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C9300-24S-E Overview
C9300-24S-E is a Cisco Catalyst 9300 managed Layer 3 stackable fiber access switch for enterprise networks that need fixed 1G SFP downlinks and selectable uplink capacity. The chassis provides 24 fixed 1G SFP ports and an empty modular uplink bay, so uplink ports are added through a separately ordered C9300 network module rather than included as fixed ports. Supported Catalyst 9300 module choices include 4x 1G, 4x Multigigabit, 8x 10G/1G, 2x 40G, and 2x 25G/10G/1G options. The model is non-PoE, uses a 1U rack-mount form factor, and ships in the Catalyst 9300 modular uplink family. Its default 715W AC supply also distinguishes it from 24-port copper data models that ship with a 350W supply. Compared with C9300-24S-A, this SKU uses Network Essentials licensing instead of Network Advantage.
208 Gbps switching capacity supports the 24-port fiber access layout before stack expansion. 688 Gbps switching capacity with stacking gives the platform a higher aggregated switching profile when deployed in a StackWise-480 stack. 154.76 Mpps forwarding rate aligns the switch with routed access, fiber aggregation, and distribution handoff roles. C9300-24S-E carries 8 GB DRAM, 16 GB flash, a 32,000-entry MAC table, and 16 MB packet buffer allocation for the 24-port Gigabit Ethernet model class. Network Essentials anchors the order in Cisco's base network tier, while the 24-port Catalyst subscription options are ordered separately for the selected term. StackWise-480 supports up to 8 Catalyst 9300 members with the same license level, and the platform also supports Cisco Catalyst Center, CLI, Web UI, and cloud monitoring through the Meraki dashboard where the chosen license and operating model apply. Dual power-supply support and field-replaceable fans help the chassis fit enterprise access standards.
This switch fits fiber access, collapsed access-to-distribution, and aggregation designs where SFP endpoints or fiber-fed downstream switches terminate at the access layer. Network teams use the modular uplink bay to choose the upstream media and speed profile during staging instead of locking the bill of materials to fixed uplinks. A 1U chassis with dual power-supply support keeps rack planning straightforward, while StackWise-480 lets compatible Catalyst 9300 units operate under a single stack control plane. ORM Systems supplies C9300-24S-E in new and certified refurbished condition for enterprise refreshes, spares, and volume rollouts. Refurbished units receive validation focused on SFP port recognition, uplink-module detection, power-supply health, fan status, StackWise readiness, and IOS XE boot checks before dispatch. Request a quote with quantity, condition, optics, network module, license term, power-cord region, and warranty expectations. Enterprise and volume buyers receive SKU-specific sourcing for fiber Catalyst access projects and stack expansion needs.
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C9300-24S-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Switch
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300-24S-E
- Brand
- Cisco
- Series
- Catalyst 9300
- Use Case
- Enterprise Access
- Management Type
- Managed
- Software Image
- Network Essentials
- Layer
- Layer 3
- Ethernet Technology
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Port Count
- 24 Ports
- Power Source
- AC
- SFP Ports
- 24 x 1GbE SFP
- Uplink Type
- Modular (module sold separately)
- Uplink Module Options
- C9300-NM-4G (4x 1G), C9300-NM-4M (4x Multigigabit), C9300-NM-8X (8x 10G/1G), C9300-NM-2Q (2x 40G), C9300-NM-2Y (2x 25G/10G/1G)
- PoE Support
- Non-PoE
- Switching Capacity
- 208 Gbps
- Stacked Switching Capacity
- 688 Gbps
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Forwarding Rate
- 154.76 Mpps
- MAC Table Size
- 32000 Entries
- DRAM
- 8 GB
- Flash Memory
- 16 GB
- Stackable
- Yes - max 8 Units
- Form Factor
- Rack-Mount 1U
- Rack Units
- 1U
- Input Voltage
- 100-240V AC
- Power Consumption
- 119.8W (C9300-NM-4G, 115VAC)
- Redundant PSU
- Yes
- Operating Temperature
- -5 deg C to +45 deg C
- Certifications
- UL 60950-1 / CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 / EN 60950-1 / IEC 60950-1 / AS/NZS 60950.1 / IEEE 802.3 / FCC Part 15 Class A / EN 55032 Class A / CISPR 32 Class A / ICES-003 Class A
- Height
- 4.3 cm
- Width
- 44.4 cm
- Depth
- 48.8 cm
- Weight
- 7.64 kg
C9300-24S-E Use Case
Fiber Access Layer
C9300-24S-E operates at the fiber access layer where 24 fixed 1G SFP ports terminate optical links from downstream switches, remote cabinets, or fiber endpoint circuits. Engineers select the C9300 network module that matches upstream speed, then stage VLANs, routed interfaces, and monitoring through IOS XE. Network Essentials keeps the switch aligned to the approved base Cisco license tier. StackWise-480 groups compatible Catalyst 9300 members under one management plane when the access block expands. The deployment consolidates fiber access links into a managed Catalyst stack.
