Cisco Catalyst 3850-24P-S 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch

What It Is

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24P-S is a fixed-configuration enterprise access switch from the Catalyst 3850 Series, offering 24 ports of Power over Ethernet (PoE) with the IP Base software feature set. It is designed for converged network deployments, supporting unified wired and wireless services at the access layer. This model provides scalable, secure connectivity for enterprise LAN environments requiring mid-range switching capacity.

Technical Details

• Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE ports
• PoE Capability: Power over Ethernet support for connected devices (e.g., IP phones, wireless access points)
• Software Feature Set: IP Base (advanced Layer 3 routing and QoS capabilities)
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850
• Form Factor: Fixed-configuration, stackable access switch
• Product Code: WS-C3850-24P-S
• Network Role: Access layer switching with integrated wired/wireless convergence support

Configuration & Options

• The switch is supplied with the IP Base license, enabling Layer 3 static routing and basic routing protocols.
• Uplink modules (e.g., SFP or SFP+) are available as separate orderable options for fiber connectivity.
• The unit supports stacking via optional stacking cables and modules for scalable expansion.
• Power supply and fan modules are field-replaceable, with options for redundant power configurations.
• This model is orderable under the Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series portfolio, which includes other port densities and software tiers.

Operating Conditions

The WS-C3850-24P-S is intended for deployment in enterprise campus LANs, specifically in wiring closets or access layer racks where PoE-powered endpoints require centralized switching. It operates in standard indoor environments with controlled temperature and humidity, suitable for 19-inch rack mounting. The switch supports stacking for high-availability topologies in medium-to-large network infrastructures.