Cisco PWR-C2-1600WAC-IUP | 1600W AC 80+ Titanium Port-Inlet Power Supply

Q: Which Cisco switches are compatible with the PWR-C2-1600WAC-IUP power supply?
A: This power supply is designed for Cisco Catalyst 9350 Series Smart Switches. The C9350 series supports up to three hot-swappable, field-replaceable power supplies for N+1 redundancy and enhanced PoE budget. It is not compatible with Catalyst 9300 Series or previous generation switch power systems.

Q: What is the difference between port-inlet and other power supply designs?
A: Port-inlet power supplies feature the power input connector on the side or rear of the unit for cleaner cable routing and easier access in rack-mount installations. This design simplifies maintenance and supports efficient airflow management in high-density switch deployments.

Q: Can I use this power supply to increase my PoE budget?
A: Yes. Installing a second or third PWR-C2-1600WAC-IUP power supply in a Catalyst 9350 switch increases the total available PoE budget. When multiple power supplies are installed, the system automatically balances the load across active units to improve efficiency and support higher power delivery across more ports.

Q: What does 80 PLUS Titanium certification mean?
A: 80 PLUS Titanium certification indicates that this power supply achieves at least 94% energy efficiency at typical operating loads. This reduces wasted energy, lowers power consumption costs, and minimizes heat generation in your network infrastructure.

Q: Is this a hot-swappable power supply?
A: Yes. The PWR-C2-1600WAC-IUP is field-replaceable and hot-swappable, allowing you to install or replace the unit without powering down the switch. This capability is essential for maintaining continuous network uptime in mission-critical environments.