The Cisco Catalyst IE3400 Rugged Series switches are designed for a variety of industrial applications, including manufacturing, energy, transportation, mining, smart cities, and oil and gas. They are built to withstand harsh environments, making them suitable for outdoor spaces, warehouses, and distribution centers.

The Cisco Catalyst IE3400 Rugged Series switches can expand up to 26 ports of Gigabit Ethernet by utilizing a range of compatible expansion modules, allowing for flexible configurations to meet various connectivity needs.

The IE3400 series supports a power budget of up to 480W for PoE/PoE+, which is shared across 24 ports. This capability is ideal for connecting various PoE-powered devices such as IP cameras, phones, and wireless access points.