Access to Distribution Handoff
C9300-24S-E sits between fiber-fed access areas and the distribution layer when a site needs 1G SFP density with modular uplink selection. The 24 SFP ports handle optical access circuits, while the chosen uplink module defines the upstream handoff, such as 10G, 25G, or 40G. Network teams validate SFP optics, uplink optics, VLAN trunks, routing adjacencies, and StackWise membership before production use. The topology gains a clear optical handoff point with predictable port roles and Catalyst operational controls for daily operations.
Stacked Fiber Aggregation
C9300-24S-E supports stacked fiber aggregation where multiple Catalyst 9300 members operate with StackWise-480 and the same license level. Engineers combine SFP access links across stack members, reserve modular uplinks for distribution or core connections, and apply shared management through the stack control plane. The non-PoE fiber design keeps endpoint power planning separate from switching capacity and optic selection. Certified refurbished units receive SFP, uplink-module, fan, power, and boot validation before dispatch. The result is a scalable fiber aggregation block for enterprise refresh cycles.
Quality Certifications
Reviews & Ratings
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Naomi Prescott
5
Good detail on modular uplinks, StackWise support, and which accessories needed confirmation.
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Victor Hale
5
The fiber switch specs matched our approved Cisco Catalyst 9300 bill of materials.
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Claire Donovan
5
Helpful comparison between Essentials and Advantage versions for license alignment.
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Martin Ellery
5
Power supply, stacking, and network module notes reduced procurement back-and-forth.
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Elise Montgomery
4
Useful for sourcing. Optics and uplink module choices still needed engineering approval.
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Peter Langford
4
Refurbished testing notes were practical for spares planning and pre-deployment checks.
Questions & Answers
What is C9300-24S-E?
C9300-24S-E is a Cisco Catalyst 9300 managed stackable switch with 24 fixed 1G SFP ports, a modular uplink bay, and Network Essentials licensing. It is a non-PoE fiber model for enterprise access, aggregation, or distribution handoff designs that require Cisco IOS XE, modular uplink selection, and StackWise-480 stacking support.
What does the C9300-24S-E model number mean?
The C9300 portion identifies the Cisco Catalyst 9300 modular uplink switch family. The 24S portion identifies 24 fixed 1G SFP fiber ports. The E suffix identifies Network Essentials licensing. This separates C9300-24S-E from the Network Advantage C9300-24S-A and Meraki software C9300-24S-M ordering options.
What hardware type is C9300-24S-E?
C9300-24S-E is a rack-mount managed network switch rather than an optical transceiver, media converter, or fixed-uplink compact switch. It provides 24 built-in 1G SFP network ports and an empty modular uplink bay. The chassis uses Cisco Catalyst 9300 power supplies, fans, network modules, and StackWise accessories.
Where does this SKU sit in the Cisco Catalyst lineup?
This SKU sits in the Cisco Catalyst 9300 modular uplink family, above fixed-uplink Catalyst 9300L models and below higher-capacity Catalyst 9300X fiber and multigigabit models. It is the 24-port 1G SFP Network Essentials option for buyers who need fiber access ports with modular uplink flexibility.
How many ports does C9300-24S-E have?
C9300-24S-E has 24 fixed 1G SFP ports. The modular uplink bay is not counted as installed port capacity because Cisco states that the default switch configuration does not include a network module. Buyers select a compatible C9300 network module separately when uplink ports are required in the bill of materials.
What switching capacity and forwarding rate does it provide?
C9300-24S-E provides 208 Gbps standalone switching capacity and 154.76 Mpps forwarding rate. Cisco also lists 688 Gbps switching capacity with stacking and 511.90 Mpps forwarding rate with stacking for C9300-24S. These figures apply to the 24-port 1G SFP Catalyst 9300 modular uplink model.
Does C9300-24S-E support PoE?
C9300-24S-E is a non-PoE switch. Cisco lists No PoE for the C9300-24S power-supply table entry, and the fixed access ports are 1G SFP fiber ports rather than copper PoE ports. Buyers needing endpoint power should compare the SKU with Catalyst 9300 PoE, UPOE, or UPOE+ copper models.
Is C9300-24S-E a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch?
C9300-24S-E is treated as a managed Layer 3 Catalyst access switch because the Catalyst 9300 modular uplink family documents routed scale, IPv4 routes, IPv6 routing entries, multicast routing scale, and switched virtual interfaces. The ordered license tier is Network Essentials, so feature availability should be aligned with the Cisco subscription term selected for the deployment.
