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Fiber Access Switching for Routed Enterprise Networks

C9300-24S-A provides managed Layer 3 enterprise access through 24 fixed 1G SFP ports rather than copper access ports. The modular uplink bay ships without a network module, so the base chassis does not include installed uplink ports. Network Advantage supplies the advanced routing tier, while the non-PoE hardware carries data without powering endpoints. The Catalyst 9300 occupies one rack unit and belongs to the Catalyst 9000 family. C9300-24S-E retains the same fiber access configuration but carries Network Essentials instead. Native access connections remain Gigabit Ethernet even when a higher-speed uplink module is installed.

C9300-24S-A price for new stock is $11,718.00, a 54.9% saving from the Cisco list price of $25,992.00. C9300-24S-A refurb price is $9,003.75. C9300-24S-A is in stock and available for free next-day delivery. (terms applied)

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Technical Details

208 Gbps switching capacity and 154.76 Mpps forwarding support standalone operation; switching capacity with stacking reaches 688 Gbps. OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 provide advanced unicast routing under Network Advantage, while PIM SM and SSM support multicast routing. The IPv4 scale is 32000 total entries, comprising 24000 direct routes and 8000 indirect routes. C9300-24S-A combines 8 GB DRAM with 16 GB flash for system operation and image storage, using UADP 2.0 forwarding silicon. Its 32000-entry MAC table supports address learning, and a 16 MB packet buffer accommodates queued traffic. MACsec-256 provides link encryption, but hardware-based IPsec is not supported. Three FAN-T2= fan modules provide cooling, with front-to-rear and side-to-rear airflow requiring clear ventilation paths. The 284130 Hours MTBF is a reliability planning metric rather than a guaranteed service life. Safety certifications include UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 and AS/NZS 60950.1.

Ordering

C9300-24S-A is offered new sealed or certified refurbished, with ORM coverage of up to a three-year extended warranty for new units, up to one year for refurbished units, and 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, every port linking at rated speed, optics bay recognition and a clean boot, with firmware verified and configurations wiped to factory default. Cisco's separate Enhanced Limited Lifetime warranty applies to the original owner and carries a five-year limit after a discontinuance announcement. Specify condition, accessories and quantities on the accepted PO for enterprise or volume purchasing; Net-30 is available for government.

Buying Notes

Buying NotesKey Specs

Subscription path selection required

C9300-24S-A needs a subscription choice: Cisco DNA and Cisco Catalyst offer Essentials or Advantage, minimum three years, with Advantage matching this PID; Cisco Networking Subscription offers Cisco Switching Essentials or Advantage, minimum 36 months.

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ORM Systems provides RMA with advance replacement across UK, EU, US and MEA regions. Specify the required regional handling on the purchase order when the unit is being ordered as a service spare.

