IE-3400H-8T-E Cisco Catalyst IE3400 8-Port Managed Network Switch

Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Managed Network Switch Overview

The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E is a high-performance, wall-mountable managed switch designed for industrial and enterprise network environments. Featuring 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports, it ensures reliable connectivity and advanced traffic management capabilities.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Cisco
• Part Number or SKU#: IE-3400H-8T-E
• Device Type: Managed Switch
• Port Count: 8 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
• Enclosure: Wall-mountable
• Memory: 4 GB RAM, 1.5 GB Flash
• Built-in Storage: SD Card Reader

Performance & Capacity

• MAC Address Table: 8,000 entries
• Queues: 8
• VLAN IDs: 256
• STP Instances: 128
• ACL Capacity: 1,500 entries
• IGMP Groups: 1,000

Routing & Protocol Support

• IGMPv2, IGMPv3, MSTP, RSTP, STP
• IPv4 & IPv6 support
• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Per-VLAN Spanning Tree Plus (PVST+)
• Resilient Ethernet Protocol (REP) for network redundancy

Remote Management & Security

• SNMP v1, v2, v3; RMON; Telnet; HTTP; SSH; SCP; TFTP
• Secure Shell (SSH) authentication, Radius, Tacacs+
• Encryption: 256-bit AES
• 802.1x network access control
• Port security, IP Source Guard, Dynamic ARP Inspection

Advanced Features

• DHCP and BootP support
• QoS for traffic prioritization
• Broadcast, multicast, and unicast storm control
• DHCP snooping, relay, and server capabilities
• Smartport technology, Voice VLAN, Guest VLAN
• BPDU Guard, Dying Gasp, IGMP Filtering, IGMP Snooping
• Precision Time Protocol (PTP), CIP Sync (IEEE 1588), ICMP support

Connectivity & Expansion

• 8 x Gigabit LAN (4-pin) ports
• 1 x Console port
• 2 x Alarm ports
• 1 expansion slot available for SD memory card

Power Requirements

• Internal power supply
• Input Voltage: DC 9.6–60 V
• Current: 3.2 A
• Operational Power Consumption: 32.2 W

Industry Standards Compliance

• IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3z, 802.3ab
• IEEE 802.1d, 802.1q, 802.1p, 802.1w, 802.1s
• IEEE 802.3x, 802.3ad (LACP), 802.1x, 802.3ah, 802.1ab (LLDP)
• IEEE 1588v2 for precise time synchronization

Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Catalyst IE3400 Series

The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Catalyst IE3400 series represents a pivotal advancement in industrial networking solutions, specifically designed for challenging environments where reliability, scalability, and robust performance are crucial. This wall-mountable, DC-powered network switch is engineered for industrial automation, transportation, and critical infrastructure sectors, ensuring uninterrupted data transmission even under extreme conditions. The series emphasizes high availability, efficient traffic management, and advanced security features, making it an essential component for modern industrial network deployments.

Industrial-Grade Reliability and Performance

The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E is built to withstand harsh industrial environments, offering exceptional resistance to temperature fluctuations, vibration, and electrical interference. The device is certified for use in demanding applications and complies with rigorous industrial standards. It supports a wide operating temperature range, ensuring reliable network connectivity from sub-zero conditions to extreme heat, which is critical for industries such as manufacturing plants, oil and gas operations, and transportation systems.

Rugged Wall-Mountable Design

The wall-mountable design of the Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E allows flexible installation in tight spaces or control cabinets. This compact and robust chassis not only saves valuable floor space but also protects the device from accidental damage, dust, and debris. The durable construction is engineered for high-density deployments where multiple switches may be installed within constrained industrial facilities. The wall-mountable capability ensures that network equipment can be safely installed near operational machinery or along factory walls without compromising safety or accessibility.

DC Power Flexibility

With support for DC power input, the Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E ensures seamless integration with industrial power systems, which often rely on DC sources for stable and uninterrupted operations. This feature enhances energy efficiency, minimizes downtime risks due to power fluctuations, and allows integration with backup power systems, ensuring continuous network availability in mission-critical applications. The ability to operate on DC power aligns with industrial power distribution standards and reduces the dependency on AC power adapters, enhancing overall operational resilience.

