Switch selection against the actual design
Catalyst 1200 and 1300 or Business CBS250 and CBS350 is not a preference question. We size it against port count, multigig need, Layer 3 requirements and the throughput the design has to carry.
Cisco and Meraki project supply
Cisco and Meraki supplier in Malta and the EU
YOT LTD is a Cisco partner supplying businesses and resellers in Malta and the EU with Cisco switching, wireless and Meraki cloud managed hardware for maritime, enterprise and commercial projects, quoted as one bill of materials. We configure multicast, VLANs and QoS for AV workloads before the switch leaves the bench, which is where most Cisco projects lose time.
What YOT does with the Cisco line
Pre-sales sizing, assembly, firmware levelling, imaging and burn-in testing happen before dispatch, so the work left on site is installation.
Multicast configuration for NVX and Dante
IGMP snooping, querier placement, VLAN separation and QoS are applied and verified in our lab, using the same configuration approach we publish for Crestron NVX and Dante deployments.
Meraki licensing and claim
Licences are matched to the hardware term and devices claimed into your dashboard organisation, so the network appears in Meraki before the installer opens the box.
Firmware levelling and imaging
Every switch and access point in a rollout leaves on the same firmware, with configurations imaged so field replacements behave identically to the unit they replace.
Rack build, labelling and burn-in
Switch stacks are racked, patched, labelled and burn-in tested, then shipped with a build sheet per consignment.
RMA, spares and lifecycle
Replacement paths and end of life planning stay with the account, including guidance when a series is superseded mid project.
Cisco product families we supply
Part of our networking and connectivity portfolio: Switching, routing, wireless and hybrid WAN for vessels, sites and distributed offices.
| Family | What it is | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Catalyst 1200 and 1300 series | The current small business managed switching line, succeeding the CBS250 and CBS350 with the same deployment role. | New builds and refreshes where the CBS line was previously specified. |
| Cisco Business CBS250 and CBS350 | Managed switching with Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, PoE, multigig options and energy efficiency, long specified for SMB and AV networks. | Existing estates being extended rather than replaced. |
| Cisco Meraki | Cloud managed switching, wireless and security with centralised visibility and remote management from the dashboard. | Multi-site estates and managed service delivery. |
| Meraki and Catalyst together | Catalyst hardware managed through the Meraki dashboard, combining Catalyst capability with cloud operations. | Estates migrating to cloud management without replacing switching. |
| Cisco Wi-Fi 7 access points | The Wi-Fi 7 generation across Meraki and Catalyst wireless, with the licensing model covered in our Wi-Fi 7 article. | High density wireless refreshes and new build fit-outs. |
Where Cisco fits
- Maritime and refit
- Compact managed switching for vessel networks where AV, control and crew traffic share the same infrastructure and must stay separated.
- Enterprise
- Campus and branch switching with cloud management, sized for growth rather than for the current headcount.
- Commercial and AV
- Crestron NVX and Dante deployments where multicast handling and QoS decide whether the install works on day one.
- Energy and industrial
- Resilient switching where remote visibility matters more than rack density.
Related reading
Technical write-ups from our own engineers on this line.
- Cisco C1200 vs C1300 vs CBS250/350: which to buy?Compare Cisco Catalyst 1200 and 1300 for new projects, with CBS250/350 end-of-life context for existing networks and replacement planning.3 min read
- Configuring C1200 - C1300 Switch for NVX and DanteThe following informational guide will help you configure your Cisco CBS350, C1200 and C1300 series switches for Crestron NVX and Dante or AES67 networks.7 min read
- NVX, Dante and multicast, choosing the right switch.Choosing the right switch, calculating the required throughput, and optimizing multicast performance, can ensure you an efficient network for NVX.4 min read
- Cisco Meraki a Cloud-Based SolutionAs a leader in the industry, Cisco offers a suite of networking products that are tailored to simplify network management for businesses of all sizes.6 min read
- Meraki launches extreme switches in 2025Explore the full range of Meraki's innovative solutions and learn how they can transform your network.3 min read
- Introducing Cisco's Revolutionary Wi-Fi 7Experience lightning-fast connectivity with Cisco's Wi-Fi 7, offering global compatibility and dual support for Meraki and Catalyst platforms.4 min read
- Top 10 Reasons to Use Cisco in Your Next ProjectCisco Business 350 Series Managed Switches, the cornerstone of modern operational efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness.3 min read
Cisco questions
Who supplies Cisco in Malta?
YOT LTD is a Cisco supplier in Malta and a Cisco partner supplying businesses and resellers across Malta and the EU. Order Cisco and Meraki hardware through FUSE at https://www.fuse.systems, email sales@yotltd.com, or call +356 2732 7840.
Who distributes Cisco in Malta?
Logicom is the Cisco distributor. YOT LTD is a Cisco partner supplying businesses and resellers in Malta.
Should we specify Catalyst 1200 and 1300 or CBS250 and CBS350?
The Catalyst 1200 and 1300 series are the current line and succeed the CBS250 and CBS350 in the same role. Existing estates are usually extended on the CBS line for consistency, while new work goes to Catalyst.
Can you configure Cisco switches for Crestron NVX and Dante before delivery?
Yes. We apply and verify the multicast, IGMP, VLAN and QoS configuration in our lab, following the same approach documented in our NVX and Dante switch configuration articles, and ship the switch ready to patch.
Do you supply Cisco Meraki licences with the hardware?
Yes. Licences are quoted with the hardware on one bill of materials, matched to the term you need, and devices are claimed into your dashboard organisation during staging.
Can Catalyst hardware be managed from the Meraki dashboard?
Yes. Cisco supports managing Catalyst switching through the Meraki dashboard, which lets an estate move to cloud operations without replacing the switching layer.
Do you ship Cisco hardware across the EU?
Yes. Orders are consolidated from Malta, Germany or Poland and delivered across the EU markets we serve, with a build sheet per consignment.
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