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C9300X-24Y-A Overview
C9300X-24Y-A is a Cisco Catalyst 9300X managed Layer 3 stackable fiber switch for enterprise networks that need 25G-capable SFP28 access or aggregation ports in a modular uplink chassis. The hardware provides 24 fixed 25G/10G/1G SFP28 ports and an empty modular uplink bay, so uplink ports are added through a separately ordered Catalyst 9300X network module rather than included as fixed ports. Compatible Catalyst 9300X module choices for this model include C9300X-NM-8M, C9300X-NM-8Y, C9300X-NM-2C, and C9300X-NM-4C. The switch is non-PoE, uses a 1U rack-mount form factor, and ships in the Catalyst 9300X modular uplink family with a 715W default AC power supply. Compared with C9300X-24Y-E, this SKU uses Network Advantage licensing instead of Network Essentials.
2000 Gbps switching capacity supports the 24-port SFP28 layout before stack expansion. 3000 Gbps switching capacity with stacking gives the platform a higher aggregated switching profile when deployed in a StackWise-1T stack. 1488 Mpps forwarding rate aligns the switch with high-speed fiber access, aggregation, and distribution handoff roles. C9300X-24Y-A carries 16 GB DRAM, 16 GB flash, a 32,000-entry MAC table, and a 32 MB packet buffer profile for the 24-port fiber model. Network Advantage anchors the order in Cisco's higher network tier, while the 24-port 25G Fiber Catalyst subscription options are ordered separately for the selected term. The platform also documents 39,000 IPv4 routes, 19,500 IPv6 routing entries, 4094 VLAN IDs, 1000 SVIs, and 9198-byte jumbo frames for Catalyst 9300X modular uplink models. StackWise-1T supports 8 Catalyst 9300X members with the same license level and can stack with C9300 models at StackWise-480 speeds. Management fits Cisco IOS XE, CLI, Web UI, Cisco Catalyst Center, Smart Licensing, and supported Meraki dashboard monitoring workflows.
This switch fits high-speed fiber access, compact aggregation, and access-to-distribution designs where 25G, 10G, or 1G SFP28 interfaces terminate optical links. Network teams use the modular uplink bay to choose the upstream media and speed profile during staging, including 25G, 40G, or 100G-capable uplink designs with the appropriate C9300X module. A 1U chassis with dual power-supply support keeps rack planning straightforward, while StackWise-1T lets compatible Catalyst 9300X units operate under a single stack control plane. ORM Systems supplies C9300X-24Y-A in new and certified refurbished condition for enterprise refreshes, spares, and volume rollouts. Refurbished units receive validation focused on SFP28 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 high-speed Catalyst fiber projects and stack expansion plans.
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C9300X-24Y-A Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Switch
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300X-24Y-A
- Brand
- Cisco
- Series
- Catalyst 9300X
- Use Case
- Enterprise Access
- Management Type
- Managed
- Software Image
- Network Advantage
- Layer
- Layer 3
- Ethernet Technology
- 25 Gigabit Ethernet / 10 Gigabit Ethernet / Gigabit Ethernet
- Port Count
- 24 Ports
- Power Source
- AC
- SFP Ports
- 24 x 25G/10G/1G SFP28
- Uplink Type
- Modular (module sold separately)
- Uplink Module Options
- C9300X-NM-8M (8x 10G/1G Multigigabit), C9300X-NM-8Y (8x 25G/10G/1G), C9300X-NM-2C (2x 100G/40G), C9300X-NM-4C (4x 100G/40G)
- PoE Support
- Non-PoE
- Switching Capacity
- 2000 Gbps
- Stacked Switching Capacity
- 3000 Gbps
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Forwarding Rate
- 1488 Mpps
- MAC Table Size
- 32000 Entries
- DRAM
- 16 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
- 221.2W (no network module, 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
- 4.4 cm
- Width
- 44.5 cm
- Depth
- 52.6 cm
- Weight
- 7.35 kg
C9300X-24Y-A Use Case
High-Speed Fiber Access
C9300X-24Y-A operates at the high-speed fiber access layer where 24 fixed SFP28 ports terminate 25G, 10G, or 1G optical links from downstream devices or local aggregation points. Engineers select the C9300X network module that matches upstream capacity, then stage VLANs, routed interfaces, and monitoring through IOS XE. Network Advantage aligns the switch with advanced Catalyst deployments and Cisco subscription planning. StackWise-1T groups compatible Catalyst 9300X members under one management plane as the access block expands. The deployment consolidates high-speed fiber links into a managed Catalyst stack.
Access to Distribution Handoff
C9300X-24Y-A sits between high-speed fiber access areas and the distribution layer when a site needs SFP28 density with modular uplink selection. The 24 SFP28 ports handle 25G, 10G, or 1G optical circuits, while the chosen uplink module defines the upstream handoff, including 25G, 40G, or 100G options. Network teams validate 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
C9300X-24Y-A supports stacked fiber aggregation where multiple Catalyst 9300X members operate with StackWise-1T and the same license level. Engineers combine SFP28 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 SFP28, 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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Beatrice Harland
5
Good detail on StackWise-1T, modular uplinks, and the required optic checks.
