Efficient 24-Port Enterprise Switching with Cisco DNA Essentials — Secure, Automated, and Scalable
Product Description
The Cisco C9300L-DNA-E-24 is a high-performance stackable Layer 3 switch from the Cisco Catalyst 9300L Series, designed for enterprise and campus environments. With 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplinks, it provides dependable wired connectivity for a wide range of devices while offering scalability and resiliency.
Type: Stackable Managed Switch (Layer 3)
Category: Enterprise / Campus Access Switch – Cisco Catalyst 9300L Series
Key Features
24 × 10/100/1000BASE-T Ports – Full Gigabit connectivity for wired endpoints like PCs, VoIP phones, wireless APs, and IP cameras.
4 × 1G SFP Uplinks – Flexible fiber uplink ports for aggregation or core connectivity.
Cisco DNA Essentials License – Includes Cisco DNA Essentials feature set for simplified automation, network assurance, and policy-based workflows.
Cisco IOS XE Software – Secure, modular OS with advanced routing, segmentation, programmability, and automation features.
Stackable Architecture – Supports Cisco StackWise®-1T stacking of up to 8 switches for unified management and operational simplicity.
Layer 3 Routing Capabilities – Offers static routing and support for OSPF/EIGRP for inter-VLAN communication.
Security & Policy Enforcement – ACLs, segmentation, and basic TrustSec features to enforce secure access policies.
Quality of Service (QoS) – Traffic shaping and prioritization for voice, video, and data performance.
Energy-Efficient Design – Smart cooling and power efficiency to reduce operational costs.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Switch Model | C9300L-DNA-E-24 |
| Ports | 24 × Gigabit RJ-45 |
| Uplink Interfaces | 4 × 1G SFP |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | ~95 Mpps |
| Stacking | Cisco StackWise-1T (up to 8 units) |
| Software | Cisco IOS XE |
| Routing | Layer 3 (OSPF, EIGRP, static) |
| License | Cisco DNA Essentials |
| Power | Internal power supply |
| PoE | Not supported in base SKU (non-PoE) |
| Management | CLI, Web UI, SNMP, Cisco DNA Center |
| Security | ACLs, segmentation policies |
| Form Factor | 1RU rack-mountable |
Typical Use Cases
Enterprise campus access layer deployments
Branch office connectivity with automation benefits
Wired access for high-density endpoints
Aggregation switch for wireless network backhaul
Simplified network automation and policy enforcement via DNA Center








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