Specification Sheet

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IP telephony support: Cisco 250 Series switches include QoS features to prioritize delay-sensitive
services such as voice and video, simplify unified communications deployments, and help ensure consistent
network performance for all services.
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Networkwide automatic voice deployment: Using a combination of Cisco Discovery Protocol, LLDP-
MED, Auto Smartports, and Voice Services Discovery Protocol (VSDP, a unique, patented Cisco protocol),
customers can deploy an end-to-end voice network dynamically. The switches in the network automatically
converge into a single voice VLAN and set of QoS parameters and then propagate them out to the phones
on the ports where they are discovered. For example, automated voice VLAN capabilities let you plug any
IP phone (including third-party phones) into your IP telephony network and receive an immediate dial tone.
The switch automatically configures the device with the right VLAN and QoS parameters to prioritize voice
traffic.
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An energy-efficient solution: Cisco 250 Series switches are designed to be energy efficient and eco
friendly without compromising performance. They help conserve energy by optimizing power use, which
helps protect the environment and lowers your energy costs. Power-saving features include:
◦ Support for the Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) standard, which reduces energy consumption
by monitoring the amount of traffic on an active link and putting the link into a sleep state during quiet
periods
◦ Automatic power shutoff on ports when a link is down
◦ Embedded intelligence to adjust power based on cable length
◦ Fanless design in most models, which reduces power consumption, increases reliability, and provides
quieter operation
◦ Ability to turn off LEDs to conserve power
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Peace of mind and investment protection: Cisco 250 Series switches offer the reliable performance,
investment protection, and peace of mind you expect from a Cisco switch. When you invest in the Cisco 250
Series, you gain the benefits of:
◦ Cisco limited lifetime warranty to protect your investment
◦ Rigorous testing to help ensure easy integration and compatibility with other Cisco networking and
communications products, including the complete Cisco Small Business portfolio
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Limited lifetime warranty: The Cisco 250 Series switches come with the Cisco limited lifetime hardware
warranty, with return-to-factory replacement, software updates for bug fixes for the warranty term, and 1-
year limited warranty for fans and power supplies. In addition, Cisco offers telephone technical support at no
charge for the first 12 months following the date of purchase. To download software updates, go to
https://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/download/index.html.
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World-class support: To extend the support coverage beyond the warranty provisions, choose Cisco
Smart Net Total Care
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, which helps you get the most value from Cisco Small Business solutions, providing
peace of mind at an affordable price. Cisco Smart Net Total Care provides a single service platform for all
Cisco networking products. With global coverage, flexible contract terms, and multiple advance hardware
replacement options, this comprehensive service includes software upgrades, access to the Cisco Small
Business Support Center, and extended telephone and online chat support. To learn more, visit
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/solutions/small-business/services.html.
To find out where Cisco Small Business Support Service is available by country, go to
https://supportforums.cisco.com/t5/regional-service-support-options/bd-p/4626-discussions-smb-support-
country.