What management options are supported?
Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches run Cisco IOS XE and support conventional CLI operations, Web UI workflows, Cisco Catalyst Center, and cloud monitoring through the Meraki dashboard where the operating mode and license allow it. C9300-24S-E should be staged with the selected Network Essentials entitlement, management IP plan, and controller or monitoring approach.
Is C9300-24S-E stackable?
C9300-24S-E supports Cisco StackWise-480 as a Catalyst 9300 modular uplink SKU. Cisco lists 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth, StackWise cable hardware, and up to 8 stack members for C9300 SKUs with the same license level. Stacking design should also account for power, cable length, software version, and supported member types.
What is C9300-24S-E used for?
C9300-24S-E is used for fiber-based enterprise access, fiber aggregation, and access-to-distribution handoff where 24 1G SFP ports match the edge design. It commonly connects fiber-fed access switches, long-run fiber links, building handoffs, or optical endpoint circuits, while a separately selected network module provides the upstream speed and media profile.
What size environment fits this switch?
This switch fits enterprise access closets, aggregation points, and distribution-adjacent areas that need 24 1G fiber ports in a stackable 1U Catalyst chassis. It suits designs where fiber port density matters more than copper PoE, and where StackWise-480 keeps multiple compatible Catalyst 9300 units managed as one logical stack.
What workloads or scenarios suit C9300-24S-E?
C9300-24S-E suits fiber access, aggregation, and routed access scenarios with 1G SFP handoffs. Network teams use it where remote cabinets, fiber-fed access switches, or optical uplinks terminate on Catalyst infrastructure. It is not selected for copper desktop access or PoE endpoint power because the built-in ports are SFP fiber interfaces.
Does it work in distribution layer deployments?
C9300-24S-E works in smaller distribution or collapsed access-to-distribution roles when 24 1G SFP interfaces and modular uplink choices match the topology. The 208 Gbps standalone switching capacity, 688 Gbps switching capacity with stacking, and StackWise-480 support help the platform aggregate fiber access links under Catalyst operational controls.
Which network modules are compatible with C9300-24S-E?
Compatible Catalyst 9300 network modules include C9300-NM-4G for 4x 1G, C9300-NM-4M for 4x Multigigabit, C9300-NM-8X for 8x 10G/1G, C9300-NM-2Q for 2x 40G, and C9300-NM-2Y for 2x 25G/10G/1G. The network module is selected separately because the default switch configuration does not include one.
Which optics should buyers check for this switch?
Buyers should check Cisco SFP compatibility for the 24 fixed 1G SFP ports and then check the selected C9300 network module for any SFP, SFP+, SFP28, or QSFP optic requirements. Optics must match speed, fiber type, connector, distance, and upstream platform, especially when a 10G, 25G, or 40G uplink module is added.
Which Cisco platforms integrate with this switch?
C9300-24S-E integrates with Cisco IOS XE operations, Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco Smart Licensing, StackWise-480 accessories, Catalyst 9300 network modules, and Meraki dashboard monitoring workflows where supported. It also fits Catalyst 9000 operating practices, including staged configuration, subscription licensing, optics validation, and stack member alignment before production deployment.
What standards and protocols are relevant?
Relevant standards and operational features include IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, 802.1Q VLANs, STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP, routing scale for IPv4 and IPv6, multicast routing scale, jumbo frames up to 9198 bytes, and MACsec 256-bit support across Catalyst 9300 models. Exact feature use depends on software release, license, and configured deployment mode.
How does C9300-24S-E compare with C9300-24S-A?
C9300-24S-E and C9300-24S-A share the same 24-port 1G SFP Catalyst 9300 hardware profile with modular uplinks. The difference is licensing. C9300-24S-E is ordered with Network Essentials, while C9300-24S-A is ordered with Network Advantage. Buyers should match the suffix to the approved Cisco license tier.
How does C9300-24S-E compare with C9300-48S-E?
C9300-24S-E provides 24 fixed 1G SFP ports, while C9300-48S-E doubles the fiber access density to 48 fixed 1G SFP ports. Cisco lists 208 Gbps switching capacity and 154.76 Mpps forwarding for C9300-24S, compared with 256 Gbps and 190.47 Mpps for C9300-48S.
How does C9300-24S-E compare with C9300-24T-E?
C9300-24S-E is the 24-port 1G SFP fiber model with a 715W default AC power supply. C9300-24T-E is the 24-port copper data model with modular uplinks and a 350W default AC power supply. Buyers choose between them based on fiber access ports versus RJ-45 copper access ports.
