Switch Gigabit Ethernet gerido L2/L3 Cambium Networks cnMatrix EX2016M-P 1U

The Cambium Networks cnMatrix EX2016M-P Managed L2/L3 Gigabit Ethernet Switch 1U is a rack-mountable 1U switch providing 16 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports with Power over Ethernet (PoE). Designed for enterprise deployments, the switch delivers managed L2/L3 functionality and supports common Ethernet and security standards for campus and branch networks.

Advantages

The device combines a compact 1U form factor with managed switching features, offering VLAN, QoS and L3 routing capabilities while supplying PoE to connected devices. It supports a broad set of networking standards for interoperability and secure access control and includes management features suitable for integration into cloud-managed Cambium cnMatrix environments.

Suitable for

• Small to medium enterprise access or aggregation layer
• Office deployments with IP phones, wireless access points and PoE cameras
• Branch offices and campus wiring closets

Key specifications

• Model: cnMatrix EX2016M-P (MXEX2016MXPA00, EAN 5704174529125)
• Form factor: 1U rack-mount
• Ports: 16 x Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 (10/100/1000)
• PoE: Power over Ethernet supported (IEEE 802.3af compliant)
• Switch type: Managed L2/L3
• Networking standards: IEEE 802.1x, 802.3/802.3u/802.3ab/802.3z, 802.3af, 802.3ad, 802.3ac, 802.3x, 802.1w, 802.1s, 802.1p, 802.1Q, 802.1D
• Weight: 3.6 kg
• 10G support: No

How to use

Mount the switch in a standard 19" rack using the provided brackets. Connect power and attach Ethernet cables to the RJ-45 ports for network devices and PoE-powered equipment. Access the switch through its management interface for initial configuration—assign VLANs, configure QoS and L3 interfaces or enable security features such as 802.1x. For cloud management, register and onboard the device in the Cambium cnMatrix management portal following vendor instructions.

Recommendations

Place the switch in a ventilated, temperature-controlled rack space, ensure PoE budget planning for connected devices, keep firmware updated and follow Cambium’s best practices for secure management and backup of configurations.