IE-5000-12S12P-10G Specifications and Replacement Guide
The Cisco IE-5000-12S12P-10G is a rugged industrial aggregation switch with fibre, copper PoE and 10 Gigabit uplink connectivity. It is intended for high-bandwidth industrial networks where video, automation, voice and operational data must be carried reliably across demanding environments.
IE-5000-12S12P-10G specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Total ports | 28 |
| Uplinks | 4 x 1G/10G SFP/SFP+ |
| Fibre downlinks | 12 x FE/GE SFP |
| Copper access ports | 12 x FE/GE PoE/PoE+ |
| Default software | LAN Base |
| Forwarding bandwidth | 64 Gbps |
| Switching bandwidth | 128 Gbps |
| Form factor | Rugged 1RU rack mount |
Where the model fits
- Industrial backbone and aggregation networks
- Traffic, rail and transport communications
- Manufacturing and process-control systems
- Utility and electrical-substation environments
- Oil, gas, mining and remote industrial sites
- City-surveillance and high-bandwidth CCTV aggregation
10G uplink planning
The four uplink ports can operate at 1G or 10G according to the installed SFP or SFP+ module. Confirm the peer-switch interface, optic type, wavelength, fibre mode, connector and distance. Do not assume that an existing 1G optic or patch lead is suitable for a 10G migration.
PoE and redundant power
The twelve copper ports support PoE/PoE+ endpoints. Cisco documents different available PoE budgets for single and dual 150W or 250W power supplies. Prepare a maximum-load schedule and select the power configuration that provides both capacity and the required resilience.
LAN Base versus IP Services
LAN Base covers core Layer 2 and industrial-network functions. Advanced Layer 3 features may require the IP Services upgrade. Validate routing protocols, multicast, VRF, security and network-management requirements before ordering a licence or replacement switch.
Industrial resilience and security
The platform supports rugged environmental operation and industrial redundancy technologies. A production design should document ring topology, failover objectives, multicast behaviour, VLAN segmentation, authentication, access control and secure management. Software maintenance is as important as the physical switch.
Lifecycle and support
The Cisco IE 5000 series is end-of-sale, with Cisco listing 31 July 2029 as the end-of-support date. This affects procurement decisions: expansion projects should compare the value of a compatible spare with the remaining support window and the cost of moving to a current platform.
Replacement checklist
- Four uplink speeds and optic types
- Twelve fibre downlink requirements
- Twelve copper endpoint speeds and PoE classes
- Total and redundant PoE budget
- Routing, multicast and timing features
- Environmental and industry certifications
- Rack depth, power input and grounding
- Software licences, subscriptions and support term
Read the full Cisco IE 5000 buying guide and compare it with the Cisco IE 4010.
Frequently asked questions
How many 10G ports does the IE-5000-12S12P-10G have?
It provides four SFP/SFP+ uplinks that can operate at 1G or 10G with compatible transceivers.
How many PoE ports are available?
The switch provides twelve copper PoE/PoE+ ports. The available wattage depends on the installed power supplies.
Is the switch end-of-life?
It is end-of-sale. Cisco publishes a final support date of 31 July 2029 for the IE 5000 series.
What accessories should be quoted?
Include appropriate power supplies, SFP/SFP+ optics, rack hardware, SD card requirements, software licence, support coverage and operational spares.
Request a compatible BOM: Send Gear Net Technologies the existing topology, optic list, PoE load, routing features and required replacement timeline.
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