How does C9300-24S-E compare with C9300L-24T-4X-E?
C9300-24S-E uses 24 fixed 1G SFP ports and modular uplinks, with StackWise-480 support as a Catalyst 9300 SKU. C9300L-24T-4X-E uses 24 copper data ports with fixed 4x 10G/1G SFP+ uplinks and StackWise-320 support. The C9300 model is better aligned to modular uplink and fiber access requirements.
Is C9300-24S-E available new or refurbished?
ORM Systems supplies C9300-24S-E in new and certified refurbished condition for enterprise and commercial IT hardware buyers. Availability depends on quantity, condition, network module, optics, power cord, license term, and warranty needs. Buyers should request the exact SKU so sourcing remains aligned with the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Network Essentials fiber model.
What is the price of C9300-24S-E?
C9300-24S-E price depends on condition, quantity, selected network module, optics, power-cord region, license term, warranty coverage, and fulfilment route. ORM Systems quotes the exact manufacturer part number so buyers can compare new and certified refurbished options against the same Cisco Catalyst 9300 24-port 1G SFP configuration.
Is C9300-24S-E end of life?
C9300-24S-E appears in the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series datasheet ordering table updated June 22, 2026. Lifecycle status should still be checked during quoting because Cisco end-of-sale and end-of-support notices can change separately from reseller availability. Buyers should request a current lifecycle check with any formal quote.
What lead time should buyers expect?
Lead time is confirmed during quoting because stock condition, quantity, network module choice, optic selection, power cords, license term, and destination affect fulfilment. ORM Systems can quote available new and certified refurbished sourcing paths for C9300-24S-E, then confirm which accessories and licenses are included or ordered separately.
Are bulk orders available for this SKU?
Bulk orders are handled through a quantity-based quote for C9300-24S-E. Enterprise buyers should provide target quantity, condition preference, network module requirements, optic and cable requirements, power-cord region, license term, delivery destination, and warranty expectations. That detail keeps pricing and fulfilment aligned with the exact Catalyst 9300 bill of materials.
What warranty is available from ORM Systems?
ORM Systems offers up to a 3-year warranty on eligible new and certified refurbished enterprise hardware, including Cisco Catalyst switches such as C9300-24S-E. Warranty terms should be confirmed on the quote because coverage can vary by product condition, sourcing route, region, accessory bundle, and service requirement.
How are refurbished C9300-24S-E units tested?
Certified refurbished C9300-24S-E units receive product-class validation before dispatch, focused on SFP port recognition, network module detection, power-supply health, fan status, StackWise readiness, IOS XE boot checks, and physical condition. These checks matter because fiber port detection, uplink modules, and stack behavior are central to deployment success.
Which certifications and compliance standards apply?
Cisco lists Catalyst 9300 safety and compliance standards including UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS 60950.1, IEEE 802.3, FCC Part 15 Class A, EN 55032 Class A, CISPR 32 Class A, and ICES-003 Class A. Buyers should verify any country-specific requirement before import or deployment.
What is needed for first-use configuration?
First-use configuration requires the switch, compatible AC power cord, management or console access, Cisco IOS XE startup configuration, Network Essentials entitlement, selected Catalyst subscription term, and any required optics or network module. Network teams normally validate SFP detection, uplink module recognition, VLANs, routing policy, stack membership, and management reachability before handover.
Does C9300-24S-E require Cisco licensing?
C9300-24S-E is ordered with Network Essentials, and Cisco states that Catalyst 9300 models ordered with Network Essentials or Network Advantage require a Cisco Catalyst or Cisco DNA subscription license at configuration. Buyers should include the correct 24-port 1G Fiber Cisco Catalyst Essentials license term when building the purchasing plan.
What accessories should be checked before ordering?
Buyers should check the required C9300 network module, Cisco-compatible optics, fiber patch leads, AC power cord, optional secondary power supply, StackWise cables, rack kit, license term, and warranty coverage. The default switch configuration does not include the network module, so uplink selection should be confirmed before purchase approval.
Where can C9300-24S-E be bought in the UK?
C9300-24S-E can be sourced through ORM Systems for UK enterprise and commercial IT hardware procurement. Buyers should request a quote using the exact SKU, quantity, condition preference, network module, optic requirements, license term, power-cord region, and warranty expectations so the quote matches the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Network Essentials fiber model.
Does ORM Systems ship C9300-24S-E internationally?
ORM Systems supports international enquiries for C9300-24S-E and confirms destination, logistics, documentation, compliance requirements, and available shipping options during quoting. Buyers outside the UK should provide delivery country, quantity, condition preference, network module, optics, licensing, and accessory requirements so fulfilment can be checked against the complete order scope.