact model before committing to a replacement or expansion.
What to include in your UK quote request
- Exact model or part number, quantity and whether this is a new site, expansion or replacement.
- UK installation postcode, required date and any existing equipment or management platform.
- Required licence and support term, compatible power supplies, optics, mounting kits and UK power leads where applicable.
- Request an itemised quotation showing hardware, licences, support, delivery and VAT treatment; confirm availability and lead time before ordering.
Manufacturer references
Official Cisco UK product guides and Cisco Meraki documentation. Check the current datasheet for your exact model before purchase.
Which Cisco Switch Range Fits Your Site
The Catalyst line splits cleanly by what the switch has to do — plug in users and access points, aggregate floors, or carry the core. Tell us the port count, PoE devices and uplink type and we will name the model.
- Catalyst 1000 — small offices and branch cabinets, 8 to 48 ports, fixed uplinks
- Catalyst 9200 / 9200L — mainstream access switching with stacking and PoE+
- Catalyst 9300 — head office access and aggregation, UPOE, modular uplinks, StackWise
- Catalyst 9500 — core and data-centre aggregation with 10/25/40G uplinks
| Deployment | Typical site | Ports and power | Uplinks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catalyst 1000 | Branch office, retail unit, single comms cabinet | 8–48 ports, PoE+ options up to 740W | Fixed 1G / 10G SFP |
| Catalyst 9200 | Floor access switching, schools, mid-sized offices | 24–48 ports, PoE+ with stacking | Modular 1G / 10G uplinks |
| Catalyst 9300 | Head office access and aggregation, high AP density | 24–48 ports, PoE+ / UPOE, StackWise-480 | 10G / 25G / 40G modular |
PoE Budget, Stacking and Uplinks Quoted Properly
Most switch quotes go wrong on power and optics. We work out the real PoE draw of your access points, cameras and phones, add the stacking cables and the transceivers, and quote the whole cabinet so nothing is missing on install day.
- PoE+ and UPOE budgets calculated against your actual device list
- StackWise cables, redundant power supplies and rail kits included in the quote
- Genuine Cisco or compatible optics and DACs for the uplinks you run
- DNA Essentials or Advantage licensing explained in plain terms
Configured Before It Ships
We can pre-stage VLANs, trunking, voice VLANs, port profiles and management access so the switch arrives ready to rack. Existing configurations are migrated and documented, and we keep spares on the same firmware train.
- VLAN, trunk and voice-VLAN configuration built before dispatch
- Migration from legacy Catalyst 2960 and 3750 estates
- Firmware alignment across the estate and documented running config
FAQs
Questions We Are Asked Most
Which Cisco switch do I need for 48 users and wireless access points?
Usually a 48-port Catalyst 9200 or 9300 with PoE+. The deciding factor is the power your access points and cameras draw together, plus whether you need 10G uplinks back to the core. Send us the device list and we will size it.
Do your Cisco switches come with a warranty?
Yes. Everything is sourced through authorised supply channels, arrives with the serial registered, and carries the Cisco warranty. SmartNet support can be quoted alongside.
Can you supply transceivers and stacking cables too?
Yes — we quote the full cabinet, including optics, DACs, StackWise cables, redundant PSUs and mounting, so there is nothing to chase after delivery.
Get a Quote
Request a Cisco Switch Quote
Send the models, quantities and site details and we will come back with availability, lead time and a tailored quote.
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Cisco Catalyst network switches supplied, licensed and configured across the UK. Catalyst 1000, 9200, 9300 and PoE models sized for your port count, with same-week quotes.