Cisco Catalyst 9300L-24P-4G-E: Enterprise-Grade 24-Port PoE+ Switch with 4x1G Uplinks
The Cisco Catalyst 9300L-24P-4G-E represents the next generation of enterprise switching, offering 24 PoE+ ports and 4x1G uplinks with Network Essentials. As Cisco's leading stackable enterprise switching platform, it's specifically engineered for advanced security, IoT integration, mobility, and cloud connectivity. This Layer 3 switch delivers up to 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth, making it ideal for high-density Wi-Fi 6 and 802.11ac Wave2 deployments.
Advanced Network Architecture and Performance
Built on the Cisco Unified Access Data Plane 2.0 (UADP 2.0) architecture, this switch provides enterprise-grade performance with 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and 4 dedicated 1G uplink ports. The C9300L-24P-4G-E supports numerous networking standards, including IEEE 802.3at for PoE+, IEEE 802.3ab for Gigabit Ethernet, and IEEE 802.1Q for VLAN tagging, ensuring comprehensive network compatibility.
- 24 PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet ports
- 4 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink ports
- Layer 3 switching capabilities
- 715W power consumption for high-density PoE+ deployment
Software-Defined Access and Management
The switch forms the foundation for Software-Defined Access (SD-Access), powered by Cisco DNA Software. This platform offers flexible licensing models and simplified device deployment through unified management of wired and wireless networks. The x86 CPU architecture supports container hosting and third-party applications, making it future-ready for evolving network demands.
Physical Specifications and Installation
Designed for rack-mounting, the Catalyst 9300L-24P-4G-E features compact dimensions of 1.7" height, 17.5" width, and 16.1" depth, weighing approximately 15.01 lb. The switch supports Cisco StackWise technology and StackPower, enabling flexible deployment options and resilient power architecture for high-density Cisco UPOE and PoE+ implementations.
Enterprise Security and IoT Convergence
Running on Cisco IOS XE, this switch delivers advanced security capabilities and IoT convergence. It supports comprehensive security standards including IEEE 802.1x for port-based security and various IEEE protocols for network resilience and protection. The platform's programmability enables automated security policies and simplified network operations.