Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9300L-24P-4X-E is the next generation of the industry’s most widely deployed stackable switching platform. As part of the Catalyst 9300 Series, these switches are purpose-built for security, IoT, and the cloud. The C9300L models feature fixed uplink modules, providing a cost-effective yet high-performance solution for enterprise-class access layer deployments.
Figure 1 shows the front panel of C9300L-24P-4X-E.
Key Highlights:
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High-Density PoE+: 24 ports of consistent IEEE 802.3at PoE+ power (up to 30W per port).
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Future-Proof Uplinks: 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks for high-bandwidth server and core connectivity.
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Advanced StackPower: Supports Cisco StackWise-320 technology with 320 Gbps of stacking bandwidth.
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Network Essentials: Includes foundational features for Layer 2 and Layer 3 access.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Details |
| Model Number |
C9300L-24P-4X-E |
| Total 10/100/1000 or Multigigabit Copper Ports |
24 Ports PoE+ |
| Uplink Configuration |
4x 10G fixed uplinks (SFP+) |
| Default AC Power Supply |
715W AC |
| PoE Budget |
505W (Default) |
| Switching Capacity |
128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
95.23 Mpps |
| Stacking Bandwidth |
320 Gbps |
| Software License |
Network Essentials |
Deep-Dive FAQ: Expert Analysis & Comparisons
Q1: C9300L-24P-4X-E vs. Catalyst 3850: Why should I upgrade?
Answer: The C9300L series is the official replacement for the legacy Catalyst 3850. It is powered by the UADP 2.0 ASIC, offering double the density for high-performance wireless and wired convergences. Compared to the 3850, the C9300L provides better stacking bandwidth (320G vs 480G modular), improved security with Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA), and is fully optimized for Cisco SD-Access.
Q2: What are the benefits of the "Network Essentials" license?
Answer: The Network Essentials license (the '-E' suffix) provides essential Layer 2 and Base Layer 3 capabilities. This includes features like OSPF, PBR, ISIS, and EIGRP (stub), along with full management capabilities via Cisco DNA Center. It is ideal for standard enterprise access environments.
Q3: Does this switch support hot-swappable power supplies?
Answer: Yes. The C9300L-24P-4X-E supports dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies. By adding a second power supply, you can increase the PoE budget or provide 1+1 power redundancy for critical network uptime.
Comparison with Similar Models
| Model |
Ports |
Uplinks |
License |
| C9300L-24P-4X-E |
24x PoE+ |
4x 10G SFP+ |
Network Essentials |
| C9300L-24P-4G-E |
24x PoE+ |
4x 1G SFP |
Network Essentials |
| C9300L-48P-4X-E |
48x PoE+ |
4x 10G SFP+ |
Network Essentials |
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