Cisco WS-C3850-24P-L Catalyst 3850 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ Layer 3 Managed Switch | StackWise-480 | Modular Uplink

Description

Cisco WS-C3850-24P-L Catalyst 3850 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ Layer 3 Managed Switch | StackWise-480

The Cisco WS-C3850-24P-L Catalyst 3850 Series Managed Switch is an enterprise-class Layer 2 / Layer 3 PoE+ managed switch engineered for high-performance business networking, campus deployments, and enterprise infrastructure environments. Designed for scalability and operational efficiency, this switch combines advanced switching intelligence, integrated Power over Ethernet capability, and high-speed performance for modern enterprise networks.

Featuring 24 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit PoE+ RJ-45 Ethernet ports, the WS-C3850-24P-L provides reliable connectivity for IP phones, wireless access points, surveillance systems, and enterprise network devices while delivering centralized power through IEEE 802.3at PoE+ technology with up to 30W per port.The platform delivers 92 Gbps switching capacity and 68.4 Mpps forwarding performance, enabling smooth traffic handling across demanding business environments. Built with Cisco LAN Base software, the switch supports enterprise-grade network operations with advanced management and switching capabilities.

Equipped with StackWise-480 technology, multiple switches can operate as a unified system with 480 Gbps stack bandwidth, improving scalability and simplifying infrastructure management. StackPower technology enables intelligent power sharing across stack members for improved resiliency and operational continuity.The switch supports modular uplink expansion using optional Cisco network modules including C3850-NM-4-1G and C3850-NM-2-10G, allowing organizations to scale fiber and high-speed uplink connectivity according to deployment requirements. With a 435W PoE budget, expandable up to 1,535W using an additional 1100W power supply, the WS-C3850-24P-L is optimized for enterprise access-layer deployments requiring power delivery, reliability, and long-term scalability.

KEY FEATURES

• 24 × Gigabit PoE+ Ethernet interfaces designed for enterprise access layer deployments
• IEEE 802.3at PoE+ support delivering up to 30W per port for powered devices
• 435W integrated PoE budget for wireless access points, IP phones, and surveillance systems
• Expandable power architecture supporting higher PoE capacity with optional power supply upgrades
• Cisco LAN Base software enabling secure and efficient switching operations
• StackWise-480 technology supporting scalable enterprise network expansion
• StackPower capability allowing intelligent shared power management across switch stacks
• 92 Gbps switching architecture for demanding enterprise traffic environments
• 68.4 Mpps forwarding performance for efficient packet processing
• Modular uplink expansion support for flexible fiber and high-speed connectivity deployment