Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX 12-Port PoE IP Base | Compact Enterprise Switch — CON-ROB-MS13R8HW

Support powered edge devices with the Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX 12-port PoE IP Base switch. Its compact profile is well suited to branch offices, retail spaces, and distributed work areas where space is limited but network reliability still matters. With PoE support, this switch can simplify endpoint deployment by delivering data and power over a single cable to devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and other compatible network hardware. That reduces cabling complexity and helps keep installations cleaner in locations where every inch of rack or shelf space counts. The Catalyst 3560-CX family is a strong fit for organizations that want Cisco-managed switching at the edge without moving to a larger chassis or overbuilding the closet. The IP Base feature set aligns with common enterprise access requirements and gives IT teams a familiar operating model for day-to-day administration. For procurement teams, this model earns its place by matching capability to the deployment. It is compact, powered, and built for practical edge networking where a premium switch should save time, space, and installation effort. Ideal For Branch office access switching for phones and wireless access points Retail or satellite site deployments with limited rack space Edge network closets that need PoE without a large chassis Small enterprise access layers requiring Cisco-managed switching Why This Product 1 PoE support fits phones and access points on one cable 2 Compact footprint suits space-constrained edge closets 3 Cisco-managed platform supports enterprise operations 4 12-port design matches small-site access requirements