Advanced Networking Capabilities

The Catalyst IE3400 series delivers advanced networking features that simplify network management, improve performance, and enhance scalability. It provides eight managed ports, ensuring robust connectivity for industrial devices, sensors, and controllers. Each port supports high-speed Ethernet, facilitating real-time data exchange essential for automated processes and industrial applications that require low latency and high throughput.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Functionality

These industrial switches offer both Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing capabilities, enabling seamless integration into existing enterprise networks. Layer 2 functionalities such as VLAN segmentation, spanning tree protocols, and link aggregation enhance network efficiency and prevent broadcast storms. Layer 3 capabilities allow for advanced routing between subnets, facilitating scalable network architectures and improving data flow between multiple industrial sites. The combination of Layer 2 and Layer 3 features provides flexibility for industrial engineers to design networks that are both reliable and optimized for high-performance applications.

Enhanced Traffic Management

To handle the demanding data traffic of modern industrial systems, the Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E includes advanced traffic management features such as Quality of Service (QoS), traffic prioritization, and rate limiting. These features ensure that critical data packets from automation controllers, safety systems, or SCADA networks are transmitted with minimal delay, maintaining real-time operational integrity. Traffic management capabilities also prevent network congestion, optimize bandwidth allocation, and improve overall network efficiency, which is critical for high-availability industrial environments.

Robust Security Features

Industrial networks are often exposed to both physical and cyber threats, making security a top priority. The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Catalyst IE3400 series includes comprehensive security mechanisms to protect sensitive data and maintain operational integrity. Network security features include support for IEEE 802.1X authentication, dynamic ARP inspection, and port security, which prevent unauthorized access to the network and protect against potential cyber attacks.

Network Segmentation and Isolation

Virtual LANs (VLANs) allow for effective network segmentation, ensuring that different operational units, such as production lines and administrative systems, remain isolated. This isolation mitigates the risk of network propagation of faults or security breaches, keeping industrial operations running smoothly. The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E supports flexible VLAN configurations, enabling administrators to create tailored network topologies that enhance both security and performance.

Integrated Threat Defense

The industrial switch is equipped with advanced intrusion prevention and threat detection capabilities, enabling proactive monitoring and rapid response to potential security events. These features are crucial in preventing unauthorized access, mitigating cyber threats, and ensuring compliance with industrial cybersecurity standards. With integrated threat defense, the Catalyst IE3400 series offers peace of mind for operations that demand high levels of reliability and protection against evolving cyber risks.

Scalability and Modular Expansion

The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Catalyst IE3400 series is designed with scalability in mind, allowing for seamless expansion of industrial networks as operational demands grow. Additional switches can be deployed and integrated into existing networks without complex reconfiguration, ensuring smooth network scaling. The Catalyst IE3400 series also supports stacking and high-availability features, which allow multiple switches to operate as a single logical unit, simplifying management and increasing resilience against network failures.

Future-Proof Industrial Networking

With support for emerging networking standards and protocols, the Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E ensures that industrial networks remain future-proof. The switch supports IPv6, industrial protocol encapsulation, and time-sensitive networking (TSN), enabling deterministic communication and synchronization for critical industrial applications. These features are essential for industries that rely on precision automation, real-time monitoring, and predictive maintenance systems, ensuring operational continuity and efficiency in evolving industrial environments.

Time-Sensitive Networking for Real-Time Operations

Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) support in the Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E provides deterministic communication for latency-sensitive industrial applications. TSN enables precise time synchronization across devices, facilitating the coordination of automated machinery, robotics, and control systems. This capability ensures consistent and predictable data delivery, which is crucial for applications such as industrial automation, intelligent transportation systems, and energy management solutions. By enabling low-latency communication, TSN support positions the Catalyst IE3400 series as a key enabler of Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Comprehensive Management and Monitoring

Managing industrial networks efficiently requires sophisticated tools and intuitive interfaces. The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Catalyst IE3400 series offers a range of management options, including command-line interface (CLI), web-based management, and SNMP integration. These tools allow network administrators to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the network in real-time, minimizing downtime and ensuring optimal performance. The switch also supports Cisco DNA Center integration, enabling centralized management, network analytics, and policy-based automation, streamlining operations in large-scale industrial environments.

Proactive Diagnostics and Maintenance

The Catalyst IE3400 series features built-in diagnostic capabilities that proactively identify potential network issues before they impact operations. These diagnostics include real-time monitoring of link status, environmental conditions, and hardware health, providing actionable insights for predictive maintenance. By enabling proactive identification of potential faults, industrial operators can reduce maintenance costs, prevent unexpected downtime, and ensure continuous production efficiency.

