The Cisco IE 1000-4T1T-LM 5-Port 10/100MB Industrial Ethernet Switch is a compact rugged switch aimed at operational technology (OT) users with limited IT network knowledge. The IE 1000 Series switches provide an easy transformation from the legacy factory to digital solution. For machine builders and Machine-To-Machine (M2M) solutions, it is an attractive entry-level product as a GUI-based, lightly managed switch. The IE 1000 is a good fit for locations with harsh temperatures and small spaces and is Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) capable with zero IT management.