C
Charles Wentworth
5
The Catalyst 9300X specs matched our approved high-speed fiber access standard.
D
Denise Marlowe
5
Helpful comparison against the Essentials and 12-port SFP28 options.
E
Edward Pembury
5
Power, stacking, and network module notes helped procurement avoid missing accessories.
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Fiona Ashcombe
4
Useful sourcing content. Final optic and uplink module choices still needed engineering sign-off.
G
George Fenwick
4
Refurbished testing notes were practical for SFP28 validation and stack staging.
Questions & Answers
What is C9300X-24Y-A?
C9300X-24Y-A is a Cisco Catalyst 9300X managed stackable switch with 24 fixed 25G/10G/1G SFP28 ports, a modular uplink bay, and Network Advantage licensing. It is a non-PoE fiber model for high-speed enterprise access, aggregation, or distribution handoff designs that require Cisco IOS XE, modular uplink selection, and StackWise-1T stacking support.
What does the C9300X-24Y-A model number mean?
The C9300X portion identifies the Cisco Catalyst 9300X modular uplink switch family. The 24Y portion identifies 24 fixed 25G/10G/1G SFP28 ports. The A suffix identifies Network Advantage licensing. This separates C9300X-24Y-A from the Network Essentials C9300X-24Y-E and Meraki software C9300X-24Y-M ordering options.
What hardware type is C9300X-24Y-A?
C9300X-24Y-A is a rack-mount managed network switch rather than an optical transceiver, media converter, or fixed-uplink compact switch. It provides 24 built-in SFP28 fiber ports that support 25G, 10G, and 1G operation, plus an empty modular uplink bay for compatible Catalyst 9300X network modules.
Where does this SKU sit in the Cisco Catalyst lineup?
This SKU sits in the Cisco Catalyst 9300X modular uplink family, above standard Catalyst 9300 modular uplink models in stacking bandwidth, fixed-port speed, and app-hosting resources. It is the 24-port 25G/10G/1G SFP28 Network Advantage option for buyers who need a compact high-speed fiber Catalyst access or aggregation switch.
How many ports does C9300X-24Y-A have?
C9300X-24Y-A has 24 fixed 25G/10G/1G SFP28 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 C9300X network module separately when uplink ports are required.
What switching capacity and forwarding rate does it provide?
C9300X-24Y-A provides 2000 Gbps standalone switching capacity and 1488 Mpps forwarding rate. Cisco also lists 3000 Gbps switching capacity with stacking and 2232 Mpps forwarding rate with stacking for C9300X-24Y. These figures apply to the 24-port 25G/10G/1G SFP28 Catalyst 9300X modular uplink model.
Does C9300X-24Y-A support PoE?
C9300X-24Y-A is a non-PoE switch. Cisco lists No PoE for the C9300X-24Y power-supply table entry, and the fixed interfaces are SFP28 fiber ports rather than copper PoE ports. Buyers needing endpoint power should compare the SKU with Catalyst 9300X UPOE+ copper models such as C9300X-24HX-A.
Is C9300X-24Y-A a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch?
C9300X-24Y-A is treated as a managed Layer 3 Catalyst switch because the Catalyst 9300X modular uplink family documents routed scale, IPv4 routes, IPv6 routing entries, multicast routing scale, and switched virtual interfaces. The ordered license tier is Network Advantage, so feature availability should match the Cisco subscription term selected for the deployment.
What management options are supported?
Cisco Catalyst 9300X switches run Cisco IOS XE and support conventional CLI operations, Web UI workflows, Cisco Catalyst Center, Smart Licensing, and cloud monitoring through the Meraki dashboard where the operating mode and license allow it. C9300X-24Y-A should be staged with the selected Network Advantage entitlement and management approach.
Is C9300X-24Y-A stackable?
C9300X-24Y-A supports Cisco StackWise-1T as a Catalyst 9300X SKU. Cisco lists 1 Tbps stacking bandwidth, StackWise cable hardware, and 8 members for C9300X stacks with the same license level. Mixed stacking with C9300 models is supported at StackWise-480 speeds, subject to compatible software and design requirements.
What is C9300X-24Y-A used for?
C9300X-24Y-A is used for high-speed fiber access, compact aggregation, and access-to-distribution handoff where 24 25G/10G/1G SFP28 ports match the edge design. It commonly connects fiber-fed access switches, optical endpoint circuits, high-speed distribution links, or aggregation paths while a separately selected network module provides upstream capacity.
What size environment fits this switch?
This switch fits enterprise access closets, aggregation points, and distribution-adjacent areas that need 24 high-speed SFP28 ports in a stackable 1U Catalyst chassis. It suits designs where 25G fiber capability matters more than copper PoE, and where StackWise-1T keeps compatible Catalyst 9300X units managed as one stack.
