Cisco IE3500 SNTC 8x5xNBD 8 GE Copper 4PPoE 3 10G | Support — CON-SNT-IE3500UX

Protect industrial network uptime with Cisco SNTC-8X5XNBD support for the IE3500 platform. This service is built for operations where switch failure can interrupt production, field connectivity, or plant-floor control traffic. With 8x5xNBD coverage, teams get a defined support path that helps restore service without waiting for ad hoc escalation. The coverage is aligned to the IE3500 family with 8 GE copper ports, 4PPoE capability, and 3 10G uplinks, making it a fit for access-layer deployments that carry both endpoint power and higher-speed aggregation traffic. That matters in industrial environments where switch selection is driven by reliability, port mix, and serviceability as much as raw throughput. For infrastructure and procurement teams, this support package adds value by reducing operational uncertainty. It is not just about warranty replacement; it is about keeping a critical Cisco switching platform under a support model that matches the cost of downtime. When the network is part of the production system, service coverage becomes part of the architecture. Ideal For Supporting Cisco IE3500 switches in industrial access networks Maintaining plant-floor connectivity for powered endpoints and control devices Covering uplink-heavy edge switching deployments with 10G aggregation Reducing downtime exposure in manufacturing and operational technology environments Why This Product 1 Includes Cisco Smart Net Total Care coverage 2 Provides next-business-day replacement instead of standard warranty timing 3 Matches industrial IE3500 switching requirements 4 Better suited for uptime-sensitive networks than basic support plans