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L-C3850-24-S-E
C3850 24PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS
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L-C3850-24-S-E-C3850 24PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS is a network management software license designed to enhance Cisco Catalyst 3850 series switches with advanced IP services capabilities. This product falls under the network management category, is compatible with proprietary Cisco platforms, and is offered as a perpetual OEM license with a lifetime duration for a single device.
Delivered via a digital key with online activation, this license supports enterprise IT administration and SMB network infrastructures. It is engineered to streamline IT management processes while ensuring robust network performance and security on dedicated Cisco hardware.
L-C3850-24-S-E price is $1,453.93, a 82% saving from the Cisco list price of $8,077.38. L-C3850-24-S-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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In a multinational enterprise campus spanning 30 branches, deploying the L-C3850-24-S-E-C3850 24PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS activates full OSPF, EIGRP and BGP routing plus VRF-Lite segmentation. This real-world scenario delivers sub-50 ms failover, 40 % higher link utilization and consistent SLA compliance across geographically dispersed sites.
A global manufacturing firm with 200+ remote workers leverages the L-C3850-24-S-E-C3850 24PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS to enable Cisco DMVPN, GRE and hardware-accelerated IPsec tunnels. The deployment ensures end-to-end encryption, zero-trust segmentation and 25 % reduction in WAN costs while simplifying secure on-demand access to corporate applications.
A regional Internet service provider uses the L-C3850-24-S-E-C3850 24PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS to unlock MPLS, MP-BGP and VRF capabilities on 24-port aggregation switches. This service-provider scenario achieves multi-tenant VPN isolation, on-demand bandwidth provisioning and 99.99 % uptime, accelerating new SME customer onboarding by 60 %.
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| L-C3850-24-S-E |  L-C3850-48-L-S |  C1-C3850-12-S-E |  L-C3850-48-S-E |  C3850-48XS-L-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Perpetual | Perpetual | Perpetual | Perpetual | Volume |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | 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 | N/A |
| Platform Compatibility | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Email Delivery |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | 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 | N/A | N/A | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | L-C3850-24-S-E-C3850 24PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | L-C3850-48-L-S-C3850 48PORT LAN BASE TO IP BASE ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | C1-C3850-12-S-E-Cisco ONE C3850-12 IP Base to IP Services Smart License | L-C3850-48-S-E-C3850 48PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | C3850-48XS-L-S-C3850-48XS LAN Base to IP Base E- Delivery License |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | No | No | No | N/A | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Electronic RTU upgrade enabled IP Services instantly, improving routing flexibility without any disruption.
Activation was smooth and features unlocked exactly as expected.
Reliable Cisco licensing for extending Layer 3 capabilities.
Straightforward upgrade that added real value to our access layer.
Helped maximize existing Catalyst 3850 hardware efficiently.
It’s a digital Right-To-Use license that instantly upgrades a Cisco C3850 24-port switch from IP Base to full IP Services, enabling advanced routing, MPLS and security features.
Purchase SKU L-C3850-24-S-E, retrieve the license from Cisco’s Licensing portal, install it via CLI using `license install` and `license activate`, then verify with `show license status`.
Yes. The IP Services Electronic RTU License (SKU L-C3850-24-S-E) is perpetual, providing lifetime access to advanced Layer 3 routing, MPLS, multicast and security services.
The IP Services license enables full Layer 3 routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), MPLS, multicast routing, NAT, advanced QoS and enhanced security protocols on your Cisco C3850.
Log in to Cisco’s Licensing portal, redeem SKU L-C3850-24-S-E, download the .lic file, copy it to the switch via TFTP/USB, then run `license install` and `license activate`.
Yes. Deactivate the license on the original switch with `license clear`, then install it on a new C3850 via Cisco Smart Software Manager following the same installation steps.
No reboot is required. The Electronic RTU license activates immediately, enabling IP Services features in real time on your C3850 switch.
The license is delivered instantly via email or Cisco’s Licensing portal upon purchase, allowing you to activate IP Services without any delay.
No. Software updates and bug fixes require a valid Cisco SMARTnet contract. The IP Services license only unlocks advanced switch features.
IP Base supports basic Layer 2 and limited Layer 3. IP Services adds full Layer 3 routing, MPLS, multicast, NAT and advanced security for enterprise networks.
By instantly enabling advanced routing and MPLS services without hardware changes, the RTU license simplifies deployment and scales your network capacity on demand.
No. SKU L-C3850-24-S-E is strictly a software license. Cisco SMARTnet or other support contracts must be purchased separately for updates and technical assistance.
Pricing varies by region and reseller. Contact your authorized Cisco partner for a tailored quote on SKU L-C3850-24-S-E, including any applicable taxes.
Yes. Upgrading to IP Services ensures full compatibility with Cisco DNA Center for advanced automation, analytics and policy-based network management.
Use the CLI command `show license status` or `show platform hardware throughput level` and confirm that “ipservices” appears in the active license list.
Cisco RTU licenses are covered under Cisco’s standard software license terms. For extended incident-based support and updates, purchase a separate SMARTnet contract.