Keep critical edge systems connected with a switch built for industrial environments and mixed copper/fiber access. The Cisco Catalyst IE3300 combines 8 Gigabit Ethernet copper ports with 4 PoE+ ports and 2 10G SFP uplinks, giving you the port mix needed for cameras, controllers, access points, and downstream devices without adding extra aggregation hardware. Its industrial switch design fits deployments where standard office networking gear falls short. Use the copper ports for local device connectivity, power compatible endpoints through PoE+, and reserve the 10G SFP uplinks for higher-speed backhaul to distribution or core layers. That balance helps reduce bottlenecks while keeping the edge simple to manage. For teams standardizing on Cisco in operational technology or ruggedized network zones, this model offers a practical path to segment traffic, preserve uptime, and support growth without overbuilding the site. It is a strong fit when you need more than basic switching: you need a platform sized for industrial access, uplink headroom, and dependable power delivery at the edge.