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The Cisco CBS250-24T-4G-EU is a fully managed Layer 2 switch designed for European businesses seeking cost-effective, non-PoE connectivity with regional compliance. Featuring 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplinks, it balances performance and simplicity for offices, retail spaces, or light industrial setups prioritizing reliable data transfer over power delivery.
1. Cost Efficiency Without PoE Overhead
By excluding PoE, the CBS250-24T-4G-EU reduces power consumption and upfront costs—ideal for networks relying on self-powered devices like PCs, servers, or NAS systems.
2. EU Regulatory Compliance
The “EU” designation ensures adherence to CE safety standards and RoHS environmental directives, simplifying deployments in EU member states. Energy Efficiency Index (EEI) compliance aligns with EU sustainability goals.
3. Scalable Uplink Flexibility
The 4 SFP uplinks support fiber connections for long-distance links or integration with high-speed backbones, enabling growth without infrastructure overhauls.
Q: Can this switch handle high-bandwidth tasks like video streaming or cloud backups?
A: Yes. With 48 Gbps throughput, it manages multiple 4K video streams or large data transfers without congestion.
Q: How does it differ from the CBS250-24P-4G-EU?
A: The 24T model lacks PoE but shares the same Layer 2 features and switching capacity. Opt for this variant if PoE isn’t required, saving ~25% in costs.
Q: Is it suitable for VoIP deployments without PoE?
A: Yes. While it doesn’t power PoE phones, QoS prioritization ensures low latency for VoIP traffic connected via external power adapters.
For EU businesses prioritizing compliance and performance, the “CBS250-24T-4G-EU” is available at ITMall.sale, a certified Cisco partner specializing in region-specific hardware.
Having deployed similar switches in European schools and retail chains, the CBS250-24T-4G-EU excels in environments where PoE is unnecessary but reliability is paramount. Its CE compliance streamlines procurement, while the SFP uplinks offer scalability that smaller businesses often overlook. For IT managers in the EU balancing budget and performance, this switch is a lean, efficient choice—perfect for offices upgrading from unmanaged hardware or expanding IoT-ready networks without PoE complexity.