What workloads or scenarios suit C9300X-24Y-A?
C9300X-24Y-A suits fiber access, aggregation, routed access, and high-speed handoff scenarios with 25G/10G/1G SFP28 interfaces. Network teams use it where optical uplinks, fiber-fed downstream switches, or high-speed services terminate on Catalyst infrastructure. It is not selected for copper desktop access because the built-in ports are SFP28 fiber interfaces.
Does it work in aggregation deployments?
C9300X-24Y-A works in aggregation deployments when 24 SFP28 interfaces and modular uplink choices match the topology. The 2000 Gbps standalone switching capacity, 3000 Gbps switching capacity with stacking, 1488 Mpps forwarding rate, and StackWise-1T support help the platform aggregate high-speed fiber links under Catalyst operational controls.
Which network modules are compatible with C9300X-24Y-A?
Compatible Catalyst 9300X network modules for C9300X-24Y-A include C9300X-NM-8M for 8x 10G/1G Multigigabit, C9300X-NM-8Y for 8x 25G/10G/1G, C9300X-NM-2C for 2x 100G/40G, and C9300X-NM-4C for 4x 100G/40G uplinks. The default switch configuration does not include one, so buyers select the uplink module during quote planning.
Which optics should buyers check for this switch?
Buyers should check Cisco SFP28, SFP+, or SFP compatibility for the 24 fixed 25G/10G/1G ports and then check the selected C9300X network module for any SFP28, QSFP, or Multigigabit requirements. Optics must match speed, fiber type, connector, distance, and upstream platform before purchase.
Which Cisco platforms integrate with this switch?
C9300X-24Y-A integrates with Cisco IOS XE operations, Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco Smart Licensing, StackWise-1T accessories, Catalyst 9300X 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, IPv4 and IPv6 routing scale, 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 C9300X-24Y-A compare with C9300X-24Y-E?
C9300X-24Y-A and C9300X-24Y-E share the same 24-port 25G/10G/1G SFP28 Catalyst 9300X hardware profile with modular uplinks. The difference is licensing. C9300X-24Y-A is ordered with Network Advantage, while C9300X-24Y-E is ordered with Network Essentials. Buyers should match the suffix to the approved Cisco license tier.
How does C9300X-24Y-A compare with C9300X-12Y-A?
C9300X-24Y-A provides 24 fixed 25G/10G/1G SFP28 ports, while C9300X-12Y-A provides 12 fixed 25G/10G/1G SFP28 ports. Cisco lists 1000 Gbps switching capacity and 744.04 Mpps forwarding for C9300X-12Y, compared with 2000 Gbps and 1488 Mpps for C9300X-24Y, so port density and throughput are the main differences.
How does C9300X-24Y-A compare with C9300X-24HX-A?
C9300X-24Y-A is the 24-port SFP28 fiber model with a 715W default AC power supply and No PoE. C9300X-24HX-A is a 24-port 10G Multigigabit copper UPOE+ model with a 1100W default AC supply. Buyers choose between them based on fiber SFP28 access versus powered copper access.
How does C9300X-24Y-A compare with C9300X-24Y-M?
C9300X-24Y-A and C9300X-24Y-M share the same 24-port 25G/10G/1G SFP28 modular uplink hardware family, but the software ordering differs. C9300X-24Y-A is a Network Advantage Catalyst ordering option, while C9300X-24Y-M is listed for Meraki Advanced or Enterprise. Buyers should match the SKU to the intended management model.
Is C9300X-24Y-A available new or refurbished?
ORM Systems supplies C9300X-24Y-A 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 9300X Network Advantage fiber model.
What is the price of C9300X-24Y-A?
C9300X-24Y-A 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 9300X 24-port SFP28 configuration.
Is C9300X-24Y-A end of life?
C9300X-24Y-A 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 C9300X-24Y-A, 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 C9300X-24Y-A. 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 9300X 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 C9300X-24Y-A. 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 C9300X-24Y-A units tested?
Certified refurbished C9300X-24Y-A units receive product-class validation before dispatch, focused on SFP28 port recognition, network module detection, power-supply health, fan status, StackWise readiness, IOS XE boot checks, and physical condition. These checks matter because high-speed 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 Advantage entitlement, selected Catalyst subscription term, and any required optics or network module. Network teams normally validate SFP28 detection, uplink module recognition, VLANs, routing policy, stack membership, and management reachability before handover.
Does C9300X-24Y-A require Cisco licensing?
C9300X-24Y-A is ordered with Network Advantage, 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 25G Fiber Cisco Catalyst Advantage license term when building the purchasing plan.
What accessories should be checked before ordering?
Buyers should check the required C9300X network module, Cisco-compatible SFP28 optics, SFP+ optics where needed, 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 C9300X-24Y-A be bought in the UK?
C9300X-24Y-A 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 9300X Network Advantage fiber model.
Does ORM Systems ship C9300X-24Y-A internationally?
ORM Systems supports international enquiries for C9300X-24Y-A 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.