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L-C3850-24-L-E
C3850 24PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS
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L-C3850-24-L-E Overview
L-C3850-24-L-E-C3850 24PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS is a network management software license built for enterprise-level IT environments to streamline IP services on advanced network devices. It falls under the network management category, is offered as an OEM license with a lifetime duration, and is designed for integration with critical network infrastructures where online activation and digital key delivery ensure a seamless setup.
This license is intended for corporate and IT administration use, delivering robust support for one device in enterprise deployments. It is compatible with cross-platform management tools and supports digital delivery, making it ideal for environments that demand efficient cloud integrations and reliable network service management with vendor support provided.
L-C3850-24-L-E price is $2,288.44, a 79% saving from the Cisco list price of $10,897.29. L-C3850-24-L-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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L-C3850-24-L-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Type
- OEM
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- User Count
- N/A
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Platform Compatibility
- Cross-Platform
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Language Support
- English
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- Product Name
- L-C3850-24-L-E-C3850 24PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Renewable
- No
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
L-C3850-24-L-E Use Case
Enterprise Campus Core Routing & Security with L-C3850-24-L-E License
In a multi-building corporate campus, upgrading Catalyst 3850 24-port switches from LAN Base to IP Services via the L-C3850-24-L-E electronic RTU license enables advanced Layer 3 routing (OSPF/BGP), Cisco TrustSec segmentation and MPLS interoperability. This centralized deployment reduces network complexity by 30%, enforces granular access policies across 2,500 endpoints and delivers sub-millisecond convergence for enhanced security and 99.99% uptime.
Unified Communications & PoE Power Management for Large-Scale VoIP Rollout
A global enterprise migrating 1,200 workstations to VoIP deployed Catalyst 3850 24-port switches licensed with L-C3850-24-L-E to unlock IP Services features—advanced QoS, call admission control and multicast voice replication. Integrated PoE+ sustains IP phones and wireless access points while automated power budgeting cuts energy costs by 25%. The solution maintains 99.99% call-quality SLA and simplifies large-scale communications management.
IoT & Wireless Backhaul with Multicast and Secure Segmentation
A smart manufacturing plant deployed hundreds of IoT sensors, wireless cameras and automation controllers on Catalyst 3850 switches upgraded with L-C3850-24-L-E. Enabling IP Services delivers PIM-SM multicast for high-density video streaming, VRF-Lite for OT/IT segmentation, and policy-based routing for application prioritization. This architecture boosts production efficiency by 18%, strengthens network security and streamlines management through a single-pane-of-glass.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
 L-C3850-24-L-E |  L-C3850-12-S-E |  L-C3850-24-S-E |  C1-C3850-48-L-E |  C3850-48XS-L-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| License Type | OEM | Perpetual | Perpetual | Subscription | Perpetual |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | 1 Year | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | N/A | English |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Limited | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Product Name | L-C3850-24-L-E-C3850 24PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | L-C3850-12-S-E-C3850-12 IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | L-C3850-24-S-E-C3850 24PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | C1-C3850-48-L-E-Cisco ONE C3850-48 LAN Base to IP Services Smart License | C3850-48XS-L-E-C3850-48XS LAN Base to IP Services E- Delivery License |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | No | No | Yes | N/A |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
Q
Quentin Marshfield
5
Activation was immediate and trouble-free.
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Richard Lawson
5
Reliable licensing for adding advanced routing features.
S
Sebastian Moore
5
Cisco consistency with clear operational benefits.
T
Thomas Whitaker
5
Helped standardize features across our access switches.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco SKU L-C3850-24-L-E?
Cisco SKU L-C3850-24-L-E is an electronic Right-to-Use (RTU) license that upgrades a Catalyst 3850 24-port switch from LAN Base feature set to IP Services feature set.
What does the LAN Base to IP Services license upgrade provide?
The IP Services license unlocks advanced Layer 3 routing, MPLS, comprehensive Quality of Service (QoS), enhanced security, and scalable multicast features not available in the LAN Base image.
Which Catalyst 3850 switches are compatible with this license?
The L-C3850-24-L-E license is compatible only with Cisco Catalyst 3850 24-port Ethernet switches running Cisco IOS XE that currently have a LAN Base license.
How do I apply the electronic RTU license to my switch?
Log in to the Cisco Smart Software Manager or Smart Licensing Portal, register your PAK or order number, generate a license token, then use the CLI command `license smart register idtoken <token>` on your switch.
How can I redeem my license on Cisco’s portal?
Visit software.cisco.com, sign in, navigate to ‘Licenses > Smart Licenses > Activate’, enter your Cisco order or PAK code, and download the entitlement token.
Can I stack Catalyst 3850 switches if only one has the IP Services license?
Yes. When stacked, all units inherit the highest feature set detected in the stack, so a single IP Services–licensed switch elevates the entire stack.
What key features are unlocked by the IP Services license?
IP Services adds dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), MPLS support, advanced multicast (PIM, IGMP v3), full IPv6 forwarding, and comprehensive QoS per port.
Is the IP Services license perpetual or subscription-based?
The L-C3850-24-L-E is a perpetual electronic right-to-use license with no recurring fees; support and updates require a valid Cisco SMARTnet contract.
How long does it take to receive the electronic license after purchase?
Electronic RTU licenses are provisioned immediately upon order completion. You will receive your activation token via email or through the Cisco portal within minutes.
Does this license support advanced security features?
Yes. IP Services enables Secure Group Tagging, MACsec encryption, IPv4/IPv6 ACLs, and TrustSec features for comprehensive network security.
How do I verify the active license on my Catalyst 3850?
Use the CLI command `show license status` or `show license detail` to confirm the installed feature set and remaining entitlements on your switch.
What is the difference between IP Base and IP Services licenses?
IP Base provides limited Layer 3 routing (static, RIP), basic multicast, and fundamental security; IP Services adds advanced routing protocols, MPLS, full multicast, and enhanced QoS.
Can I revert from IP Services back to LAN Base?
Yes. You can downgrade by issuing the CLI command `license boot level lanbase` and reloading the switch; your LAN Base features will be restored.
What warranty and support are included?
The electronic license itself carries a limited lifetime warranty. Hardware support and software updates require a valid Cisco SMARTnet service contract.
Does the IP Services license allow software upgrades on the switch?
Perpetual IP Services licenses allow you to upgrade within the same Cisco IOS XE major release. Ongoing feature updates require a valid SMARTnet subscription.
What are the primary use cases for IP Services on Catalyst 3850?
Ideal for campus cores, distribution layers, and branch aggregation requiring dynamic routing, MPLS, converged voice/video/data, robust multicast, and end-to-end QoS.