Key Specs

Key SpecsKey Spec Values

Operating System

Cisco IOS XE

License Tier

Network Advantage

Port Configuration

24 x 1G SFP; modular uplink bay

Stacking

StackWise-480; eight members

Replaces

C1-WS3850-12S/K9, C1-WS3850-24S/K9, C3850-12S-E++, C3850-12S-S++, C3850-24S-E++, C3850-24S-S++; EOS April 30, 2022

Replaces

C3850-24XS-S++, WS-C3850-12S-E, WS-C3850-12S-S, WS-C3850-24S-E, WS-C3850-24S-S; EOS April 30, 2022

C9300-24S-A Specifications

Manufacturer Part Number
C9300-24S-A
Brand
Cisco
Series
Catalyst 9300
Use Case
Enterprise Access
Management Type
Managed
Software Image
Network Advantage
Layer
Layer 3
Routing Protocols
Static / RIP / OSPF / OSPFv3 / EIGRP / BGPv4 / BGPv6 / IS-ISv4 / PBR / VRRP / HSRP / PIM SM / SSM
Ethernet Technology
Gigabit Ethernet
RJ-45 Access Port Count
0
Power Input
Internal AC PSU
SFP Ports
24 x 1GbE
Uplink Type
Modular (module sold separately)
Uplink Module Options
C9300-NM-4G (4 x 1G SFP), C9300-NM-4M (4 x Multigigabit), C9300-NM-8X (8 x 10G SFP+), C9300-NM-2Q (2 x 40G QSFP+), C9300-NM-2Y (2 x 25G SFP28)
Uplink Speed Class
40G
PoE Support
Non-PoE
Switching Capacity
208 Gbps
Stacked Switching Capacity
688 Gbps
Forwarding Rate
154.76 Mpps
MAC Table Size
32000 Entries
IPv4 Route Scale
32000 Routes
Memory
8 GB
Flash Memory
16 GB
ASIC
UADP 2.0
Stackable
Yes - max 8 Units
Form Factor
Rack-Mount 1U
Input Voltage
100-240V AC
Primary PSU
PWR-C1-715WAC-P
Redundant PSU
Optional
Cooling
3 fans (FAN-T2=)
MTBF
284130 Hours
Cisco Warranty
Enhanced Limited Lifetime (original owner; five-year discontinuance limit)
Certifications
UL 60950-1 / EN 60950-1 / IEC 60950-1 / AS/NZS 60950.1
Height
43 mm
Width
444 mm
Depth
488 mm
Weight
7.64 kg

C9300-24S-A Use Case

Fiber Access Closet Handoff

C9300-24S-A sits in an access closet and terminates fiber runs on 24 1G SFP ports from access switches, media converters, building links, and fiber-served network devices. Engineers map VLANs, routed interfaces, ACLs, and authentication policy to those SFP handoffs, then reserve the modular uplink bay for the distribution path. The Network Advantage image places advanced routing and segmentation functions at the fiber edge. The result is a controlled fiber access point with consistent policy applied before traffic moves upstream.

Access to Distribution Uplink Handoff

The switch operates at the access edge and presents aggregated 1G SFP traffic to distribution through a selected Catalyst 9300 network module. Engineers match C9300-NM-4G, C9300-NM-8X, C9300-NM-2Q, or C9300-NM-2Y to the upstream port speed, optics, and fiber plant, then configure trunks, routed links, or EtherChannel. C9300-24S-A keeps 24 fiber downlinks separate from modular uplink selection during refresh planning. The result is a cleaner access-to-distribution design with uplink bandwidth matched to the campus architecture while preserving existing fiber access cabling and optics.

Stacked Fiber Aggregation Block

Several compatible Catalyst 9300 switches form a StackWise-480 block when a site needs more 1G fiber ports under one management plane. C9300-24S-A contributes 24 SFP ports per member, while the stack centralizes configuration, image management, monitoring, and cross-stack uplink planning. Engineers standardize stack cables, power supplies, optics, software releases, and uplink modules before adding members to the closet. The result is higher fiber port density with simpler operations and a single logical switch across maintenance windows and future port additions.

Best For

Legacy Fiber Refresh

When replacing discontinued WS-C3850-12S-E, WS-C3850-12S-S, WS-C3850-24S-E or WS-C3850-24S-S hardware, the C9300-24S replacement family provides a migration option. Those older models reached end-of-sale on April 30, 2022. Inventory existing optical connections and required software features, then specify the replacement configuration and accessories before the PO.

Existing Stack Expansion

When adding a member to an existing modular-uplink stack, the network license level must match the other members. Fixed-uplink Catalyst 9300L models and the higher-scale Catalyst 9300 models cannot join this configuration. Record existing member identities and license levels, then verify the proposed stack partners before ordering.

Routed Segment Expansion

When routed segments are being added at the enterprise access edge, the switch supports 1000 switched virtual interfaces. Inventory the planned interfaces and address assignments rather than selecting solely by chassis port count. Confirm the required routing features and configuration template before placing the hardware and software requirements on the PO.

