Description
The Cisco IE-3500-8P3S-E is a ruggedized Industrial Ethernet switch designed for secure, high-performance networking in harsh environments. Built for factory automation, intelligent transportation systems, utilities, and smart city deployments, this switch delivers reliable PoE+ connectivity and fiber uplinks in a compact DIN-rail form factor.
Equipped with 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE/PoE+ ports and 3 Gigabit SFP fiber uplinks, the IE-3500-8P3S-E supports power-hungry industrial devices such as IP cameras, access points, sensors, and controllers. It runs on Cisco IOS XE Software with Network Essentials licensing, providing advanced Layer 2 and essential Layer 3 capabilities with enterprise-grade security.
Designed to withstand extreme temperatures, vibration, and electrical noise, the IE-3500-8P3S-E also supports dual DC power inputs, integrated alarm ports, and hardware-based security features—making it ideal for mission-critical industrial networks.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco IE-3500-8P3S-E |
| Series | Cisco IE3500 Rugged Series |
| License Level | Network Essentials |
| Downlink Ports | 8 × 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE/PoE+ |
| Uplink Ports | 3 × 1G SFP fiber ports |
| PoE Support | PoE / PoE+ |
| PoE Power Budget | Up to 360 W (including expansion module) |
| Switching Software | Cisco IOS XE |
| Mounting | DIN rail (industrial vertical mounting) |
| Power Inputs | Dual DC power inputs (DC-A / DC-B) |
| Console Ports | RJ-45 and USB-C console |
| Alarm Interfaces | 2 × alarm inputs, 1 × alarm output relay |
| Operating Environment | Industrial / rugged deployments |
| Form Factor | Fanless, hardened metal enclosure |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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