Catalyst 9300 Series 24‑Port UPOE Access Switch
Product Description
The Cisco C9300‑24U‑A is a high‑performance, enterprise‑grade access switch from the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series, designed for modern campus and enterprise networks that require robust data connectivity, advanced security, and flexible power delivery. It features 24 Universal Power over Ethernet (UPOE) Gigabit Ethernet ports capable of delivering up to 60 W per port — ideal for powering devices like Wi‑Fi access points, IP phones, cameras, and IoT endpoints. With modular uplinks, advanced Layer 3 routing, stacking support, and a premium Network Advantage software license, this switch delivers reliable scalability and comprehensive network control.
Model Type
Enterprise Layer 3 UPOE Access Switch with Modular Uplinks
Category
Networking – Enterprise Campus Switching
Key Features
24× UPOE Gigabit Ports — Supports high‑power UPOE up to ~60 W per port to power demanding edge devices.
Modular Uplinks — Flexible uplink slot supports various uplink modules (1 G, 10 G, 25 G, 40 G) for scalable connectivity.
Network Advantage Software — Advanced Layer 3 routing and network segmentation via protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VRRP, and more.
StackWise‑480 Support — Up to 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth and up to 8 switches per stack, simplifying management and increasing resiliency.
Cisco StackPower — Share power between stack members to optimize power utilization and redundancy.
High Performance & Scalability — Large routing and switching tables, high forwarding rate, and support for advanced QoS and security.
Energy Efficient — Compliant with IEEE 802.3az for optimized power consumption.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco C9300‑24U‑A |
| Series | Catalyst 9300 |
| Ports | 24 × 1G UPOE Gigabit Ethernet |
| Uplink | Modular uplink slot (supports 1G/10G/25G/40G modules) |
| Switching Capacity | 208 Gbps (single unit) |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 480 Gbps (StackWise‑480) |
| Forwarding Rate | ~154.76 Mpps |
| PoE Power Budget | ~830 W (with single PSU) |
| Memory | 8 GB DRAM, 16 GB Flash |
| Software | Cisco IOS‑XE with Network Advantage |
| Stack Members Supported | Up to 8 switches |
| MAC Addresses | 32,000 entries |
| VLAN IDs | Up to 4000 |
| Jumbo Frame Support | Up to 9198 bytes |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | ~1.73″ × 17.5″ × 17.5″ |
| Power Supply | 1100 W AC PSU included (secondary optional) |
| Management | CLI, Web UI, SNMP, Cisco DNA Center |
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise Campus Access — Powers and connects edge devices with high‑density UPOE ports.
Wireless Backhaul — Provides high‑bandwidth uplinks for Wi‑Fi, including Wi‑Fi 6 deployments.
VoIP & Video Deployments — Supports IP phones and video endpoints with reliable power and data connectivity.
IoT & Smart Building Networks — Handles power and connectivity for sensors, cameras, and automation devices.
Stacked Campus Architecture — Simplifies management and uptime across multiple switches with Cisco StackWise
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