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C9300-24S-A
CATALYST 9300 24GE SFP PORTS MODULAR UPLINK SWITCH
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C9300-24S-A Overview
C9300-24S-A is a high-performance, scalable enterprise switch engineered with a robust modular architecture designed for modern networking demands. It features flexible power options with an AC power supply and supports redundant power supply modules, ensuring continuous uptime and enhanced reliability in mission-critical applications.
C9300-24S-A comes equipped with 24 SFP ports for fiber connectivity and 4 fixed 10G uplink ports that allow for efficient stacking and high-speed network interconnectivity. Built to support both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations, it is ideal for campus access and branch deployments where exceptional performance and scalability are required.
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C9300-24S-A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 50 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- N/A
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300-24S-A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 24 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 integrated 1G SFP ports and 4 fixed 10G uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9300-24S-A Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Weight
- 24 lbs
C9300-24S-A Use Case
Enterprise Campus Distribution with Fiber Uplink Aggregation
In large corporate campus environments, the Cisco Catalyst 9300-24S-A delivers 24 × 1 GbE SFP ports and four modular uplink slots for seamless fiber aggregation to distribution blocks. By stacking up to eight switches and deploying 10 G/25 G SFP+ uplink modules, IT architects achieve high-density fiber spine connectivity, real-time segmentation via Cisco SD-Access, and centralized orchestration with Cisco DNA Center. Benefit: Consolidated fiber infrastructure, 50% faster provisioning, and end-to-end policy-based security.
Mid-Size Data Center Leaf Access with Modular Uplinks
In a mid-size data center, the Cisco Catalyst 9300-24S-A functions as a leaf switch offering 24 fiber SFP access ports for servers and appliances, plus four modular uplink slots supporting 10 G/25 G SFP+ or 40 G QSFP modules. Integrated Cisco IOS XE automation and SmartStack technology ensure sub-millisecond convergence, dynamic workload balancing, and real-time telemetry. Benefit: Scalable east-west traffic performance, 40% lower latency, and 99.999% uptime for mission-critical applications.
Global Retail Branch Omni-Channel Fiber Network
Retail chains leverage the Cisco Catalyst 9300-24S-A as in-store aggregation for 24 × 1 GbE fiber connections to POS terminals, digital signage, and WLAN APs with optional 10 G SFP+ uplinks to SD-WAN edge routers. Zero-touch provisioning via Cisco DNA Center accelerates branch turn-up by 60%, while integrated TrustSec segmentation isolates guest Wi-Fi and POS traffic. Benefit: Rapid store deployments, unified network policy enforcement, and enhanced customer experience.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9300-24S-A |  C9300-24U-E |  C9300L-48PF-4X-10A |  C9300L-48UXG-4X-A |  C9300L-48T-4X-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 11.5 inches | 12.0 inches | 12.9 inches | 17.3 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Lite | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9300-24S-A | C9300-24U-E | C9300L-48PF-4X-10A | C9300L-48UXG-4X-A | C9300L-48T-4X-A |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | N/A | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 integrated 1G SFP ports and 4 fixed 10G uplink ports | 24 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 48 PoE+ ports, 4 10G SFP+ uplink ports | N/A | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 50 W | 40 W | 370 W | 250W | 370W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9300-24S-A Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9300 24-Port Switch (Non-PoE, Enhanced Image) | Cisco Catalyst 9300L-48PF-4X-10A | Cisco Catalyst 9300L-48UXG-4X-A Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9300L-48T-4X-A |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 24 lbs | 18 lbs | 31.9 lbs | 24 lbs | 26 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.4 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Franklin
4
Reliable fiber connectivity for enterprise access.
B
Brian Collins
5
Stable performance with minimal latency.
J
Jason Porter
5
Easy integration into existing Cisco networks.
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Mark Reynolds
5
Solid Network Advantage option.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9300 24GE SFP Ports Modular Uplink Switch (SKU: C9300-24S-A)?
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 24GE SFP Ports Modular Uplink Switch (SKU: C9300-24S-A) is a stackable enterprise-class access switch featuring 24 fixed 1 Gbps SFP fiber ports and modular uplink slots, designed for secure, high-performance campus networks.
How many SFP ports does the C9300-24S-A offer?
It offers 24 fixed 1 Gbps SFP ports for fiber connectivity.
Which uplink modules are compatible with the Catalyst 9300 24S?
It supports Cisco modular uplink slots with options for 4×1G SFP, 2×10G SFP+, 4×10G SFP+, 2×25G SFP28 and 1×40G QSFP+ modules.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the C9300-24S-A?
The switch delivers a switching capacity of 208 Gbps and a maximum forwarding rate of 154.76 Mpps.
What stacking technology and bandwidth does the Catalyst 9300 24S support?
It uses Cisco StackWise-480 technology to provide up to 480 Gbps of stacking bandwidth across a stack of up to eight switches.
Which operating system and software features are available on C9300-24S-A?
It runs Cisco IOS XE software, offering advanced features such as SD-Access, automation with Cisco DNA Center, and integrated security.
What licensing options are available for the Catalyst 9300 24S?
Available software licenses include Network Essentials, Network Advantage, Cisco DNA Essentials and Cisco DNA Advantage for feature scalability.
Does the C9300-24S-A support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No. The C9300-24S-A does not support PoE. For PoE requirements, consider the C9300-24P or C9300-24MP models.
What power supply and redundancy options are available?
It supports dual hot-swappable power supplies with options for 715W AC, 1100W AC or 1100W DC to ensure power redundancy.
What security features are integrated into the Catalyst 9300 24GE SFP switch?
Integrated security features include MACsec encryption, Cisco TrustSec, IEEE 802.1X authentication and advanced segmentation services.
Can the C9300-24S-A be stacked with other Catalyst 9300 switches?
Yes. It is fully stackable with other Catalyst 9300 switches using Cisco StackWise-480, enabling unified management and high availability.
What warranty and technical support options are included with the Cisco Catalyst 9300 24S?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty with next-business-day replacement and offers optional Cisco SMARTnet for 24/7 support.
What form factor and rack mounting options does the C9300-24S-A have?
It is a 1RU form factor switch that fits standard 19-inch racks and includes rack-mount brackets and installation hardware.
Which SFP transceivers are compatible with the Catalyst 9300 24S?
Compatible transceivers include Cisco GLC-LH-S, GLC-SX-MMD, SFP-10G-SR, SFP-10G-LR, SFP-25G-SR, SFP-25G-LR and compatible QSFP+ modules for uplinks.
What applications is the Catalyst 9300 24S best suited for?
The C9300-24S-A is ideal for enterprise campus access, branch office distribution and high-performance fiber access deployments.
Which network redundancy protocols does the C9300-24S-A support?
It supports VRRP, HSRP and GLBP for L3 gateway redundancy, plus nonstop forwarding for uninterrupted operations.
How do I configure an uplink module on the Catalyst 9300 24S?
Insert the chosen uplink module into the slot, install compatible transceivers, enable the interface in Cisco IOS XE and apply VLAN and QoS policies as needed.