Seamless Integration with Industrial IoT

The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Catalyst IE3400 series is designed to support Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) deployments, connecting sensors, controllers, and edge devices to centralized systems. The switch provides secure and high-performance connectivity for IIoT applications, enabling real-time data collection, analytics, and automation. Its robust industrial design ensures reliable operation in environments with harsh conditions, making it an ideal choice for smart factories, transportation networks, and energy management systems.

Integration with Automation Protocols

The Catalyst IE3400 supports various industrial automation protocols, including Modbus TCP, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and OPC UA, allowing seamless communication between diverse devices and control systems. This protocol flexibility ensures interoperability with legacy and modern industrial equipment, facilitating smooth upgrades and network modernization initiatives. By supporting a wide range of industrial protocols, the Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E simplifies network deployment and ensures efficient data flow across heterogeneous industrial environments.

Environmental and Energy Considerations

The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Catalyst IE3400 series is designed with energy efficiency and environmental sustainability in mind. Its DC-powered operation reduces energy consumption, while advanced power management features optimize power usage across network devices. The switch's industrial-grade components are engineered for longevity and reliability, minimizing electronic waste and ensuring sustainable network operations. By focusing on energy efficiency, Cisco helps industrial operators reduce operational costs and contribute to environmentally responsible practices.

Compliance with Industrial Standards

The Catalyst IE3400 series complies with a wide array of international industrial standards, ensuring safe and reliable operation in diverse environments. Compliance with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), environmental, and safety standards ensures that the switch can be deployed across global industrial markets without concerns about interference or operational risks. This adherence to standards underscores Cisco's commitment to delivering dependable and compliant industrial networking solutions for enterprises worldwide.

Longevity and Lifecycle Management

Industrial networks require components that can operate reliably over extended periods. The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E offers extended lifecycle support, including firmware updates, security patches, and technical assistance, ensuring long-term network stability. Lifecycle management features allow industrial operators to plan upgrades, replacements, and expansions efficiently, reducing operational disruptions and maintaining consistent network performance throughout the switch's service life.

Applications Across Multiple Industries

The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E Catalyst IE3400 series serves a wide range of industrial applications, offering tailored solutions for each sector. In manufacturing, the switch ensures reliable communication between production lines, sensors, and supervisory control systems, supporting real-time monitoring and automation. In transportation, it enables seamless data exchange across traffic control systems, signaling infrastructure, and onboard networks, enhancing operational safety and efficiency. In energy and utilities, the switch facilitates communication between remote substations, renewable energy sources, and centralized control centers, ensuring reliable and secure data transmission.

Smart Factory Deployments

In smart factories, the Catalyst IE3400 series acts as the backbone for Industry 4.0 initiatives. By providing deterministic networking, high availability, and robust security, the switch enables real-time control of robotics, automated machinery, and data analytics platforms. It ensures that manufacturing processes remain efficient, flexible, and adaptive to changing production demands, supporting predictive maintenance, quality control, and optimized resource allocation.

Transportation and Infrastructure Integration

The Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E is ideally suited for transportation networks, including rail, subway, and roadway systems. Its rugged design, advanced networking capabilities, and support for industrial protocols enable reliable communication between signaling systems, surveillance networks, and operational control centers. The switch ensures continuous operation, even under harsh environmental conditions, enhancing safety and efficiency across transportation infrastructures.

Energy and Utility Networks

In energy generation, distribution, and utility operations, the Catalyst IE3400 series provides a secure and resilient communication backbone. It enables real-time monitoring of power generation units, substations, and grid management systems. The switch’s industrial-grade reliability and robust security features ensure uninterrupted operations and protection against cyber threats, making it an essential component for modern energy networks and smart grid implementations.

Edge and Remote Deployment Capabilities

For remote industrial sites, the Cisco IE-3400H-8T-E supports edge computing integration, providing reliable connectivity and local processing capabilities. This reduces latency, minimizes bandwidth usage, and enables real-time decision-making at the network edge. Edge deployment capabilities are essential for industries with distributed operations, such as mining, oil and gas, and renewable energy, where consistent connectivity is critical for operational efficiency and safety.