Cisco IE-2000-16T67P-G-E – IP67 Industrial PoE Switch for harsh, space‑constrained deployments

The Cisco IE-2000-16T67P-G-E is part of Cisco’s Industrial Ethernet 2000 family, and it appears to be the sealed IP67 variant with PoE capability. From my experience, this model is typically used when you need a compact, fully sealed switch that can live outside the cabinet—think trackside enclosures, mining conveyors, port cranes, or outdoor vision systems—while still offering managed Layer 2 features, ring redundancy, and Gigabit uplinks for backhaul.

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Key Features

• IP67 sealed design – Ruggedized enclosure with sealed M12-style connectors to withstand dust, moisture, and washdowns; ideal for mounting outside control cabinets.
• 16 Fast Ethernet access ports – Typically 10/100BASE‑TX on M12 D‑coded connectors for reliable field device connectivity.
• PoE/PoE+ power out – The “P” variant usually supports IEEE 802.3af/at to power cameras, wireless bridges, HMIs, or sensors at the edge.
• Gigabit uplinks for aggregation – The “G” suffix indicates Gigabit uplink capability for high‑speed backhaul to the plant or wayside core.
• Industrial Layer 2 feature set – VLANs, QoS, IGMP snooping, storm control, and ring/fast redundancy (e.g., RSTP, Cisco REP) to keep production traffic moving.
• Time‑sensitive applications – IEEE 1588v2 PTP support in many cases for synchronized motion, drives, and precise timestamping.
• Security and manageability – 802.1X, port security, ACLs, DHCP snooping, plus web UI/CLI/SNMP for straightforward management in the field.
• Dual DC power inputs – Redundant 24–48 VDC inputs are typical on IE 2000; PoE+ budgets generally require higher input voltage for full power.

Technical Specifications

Related or Supporting Products

• Cisco IE-2000-16PTC-G-E – Similar port count with PoE, but IP30 DIN‑rail version for cabinet installations; easier access to SFP uplinks in many cases.
• Cisco IE-2000-8TC-G-E – Smaller 8‑port Fast Ethernet model with Gigabit uplinks; good when space and density needs are lighter.
• Cisco IE‑4000 series (e.g., IE-4000-8GT8GP4G-E) – Higher performance and more PoE power; suited for aggregation layers or heavier traffic profiles.
• Industrial SFP modules – If the chosen sub‑SKU uses SFP uplinks, GLC‑SX‑MM and GLC‑LH‑SMD are common optics for MMF/SMF at industrial temps.
• Industrial power supplies – 24–48 VDC supplies sized for PoE load; many teams pair these with dedicated DC UPS to ride through brownouts.
• M12 rugged cables and adapters – D‑coded and X‑coded field cables rated for vibration and moisture; they typically make the biggest difference in long‑term reliability.

Installation & Maintenance

• Mounting and environment – Panel or wall mount on a stable surface; allow some space for heat dissipation even though it’s fanless. The IP67 housing removes the need for a protective cabinet in most cases.
• Wiring – Use properly keyed M12 cables; secure connectors to maintain the IP seal. For PoE cameras or APs, check the total PoE budget against your DC input voltage.
• Power – Land dual DC inputs from independent sources if possible. Ground the chassis to reduce EMI and improve surge resilience.
• Network design – Enable RSTP or Cisco REP for rings; prioritize critical control traffic with QoS and segment with VLANs. If you rely on timing, verify IEEE 1588v2 role (boundary or transparent) before go‑live.
• Routine maintenance – Periodically inspect connector gaskets and port caps; clean dust/salt deposits with a dry cloth. Back up the configuration, and keep firmware current to pick up security and stability fixes.
• Safety – De‑energize circuits before servicing. Use PoE power classification thoughtfully to avoid tripping power supplies when multiple high‑draw devices start up at once.

You might notice that teams migrating outdoor cameras to this model usually report fewer nuisance outages. One rail customer told us their technician time at trackside boxes dropped after switching to M12 cabling and enabling REP fast re‑convergence.

Quality & Certifications

• Certifications (typical for this family): CE, UL/cUL, FCC/ICES, RoHS; many builds include Class I Division 2 hazardous location approvals and vibration/shock ratings for rolling stock and industrial machinery.
• Manufacturer policy: Cisco Limited Hardware Warranty applies (term and coverage vary by region and SKU).
• Our coverage: 365‑day warranty with advance replacement options available on request.

If you want, share your PoE load profile (number of cameras/APs and their power class) and uplink media, and I’ll sanity‑check the exact sub‑SKU and power supply sizing. It typically saves a truck roll later.