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Cisco Switches in Saudi Arabia
Every Cisco switch we supply is sized, configured and supported by our own engineers, from office switches to campus core. Waves Telecom is a Cisco partner in Al Khobar.
- Catalyst, Meraki & industrial
- PoE for CCTV, Wi-Fi & phones
- Design, setup & support
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Cisco switch families we supply
These are the current Cisco families we quote most often in Saudi Arabia. Tell us what you need to connect and we will match the model.
Small business
Catalyst 1200 & 1300
Managed switches for offices, shops, clinics and branches.
- 8 to 48 ports, 1G, 2.5G/5G mGig and 10G options
- PoE+ and PoE++ models (1300X up to 60W per port)
- Catalyst 1300 stacks up to 8 units
- No licence required
Cloud-managed
Meraki MS130 & MS150
Switches you manage from the Meraki dashboard, ideal for many small sites.
- Layer 2 access switches, compact and full size
- MS150: stackable, up to 60W PoE++ and mGig options
- MS130R rugged model for tight or harsh spaces
- Meraki licence required
Catalyst 9200
Entry enterprise access for floors and branches.
- 24 or 48 ports (9200, 9200L), compact 8 or 12 ports (9200CX)
- PoE+ up to 30W; 9200CX mGig models up to 60W
- Stacking up to 8 switches (9200 and 9200L)
- Network Essentials or Network Advantage
Catalyst 9300
Enterprise access and small-site distribution.
- 24 or 48 ports, mGig and 12-port SFP28 (9300X) models
- PoE+, UPOE 60W and UPOE+ 90W per port
- StackWise-480 or StackWise-1T, up to 8 members
- Can be managed in Catalyst Center or the Meraki dashboard
New generation
C9350 Smart Switches
Cisco’s next-generation fixed access switches.
- 24 or 48 ports, 1G, mGig up to 10G, or SFP/SFP28 fibre
- 30W, 60W or 90W PoE depending on model
- StackWise-1.6T, up to 8 switches; uplinks 1G to 100G
- Meraki dashboard or Catalyst Center on the same hardware
Core
Catalyst 9500, C9550 & C9610
Core and distribution for campuses and large buildings.
- Catalyst 9500: 25G, 40G and 100G fibre, up to 400G on 9500X
- C9550 Smart Switches: fixed core with up to 400G uplinks
- C9610 Smart Switches: modular core chassis
- Managed through Catalyst Center or CLI
Industrial
Catalyst IE rugged switches
For plants, substations, oil and gas sites and outdoor cabinets.
- IE3100, IE3300 and IE3500 DIN-rail switches
- IE9300 rack-mount, PoE up to 90W on some models
- Cyber Vision OT security on supported models
Based on Cisco data sheets, November 2026. Older Meraki series such as MS120, MS125, MS210, MS225, MS250, MS350 and MS390 are end-of-sale; ask us about a replacement plan.
Which Cisco switch fits your network?
A quick comparison. Exact ports and power depend on the model.
| Family | Best for | Managed how | Typical ports & PoE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catalyst 1200 / 1300 | Small offices, shops, branches | Web interface, Cisco Business Dashboard, mobile app | 8–48 ports, PoE+/PoE++, up to 10G |
| Meraki MS130 / MS150 | Many small sites, central IT team | Meraki cloud dashboard | 8–48 ports, PoE+, MS150 up to 60W |
| Catalyst 9200 | Enterprise access, branches | CLI, WebUI, Catalyst Center | 8–48 ports, PoE+ 30W |
| Catalyst 9300 | Enterprise access and distribution | CLI, Catalyst Center or Meraki dashboard | 24–48 ports, up to 90W UPOE+ |
| C9350 Smart Switches | New access deployments | Meraki dashboard or Catalyst Center | 24–48 ports, 30W / 60W / 90W PoE |
| Catalyst 9500 / C9550 / C9610 | Campus core and distribution | Catalyst Center, CLI | 25G–400G fibre, no PoE |
| Catalyst IE | Industrial and outdoor sites | Catalyst Center, CLI | 8–26+ ports, PoE+ up to 90W on some models |
Cisco switch licensing, explained simply
We check licensing line by line so you get the features you need and nothing more.
No licence: Catalyst 1200 / 1300
These switches work out of the box, with free software updates and a limited lifetime warranty.
Network Essentials / Advantage
Perpetual licences on Catalyst 9000 switches. Essentials covers core switching and routed access. Advantage adds full Layer 3 routing, VXLAN fabric, advanced segmentation and high availability.
