Sophos Switch CS101-8FP – 8 ports with PoE+

Sophos Switch CS101-8FP connects your company network through 8 × 1 GbE and 2 × 1 GbE SFP. A compact, fanless switch for small offices and branches with access points, IP phones or cameras.

It powers suitable devices over network cables, reducing the need for sockets at the installation site. All copper ports support PoE+ (802.3af/at); the shared PoE budget is 110 W. The combined power demand of all devices must remain within this budget.

Manage locally or in Sophos Fusion

Configure CS101-8FP locally using the web interface and CLI, or monitor it using SNMP. Central management in Sophos Fusion requires an active Switch Support and Services subscription per device. It also includes firmware updates, 24/7 support and Advanced RMA under the service terms. A limited lifetime hardware warranty is already included and ends no later than product end of life.

Setup suited to your site

For cloud management, register the switch in Sophos Fusion and assign the appropriate subscription. Then configure ports and VLANs for your site. Local management is available without a cloud subscription. Plan network connectivity and PoE device power requirements before commissioning.

Separate networks and prioritise important traffic

VLANs help separate workstations, guests and other devices. Quality of Service prioritises important traffic, such as voice calls. The additional SFP ports provide uplinks to the rest of the network. Choose suitable transceivers separately for the connection speed and cabling.

Connect management with security response

If you already use Sophos solutions, Fusion brings together management of switches and other supported products. Active Threat Response can isolate compromised hosts at the network level. This requires a valid support subscription and a connected Sophos or third-party solution providing suitable threat intelligence. The switch complements your security architecture; firewall and endpoint protection remain necessary for their respective roles.