Not Suitable If

PoE power for copper endpoints

C9300-24S-A has no powered access ports. C9300-24P-A provides 24 copper PoE+ ports instead of SFP access ports; the alternative changes both endpoint power delivery and connection medium.

10G or 25G fiber access

C9300-24S-A fixes its access connections at 1G; faster uplink modules do not change that limit. C9300X-24Y provides 24 native 1G/10G/25G SFP28 access ports.

Product Comparison Table

CATALYST 9300 24GE SFP PORTS MODULAR UPLINK SWITCHC9300-24S-ACATALYST 9300 24PORT UPOE NTWK ESSENTIALS LICS REQUIREDC9300-24U-EELA CATALYST 9300L 48PORT FULL POE NTWK ADV 4X10G UPLINKC9300L-48PF-4X-10ACATALYST 9300L 48P 12MGIG NTWK ADVANTAGE 4X10G UPLINKC9300L-48UXG-4X-ACATALYST 9300L 48P DATA NTWK ADVANTAGE 4X10G UPLINKC9300L-48T-4X-A
Depth488 mm488 mm12.0 inches488 mm449 mm
Ethernet TechnologyGigabit EthernetGigabit Ethernet10/100/1000Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G)Gigabit Ethernet
Flash Memory16 GB16 GB256 MB16 GB16 GB
Form FactorRack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-mountRack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1U
Height43 mm44 mm1.75 inches44 mm44 mm
Manufacturer Part NumberC9300-24S-AC9300-24U-EC9300L-48PF-4X-10AC9300L-48UXG-4X-AC9300L-48T-4X-A
Memory8 GB8 GB4 GB8 GB8 GB
Switching Capacity208 Gbps208 Gbps128 Gbps392 Gbps176 Gbps
Weight7.64 kg7.54 kg31.9 lbs7.65 kg.7 kg
Width444 mm445 mm17.5 inches445 mm445 mm

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ISO 27001
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REACH
FCC
CE
UKCA
VCCI
ISO 9001
ISO 14001

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Reviews & Ratings

B
Brian Collins

Reviewed on the 29 October 2017

5

Stable performance with minimal latency.

J
Jason Porter

Reviewed on the 5 May 2025

5

Easy integration into existing Cisco networks.

M
Mark Reynolds

Reviewed on the 19 October 2018

5

Solid Network Advantage option.

C
Charles Bennett

Reviewed on the 28 October 2019

4

SFP-based access switch with strong Layer 3 capabilities.

K
Kevin Franklin

Reviewed on the 4 September 2019

4

Reliable fiber connectivity for enterprise access.

Questions & Answers

What does the C9300-24S-A part number mean?

C9300-24S-A identifies a Catalyst 9300 switch with 24 1G SFP access ports, modular uplinks and Network Advantage. C9300 identifies the family, 24 indicates the port count, S identifies the SFP configuration, and A identifies Network Advantage. The part number does not specify an installed uplink module.

How is C9300-24S-A managed?

C9300-24S-A supports an embedded WebUI and CLI through local console or SSH, with centralized options through Catalyst Center and the Meraki dashboard. Cloud configuration can originate from the dashboard or remain device-based. Management mode, software release and subscription selection must be aligned before cloud onboarding.

Which licensing paths are offered for C9300-24S-A?

C9300-24S-A includes perpetual Network Advantage. Cisco DNA Essentials and Cisco DNA Advantage, or Cisco Catalyst Essentials and Cisco Catalyst Advantage, start at three years; new -A orders use Advantage. Cisco Networking Subscription offers Cisco Switching Essentials or Cisco Switching Advantage, minimum 36 months. Meraki Enterprise or Meraki Advanced migration starts at one year.

Which uplink modules can C9300-24S-A use?

C9300-24S-A accepts C9300-NM-4G for four 1G ports, C9300-NM-4M for four Multigigabit ports, C9300-NM-8X for eight 10G/1G ports, C9300-NM-2Q for two 40G ports, or C9300-NM-2Y for two 25G/10G/1G ports. The base configuration excludes the uplink module. Select compatible transceivers for the chosen module and link medium.

