C1000-16FP-2G-L 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE+ ports and 240W PoE budget, 2x 1G SFP uplinks

The C1000-16FP-2G-L is a network switch model manufactured by Cisco.

It operates at Layer 2 of the OSI model, which essentially means it's all about basic switching stuff. It's responsible for MAC address learning and forwarding, which are the bread and butter of a switch.

Don't underestimate the power of this Layer 2 switch! It learns and remembers MAC addresses, and knows how to efficiently forward data within a local network. It's like the traffic cop of your network, making sure all the data reaches its destination smoothly.

So if you're in need of basic but reliable switching functionality, this switch will have your back. Just remember, it won't be able to route traffic between different networks. That's a whole other story for Layer 3 switches!

With its compact form factor, it is the ideal choice for small to medium-sized networks that may have constraints when it comes to rack space. This device allows you to efficiently deploy and set up your network without worrying about the availability of space.