Simplified Network Management: The C1
Series Approach to Scalable Operations

One of the biggest challenges in network administration is managing growing infrastructure without increasing operational complexity. IO by HFCL’s C1 Series network switches address this challenge through an innovative approach to network management that combines powerful features with intuitive operation, including the seamless integration with Unified Cloud Network Management System (UcNMS) for simplified management across switches and Access Points. With UcNMS, administrators can manage switches effortlessly from a centralized platform, ensuring consistent monitoring and control across all locations and devices.

Central to this approach is the switches' unified management interface, which provides both an intuitive GUI and a standard CLI for configuration and monitoring. This dual interface approach allows network administrators to choose their preferred management method while maintaining consistent control across their network infrastructure.

Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) capabilities dramatically simplify switch deployment, especially in multi-site networks. New managed switches can be configured automatically upon connection, reducing deployment time and minimizing the potential for configuration errors. This feature is particularly valuable for organizations with distributed networks or limited IT resources at remote locations.

The C1 Series' standards-based design ensures seamless integration with existing infrastructure and management systems. Support for international open standard protocols, MSA-compliant SFP/SFP+ ports, and compatibility with third-party systems like AAA and DHCP servers make these switches highly adaptable to various network environments.

As networks grow, the consistent architecture across all C1 Series network switches makes scaling straightforward and predictable. Whether expanding from an 8-port switch to larger 48-port switch models or deploying additional switches across multiple sites, administrators can maintain the same management approach and feature set, ensuring operational consistency as the network grows.

This combination of powerful management features and scalable architecture makes the C1 Series cloud managed network switches an ideal choice for organizations looking to build manageable, future-ready networks.