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SF500-24MP
Cisco SF500-24MP Small Business 500 24-Port Fast Ethernet Po...
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SF500-24MP is a managed Layer 2+ Fast Ethernet PoE+ switch for small-business access networks, pairing 24 copper endpoint ports with fixed Gigabit uplinks in a 1U rack-mount chassis. Two uplinks are copper/SFP combo connections and two are dedicated SFP connections, so the uplink plan must account for shared copper and fiber interfaces. The Cisco Small Business 500 family connects powered endpoints while retaining a Fast Ethernet access design. The discontinued SF500-24P offers a lower PoE allocation with the same access-port layout. No removable network card is needed to provide the uplinks; the connections are built into the chassis rather than added through an expansion bay.
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28.8 Gbps switching capacity supports the switching fabric; 9.52 Mpps forwarding capacity rates 64-byte traffic independently of the bandwidth figure. 375W of shared PoE power requires allocation across connected devices rather than simultaneous 30W output from every access port. Static IPv4 and IPv6 routing supports segmented networks, with 2048 IPv4 routes and 256 IP interfaces available for the routing configuration. RIP v2 and VRRP are not supported. SF500-24MP carries 256 MB of memory and 32 MB of flash, while an 8 Mb shared packet buffer holds queued traffic across its interfaces. STP/RSTP/MSTP provides loop management, and ACLs control traffic according to configured rules. HTTP/HTTPS browser management, a console connection, SSH, Telnet and SNMP support local and remote administration across the Cisco 500 Series Stackable Managed Switches range. The 16384-entry MAC table provides address-learning capacity across connected segments. Two fans provide active cooling, requiring airflow around the installed chassis.
Specify SF500-24MP in new sealed or certified refurbished condition, with required accessories itemized on the PO. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, including PoE output under load on every powered port; firmware is verified and configurations are wiped to factory default. ORM warranties cover new hardware for up to a 3-year extended term and certified refurbished hardware for up to 1 year, with 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. Enterprise and volume orders support PO acceptance, Net-30 for government, and RMA with advance replacement, with regional stock/RMA in the UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Port Configuration | 24 x 10/100 PoE+ / 4 x 1G uplinks |
PoE Budget | 375W |
Stacking | Hardware stacking / 8 members |
Max Power Draw | 429.67W |
Cooling | 2 fans |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended December 31, 2022 |
Scenario: A 40-user legal firm deploys the Cisco SF500-24MP 24-port 10/100 Max PoE+ Stackable Managed Switch to power 20 IP phones and 6 IEEE 802.11ac access points over a single chassis. Outcome: Leveraging a 190W PoE+ budget, VLAN segmentation, and QoS guarantees consistent voice and Wi-Fi performance, reduces deployment time by 50% and network downtime by 30%.
Scenario: A multi-store retail chain uses the SF500-24MP to simultaneously power 12 HD IP cameras and 8 point-of-sale terminals via PoE+. Outcome: With per-port PoE scheduling, advanced VLAN isolation, and centralized management, the retailer ensures continuous device operation, strengthens loss prevention, and cuts forensic investigation time by 40%.
Scenario: A regional branch office stacks two Cisco SF500-24MP units to support 50+ endpoints including VoIP handsets and digital signage. Outcome: Employing IEEE 802.3ad link aggregation, hot-swappable stacking ports, and single-IP management, IT achieves 100% port-density growth, seamless capacity expansion, and 99.9% network uptime.
When an existing hardware stack needs another member, preserve its ring or chain topology and choose the interconnect length before procurement. SFP-H10GB-CU1M provides a 1 m copper stacking connection. Verify the neighboring units and reserve the required interfaces before specifying this switch on the PO.
When a replacement must be staged before installation, dual firmware images and editable text configuration files support preparation outside the production unit. The switch supports mirroring eight source ports to one destination for inspection during staging. Specify the required configuration, firmware image and validation checklist before ordering the replacement hardware.
Gigabit speeds on every endpoint port
SF500-24MP limits its 24 access ports to 10/100 Mbps. Its Gigabit interfaces are uplinks, not a way to upgrade the copper endpoint ports.
RIP v2 routing or VRRP
SF500-24MP provides static IPv4 and IPv6 routing but does not support RIP v2 or VRRP. Networks requiring these functions need routing performed elsewhere.
Fanless cooling or silent operation
SF500-24MP uses two fans and carries a 44 dB acoustic figure. A requirement for passive cooling or silent operation excludes this chassis.