Cisco DNA (Catalyst) Essentials / Advantage
Term subscriptions of 3, 5 or 7 years sold with the perpetual licence. They add Catalyst Center automation, health dashboards and, in Advantage, analytics and micro-segmentation.
Cisco Networking Subscription
The newer unified model, with Cisco Switching Essentials or Advantage. It covers C9350, C9550, C9610 and most Catalyst 9000 models, has a 36-month minimum term and includes 24×7 TAC and software updates. Hardware replacement (RMA) is an add-on.
Meraki licences
Meraki MS switches, and Catalyst switches run in the Meraki dashboard, need an active licence to be managed from the cloud.
Renewals and reminders
We track your licence and support end dates and remind you before they expire.
PoE for CCTV, access points and IP phones
Power over Ethernet lets one cable carry data and power to cameras, access points, IP phones and door controllers. A wrong PoE budget is a common reason a switch must be replaced after installation.
- PoE (15.4W): IP phones and basic fixed cameras.
- PoE+ (30W): most access points and dome or bullet cameras.
- UPOE (60W): PTZ cameras with heaters, high-end access points, thin clients.
- UPOE+ (90W): displays, lighting and other high-power devices, on Catalyst 9300, C9350 and some IE9300 models.
Every switch also has a total PoE budget. For example, Cisco rates the 48-port C9350 UPOE+ models at 4,320W in total, while a 24-port PoE+ model is rated at 720W. We add up every device, leave headroom for growth and choose power supplies to match. For camera projects, see our CCTV systems page.
How we design, supply, configure and support
We supply genuine Cisco products and licences through authorised distributors in Saudi Arabia, and our engineers install and support them. Because we also do structured cabling, CCTV and firewalls, one team owns the whole network.
- Design: port count per rack, uplink speeds, PoE budget, stacking and power redundancy.
- Supply: switches, SFP modules, stack cables, power supplies and the correct licence tier.
- Configuration: VLANs for data, voice, CCTV and guests; trunks, stacking, Spanning Tree, QoS for voice, and secure management access.
- Handover: labelled ports, configuration backup and as-built documents.
- Support: AMC options, firmware updates in planned windows, and licence renewals.
Segmentation and compliance
Switches are where you separate users, servers, cameras and guests. Segmentation limits how far an attack spreads and is reviewed in Aramco CCC under SACS-210 and in NCA controls.
VLANs and ACLs
Separate networks for staff, servers, CCTV, voice and guests, with access lists between.
Secure management
SSH only, named admin accounts, logging and a management VLAN.
Works with your firewall
We align switch segments with your firewall policies. See network security & firewalls.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Cisco switch is right for a small office?
For a small office or shop, a Cisco Catalyst 1200 or 1300 switch is usually enough. They come in 8 to 48 ports with PoE options, need no licence and are managed through a web interface or the Cisco Business Dashboard. If you want to manage everything from the cloud, Meraki MS130 or MS150 is the alternative.
Can you tell me the Cisco switch price?
Cisco switch prices depend on the model, port count, PoE, uplink modules, licence tier and term, so we do not publish a price list. Send us your requirement on WhatsApp or through the form and we will send a written quotation.
Do Cisco Catalyst switches need a licence?
Catalyst 1200 and 1300 need no licence. Catalyst 9000 switches use a perpetual Network Essentials or Network Advantage licence, normally sold with a Cisco DNA (Catalyst) Essentials or Advantage subscription of 3, 5 or 7 years. Newer models such as the C9350 use Cisco Switching Essentials or Advantage through a Cisco Networking Subscription, with a minimum term of 36 months. Meraki MS switches need a Meraki licence to work in the dashboard.
Can one switch power our CCTV cameras and Wi-Fi access points?
Yes, if the PoE budget is sized correctly. Each switch has a total PoE budget as well as a per-port limit. We list every camera, access point and phone with its power class, add a safety margin and choose a model and power supply that covers the full load.
Are Meraki MS switches end-of-sale?
Some are. Cisco lists older series such as MS120, MS125, MS210, MS225, MS250, MS350 and MS390 as end-of-sale, while MS130, MS150 and MS450 remain current. Existing switches can continue under licence and support until their end-of-support dates. We can check your models and plan a replacement.
Do you help with network segmentation for Aramco CCC?
Yes. Network segmentation is one of the areas reviewed under SACS-210. We design VLANs, access control lists and management access on your Cisco switches, and work with your firewall so that the network matches the controls you need to show during the CCC process.
Get a Cisco switch quotation
Tell us how many users, cameras, access points and phones you need to connect, or send your BOQ. We will recommend the right Cisco switch and send a written quotation.
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