Features
Compact design
Made for industrial IoT embedded systems and ideal for applications that require compact design
Speed and security
Provides up to 10-Gigabit Ethernet (10GE) ports to support high-throughput applications, and features crucial security features for mission-critical networks
Rugged for extreme environments
Withstands extreme temperatures, shock, and vibration, helping Cisco partners and integrators to provide rugged embedded networking solutions
Advanced Cisco IOS XE operating system
Runs the enterprise-grade Cisco IOS XE operating system, which offers advanced switching and security features
Open standards
Available as a mezzanine card for building switching modules conformant to the OpenVPX standard, adopted by the U.S. Department of Defense for aerospace and defense applications
Custom networking use cases
Can be used by Cisco partners along with complementary technologies to build tailored, scalable, innovative solutions that meet specific requirements
Cisco Catalyst ESS9300 models
Catalyst ESS9300-10X-E
Ultra-compact embedded switching card built for custom networking solutions
- 10 x 10GE ports
- Advanced security features
- FIPS-140 and MIL-STD-810H certifications
- Low power consumption
- Network Essentials license
Catalyst ESS9300-8X16T-W-A
OpenVPX XMC+ mezzanine switch built for integration with Curtiss-Wright carrier card for installation in a VPX chassis
- 8 x 10GE and 16 x 1GE ports
- Mezzanine design
- Advanced security features
- FIPS-140 and MIL-STD-810H certifications
- Low power consumption
- Network Advantage license
Use cases
Tactical data centers
Catalyst ESS9300 Embedded Series-based equipment can be placed in aircraft or ground combat vehicles and rapidly deployed in foxholes or command posts.
Military vehicles
Delivering secure connectivity for voice, video, and data, Catalyst ESS9300 can be customized for use in ground, airborne, and sea vessels.
Mining and oil and gas
Catalyst ESS9300 Embedded Series is ideal for use in extremely rugged environments to provide the high-speed connectivity needed for voice, video, and data communications.
OpenVPX systems
Catalyst ESS9300 Embedded Series can be paired with a carrier card to fit in a VPX chassis. The chassis is used in military vehicles to provide secure communications on the battlefield.
