Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Heavy Duty Series switches

​​Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Heavy Duty Series switches​

Robust connectivity in extreme conditions and tight spaces

Simplify outdoor networking with our compact, IP67-rated industrial switches. Their compact size and weather-resistance make deployments easy: out in the open, within machinery, or anywhere space is limited.

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Bringing reliable networking to places you never thought possible


Connect, secure, and innovate with Cisco Industrial Ethernet switches

Deploy secure, reliable connectivity anywhere with confidence, even in tight spaces or harsh environments without additional protective enclosure.

Get reliability in a small footprint

Engineered for durability and designed to connect assets in space-constrained or extreme environments, the compact Catalyst IE3100 Heavy Duty Series switches enable you to extend reliable network connectivity to new places.

Expand your network's reach

​​Connect everything, everywhere—on factory floors, in mines, within robotic arms, or onboard vehicles. These versatile, heavy-duty industrial switches are built for all of those, and more.​

Protect operations with authentication and traffic control

Enforce device authentication via 802.1X, allowing only authorized devices, and dynamically control and restrict network traffic with downloadable access control lists. 

Bring IT best practices to your industrial network

Bring enterprise-grade networking to your industrial network with the modern Cisco IOS XE operating software and management by Cisco Catalyst Center for automating networking tasks and helping to assure performance.

​​Catalyst IE3100 Heavy Duty Series models​​

Unlock the next-level capabilities of the Catalyst IE3100 Heavy Duty Series and experience the power of Cisco Catalyst Center network management.

See how the Catalyst IE3100 Heavy Duty Series opens possibilities

Get an up-close look at the Catalyst IE3100 Heavy Duty Series


​​Explore Cisco industrial switching​

​​Industrial Ethernet switching portfolio​

​​Explore the whole range, compare features, and find the right fit for you.​

Industrial Heavy Duty Switches FAQ

​​Get answers about design, protocol support, management, licensing options, and more.​

​​The trends shaping industrial networks​

​​ARC Advisory Group says the need for better cybersecurity, IT/OT integration, and AI readiness is driving industrial network investment.​

Find the knowledge you need, in one place

​​Discover more about the Catalyst IE3100 Heavy Duty Series and related switches and topics.​

Get expert guidance

Have your questions answered in a custom demo with our industrial IoT networking experts. They'll work with you to put together the right solution for you and your organization.