How many Catalyst 9300 switches can be stacked?

Catalyst 9300 StackWise-480 stacks eight members with 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth and matching network license levels. Cable choices are STACK-T1-50CM, STACK-T1-1M and STACK-T1-3M. Fixed-uplink Catalyst 9300L models cannot join this stack, and higher-scale models have separate mixing restrictions. Specify cable lengths against the intended rack arrangement.

Which routing protocols does C9300-24S-A support?

C9300-24S-A supports advanced routing with Network Advantage, including OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4, plus hardware-supported IPv6 routing through OSPFv3 and BGPv6. PIM SM and SSM support multicast routing. The Network Essentials OSPF limit of 1000 routes is not the routing-tier restriction attached to this Network Advantage PID.

Which power supply ships with C9300-24S-A?

C9300-24S-A ships with one PWR-C1-715WAC-P power supply and has a second internal supply slot for optional redundancy. PWR-C1-715WAC-P accepts 100-240V AC. A second PWR-C1-715WAC-P can be ordered separately; the standard configuration does not include two supplies, and the installed supply does not make the SFP access ports PoE-capable.

Is Catalyst 9300 end-of-sale?

Cisco has not announced an end-of-sale date for Catalyst 9300. C9300-24S-A remains a hardware ordering option in the series. End-of-sale announcements for individual software releases, subscription PIDs or accessories do not establish an end-of-sale date for this chassis, and no hardware replacement PID is assigned here.

Which discontinued switches does C9300-24S-A replace?

C9300-24S-A belongs to the C9300-24S replacement family for C1-WS3850-12S/K9, C1-WS3850-24S/K9, C3850-12S-E++, C3850-12S-S++, C3850-24S-E++, C3850-24S-S++, C3850-24XS-S++, WS-C3850-12S-E, WS-C3850-12S-S, WS-C3850-24S-E and WS-C3850-24S-S. Those discontinued models reached end-of-sale on April 30, 2022. Match existing link speeds and required software features rather than assuming every replacement is functionally like-for-like.

What is the difference between C9300-24S-A and C9300-24P-A?

C9300-24S-A provides 24 non-PoE 1G SFP access ports, while C9300-24P-A provides 24 copper PoE+ access ports. Both configurations carry Network Advantage and modular uplinks. C9300-24S-A suits optical access connections; C9300-24P-A suits copper endpoints requiring switch-delivered power, with the shared power budget sized separately against endpoint demand.

What is the difference between C9300-24S-A and C9300-24S-E?

C9300-24S-A carries Network Advantage, while C9300-24S-E carries Network Essentials on the same 24-port 1G SFP configuration. Network Advantage adds advanced routing such as BGP and full EIGRP. C9300-24S-A suits those advanced routing requirements; C9300-24S-E suits buyers whose required features remain within Network Essentials.

What is the difference between C9300-24S-A and C9300-48S-A?

C9300-24S-A has 24 fixed 1G SFP access ports, while C9300-48S-A has 48. Both carry Network Advantage and use modular uplinks. C9300-24S-A suits a purchase requiring the lower fiber port count; C9300-48S-A suits consolidation requiring more optical connections in one chassis, with transceiver quantities specified accordingly.

What rack space does the 24-port Gigabit SFP switch require?

The 24-port Gigabit SFP switch uses a Rack-Mount 1U chassis measuring 43 mm high and 444 mm wide. Depth with the default PWR-C1-715WAC-P supply is 488 mm, and weight is 7.64 kg. Check usable rack depth and leave clearance for rear connections and airflow before finalizing installation accessories.

What conditions and warranties does ORM Systems offer for C9300-24S-A?

ORM Systems offers C9300-24S-A new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a three-year extended warranty for new units and up to one year for refurbished units. Every condition has 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco separately provides an Enhanced Limited Lifetime hardware warranty for the original owner, subject to discontinuance limits; eligibility is separate from ORM coverage.