Description

The C9300-24U-A is a 24-port switch in the Catalyst 9300 Series offering a combination of Gigabit Ethernet (1G) and multi-rate SFP+ (1G/10G) ports. This flexibility allows it to cater to different kinds of devices and network designs, offering both copper and fiber-optic connectivity options. The A in the model number indicates that this version comes with Cisco IOS XE software for layer 3 routing, stacking, and advanced network features, including automation and security.

Designed for enterprise campuses, the C9300-24U-A is ideal for access-layer deployments and provides the scalability and security needed in modern network infrastructures. It supports advanced features like stacking, high availability, and Cisco DNA Center integration, which makes it an excellent choice for both growing and mission-critical environments.

Key Features:

• 24 Universal Ports (1G/10G SFP+):

  • The C9300-24U-A comes with 24 universal ports that support Gigabit Ethernet (1G) and multi-rate SFP+ ports (1G/10G). This means the switch can connect both copper (Ethernet) devices and fiber-optic devices (using SFP modules) depending on the network’s needs.

  • The SFP+ ports are ideal for fiber-optic connectivity to other switches or network segments, and the 1G/10G multi-rate capability makes it easy to adjust bandwidth as your network evolves.

• Layer 3 Routing Capabilities:

  • As part of the Catalyst 9300 Series, the C9300-24U-A supports Layer 3 routing. It includes features like static routing, OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP to support complex traffic management between different network segments and subnets.

• High Availability with Stacking:

  • The C9300-24U-A supports stacking of up to 8 switches, which helps simplify network management and provides redundancy in case of failure.

  • StackWise technology offers up to 480 Gbps stack bandwidth, enabling high availability and scalability, as all the stacked switches appear as a single logical unit.

• Energy Efficient:

  • The C9300-24U-A is designed to be energy-efficient, with features like IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), which reduces power consumption during low traffic periods.

  • Cisco EnergyWise is also supported, allowing for better energy management and optimization across the network.

• Advanced Security:

  • The switch includes several security features:

    • 802.1X Authentication: For secure access control to the network.

    • MACsec (Media Access Control Security): Provides data encryption between devices for secure communication.

    • Cisco TrustSec: Helps define and enforce security policies across the network.

    • Advanced Threat Detection: Built-in protection against network-based threats and attacks.

• Cisco DNA Ready:

  • The C9300-24U-A is fully integrated with Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA), which enables automation, real-time analytics, and policy-driven network management via Cisco DNA Center.

  • This integration allows for network assurance and simplified operations through continuous monitoring and proactive management.