The Cisco Small Business SG250-18 is an 18-port Gigabit smart switch designed for small businesses that need a secure and high-performance network. It provides a total of sixteen 10/100/1000 Mbps ports, ensuring high-speed connectivity for a variety of devices. For high-speed uplinks, it also includes two Gigabit SFP combo ports for flexible fiber connections to a server or another switch. As a smart switch, the SG250-18 offers a balance between the simplicity of an unmanaged switch and the advanced features of a fully managed one. It's easy to manage with an intuitive web-based interface and offers key Layer 2 features such as VLANs for network segmentation and Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize critical network traffic. The switch also includes security features like Access Control Lists (ACLs) and 802.1X authentication to protect your network. . The SG250-18 is a powerful and cost-effective solution for a growing business network that needs speed, security, and smart management.