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| SF500-24MP |  SF500-24P |  SG500-28MPP |  SF500-48 |  SF500-48MP | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 257 mm | 11.1 inches | 14.1 inches | 12.6 inches | 350 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | Fast Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 32 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 32 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-mount | Desktop / Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SF500-24MP | SF500-24P | SG500-28MPP | SF500-48 | SF500-48MP |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| SFP Ports | 2 x 1GbE / 2 x 1GbE (Combo, shared with RJ-45) | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 2 x 1GbE (Combo, shared with RJ-45) / 2 x 1GbE |
| Switching Capacity | 28.8 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 56 Gbps | 96 Gbps | 33.6 Gbps |
| Weight | 4.35 kg | 11 lbs | 15.2 lbs | 16 lbs | 5.52 kg |
| Width | 440 mm | 17.2 inches | 17.2 inches | 17.3 inches | 440 mm |
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SF500-24MP identifies a Cisco 500 Series Fast Ethernet switch with 24 PoE+ access ports in the higher-power configuration. SF500 is the Fast Ethernet series prefix, 24 gives the access-port count, and MP distinguishes the higher PoE allowance. Four Gigabit uplinks accompany the access configuration, including shared copper/SFP connections.
Cisco Small Business 500 switches use an HTTP/HTTPS web interface, console CLI, SSH or Telnet access, and SNMP management. The firmware also includes OnPlus integration. Textview CLI supports both full and menu-based operation, including scripting; specify the intended management access and configuration when placing the order.
SF500-24MP is discontinued: end of sale was December 30, 2017, and Cisco support ended December 31, 2022. The model's hardware-support period has therefore finished. New sealed inventory remains discontinued hardware rather than a currently supported Cisco product, and an inventory purchase does not restart the manufacturer's service window.
ORM Systems offers SF500-24MP new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to a 1-year warranty. Both conditions have 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's original limited lifetime hardware warranty ended with support on December 31, 2022. Refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with firmware verified and configurations wiped to factory default.
SF500-24MP provides 375W of shared PoE power across 24 powered ports, with a maximum 30W per port. The full per-port rating cannot be supplied simultaneously to every access port because 24 x 30W totals 720W. Size the order against the combined draw of the actual connected devices.
SF500-24MP provides four fixed Gigabit uplinks: two copper/SFP combo connections and two SFP connections that also support 5G stacking. Each combo pair shares one active interface. Fiber connections require suitable MGBSX1 or MGBLX1 transceivers; the 5G stacking capability is not a 10G uplink capability.
Hardware stacking joins eight Cisco Small Business 500 switches in one managed system. Mixed SF500, SG500 and SG500X stacking is supported. Copper interconnect options include SFP-H10GB-CU1M, SFP-H10GB-CU3M and SFP-H10GB-CU5M for 1 m, 3 m and 5 m connections; specify the topology and cable lengths before ordering.
SF500-24MP supports static IPv4 and IPv6 routing, not RIP v2 or VRRP. IPv4 capacity reaches 2048 static routes and 256 IP interfaces, while IPv6 supports 2048 static routes and 128 IPv6 interfaces. Specify the routing configuration for the intended segments rather than assuming the dynamic-routing functions of the 500X models.
SF500-24MP uses an internal AC power supply accepting 100-240V AC at 47-63 Hz. Consumption including PoE reaches 380W at 110V or 429.67W at 220V, so upstream AC distribution must account for endpoint power as well as switch operation. Specify a regional power cord matching the intended installation.
SF500-24MP supplies a 375W shared PoE budget, compared with 180W for SF500-24P. Both discontinued models retain the same 24-port Fast Ethernet access format. The higher-budget model suits legacy orders with a larger combined powered-device load; the lower-budget model suits replacements sized to a smaller power allocation.
SF500-48MP has 48 Fast Ethernet access ports compared with 24 on SF500-24MP. Both models are discontinued and provide PoE+ access connections. SF500-24MP fits a legacy replacement retaining the existing endpoint count; SF500-48MP provides the greater port density for a legacy installation requiring twice as many access connections.
SG500-28P provides 24 Gigabit access ports where SF500-24MP provides 24 Fast Ethernet access ports. Both models are discontinued. SG500-28P is relevant to legacy Gigabit endpoint replacements; SF500-24MP is for installations retaining 10/100 endpoint connections. Match the replacement order to the required endpoint speed rather than the model's total port designation.
SF500-24MP requires space for a 1U rack-mount chassis measuring 440 mm wide, 44 mm high and 257 mm deep, with a weight of 4.35 kg. Two fans provide active cooling. The operating range is 0°C to 50°C; retain airflow clearance and verify the cabinet environment before specifying the installation.
SF500-24MP carries UL 60950, CSA 22.2, CE and FCC Part 15 Class A compliance. These cover hardware safety and regulatory requirements rather than routing or endpoint-power capabilities. For a procurement specification, retain the individual standard identifiers and evaluate them separately from the switch's Ethernet interfaces and PoE requirements.
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