Description

The Cisco Catalyst C9300X-24Y-E is a high-performance, stackable Layer 3 switch designed to meet the demands of modern enterprise networks. Part of the Catalyst 9300X Series, it offers advanced features for scalability, security, and flexibility.

🔧 Key Features

• 24 x 1G/10G/25G SFP28 Ports: Provides versatile connectivity options to accommodate various network requirements.

• Modular Uplink Support: Compatible with optional network modules, such as the C9300X-NM-2C, offering 40G/100G uplink capabilities.

• High Switching Capacity: Delivers up to 2 Tbps of switching capacity, expandable to 3 Tbps when stacked.

• StackWise-1T Technology: Supports stacking of up to 8 switches with a 1 Tbps stacking bandwidth, ensuring high availability and scalability.

• Enhanced Security: Features hardware-based 100G IPsec encryption, providing robust security for data in transit.

• Advanced Management: Includes 16 GB DRAM and 16 GB flash memory, running on Cisco IOS XE for comprehensive network management.

📐 Technical Specifications

• Model Number: C9300X-24Y-E

• Ports: 24 x SFP28 (supporting 1G/10G/25G)

• Switching Capacity: 2 Tbps (3 Tbps with stacking)

• Forwarding Rate: 1,488 Mpps (2,232 Mpps with stacking

• Memory:

  • DRAM: 16 GB

  • Flash Memory: 16 GB

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.73 x 17.5 x 20.7 inches (4.4 x 44.5 x 52.6 cm)

• Weight: Approximately 16.2 lbs (7.35 kg)

• Power Supply: Includes one 715W AC power supply; supports dual redundant power supplies for enhanced reliability.

🛠️ Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise Core and Distribution Layers: Provides high-speed, reliable connectivity for core and distribution network layers.

• Data Centers: Supports high-bandwidth applications and server connectivity with 25G port options.

• High-Performance Computing (HPC): Delivers low-latency, high-throughput connections essential for HPC environments.

• Scalable Network Architectures: Facilitates network growth with flexible stacking and modular uplink options.