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WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S
CATALYST 3650 24PORT MGIG 4X10G UPLINK IP BASE
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WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S Overview
WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S is a high-performance stackable switch built on a robust Cisco IOS XE architecture that delivers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities. Designed for enterprise and campus environments, it offers versatile power options and a mix of copper and fiber connectivity, ensuring seamless integration into existing networks while supporting power redundancy for enhanced network availability.
WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S features 24 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports for reliable downlink connections alongside eight 10G uplink ports for greater bandwidth and scalability. Its stacking technology provides simplified management and increased performance across multiple switch units, making it ideal for organizations seeking efficient, scalable, and secure network solutions for diverse use cases.
WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S price is $2,532.00, a 82.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $14,345.00. WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 370 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- Combo
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports and 8 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 8X24UQ Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 26 lbs
WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S Use Case
Campus Edge Uplift with WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S for High-Density Wi-Fi 6 Access
In a higher-education campus deploying Wi-Fi 6 access points, the WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S consolidates 24 multigigabit PoE+ ports with four 10 Gbps uplinks to eliminate wireless bottlenecks and future-proof network capacity. Benefit: Delivers seamless gigabit-plus wireless performance, simplifies AP powering, and reduces congestion by up to 50 %.
Industrial IoT Convergence Using WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S in Smart Manufacturing
A smart factory integrates hundreds of IoT sensors, cameras, and automated controllers over a single network. The WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S provides segmented VLANs, advanced QoS, and multirate PoE+ support to ensure reliable data flows and traffic prioritization. Benefit: Enhances operational efficiency with deterministic network performance and robust security.
Resilient Data Center Top-of-Rack Aggregation with WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S
A virtualized branch data center requires scalable, high-availability switching at the rack level. The WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S offers stackable resiliency, hot-swappable power, and four 10 Gbps SFP+ uplinks to core routers, enabling seamless failover and 1/2.5 Gbps access for blade servers. Benefit: Simplifies management, ensures sub-millisecond failover, and supports up to 60 % higher throughput.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S |  WS-C3650-48TD-E |  WS-C3650-24PS-E |  WS-C3650-48PWS-S |  WS-C3650-12X48UR-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18 inches | 17 inches | 12.0 inches | 18.1 inches | 11.3 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 4 GB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S | WS-C3650-48TD-E | WS-C3650-24PS-E | WS-C3650-48PWS-S | WS-C3650-12X48UR-S |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports and 8 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports with 2 fixed 10G SFP uplinks | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 12 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports, 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | 245 W | 370W | 715W | 435W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650 8X24UQ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TD-E | Cisco Catalyst 3650 24 Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48UR Unified Access Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| SFP Ports | Combo | 4 SFP Ports | 2 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 1G | 10G |
| Weight | 26 lbs | 30 lbs | 15 lbs | 35 lbs | 44 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Amina Riaz
4
Good uplink flexibility with stable performance.
J
Jonas Karlsson
5
Easy to manage and maintain.
W
Waleed Khan
5
Reliable day to day operations.
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Sophie Grant
4
Happy with purchase.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S switch?
The WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S is a Cisco Catalyst 3650 series stackable access switch with 24 multigigabit Ethernet ports, four 10 Gbps SFP+ uplinks and the IP Base feature set.
How many and what type of ports does the WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S offer?
It provides 24 Multigigabit Ethernet (mGig) ports supporting 1/2.5/5/10 Gbps and four fixed 10 Gbps SFP+ uplink ports.
What is the benefit of Multigigabit (mGig) ports on this switch?
mGig ports automatically negotiate up to 10 Gbps over existing copper cabling to support high-density wireless access points, IP phones and video endpoints without rewiring.
Which Cisco software license is included with the WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S?
The switch ships with the IP Base license, offering essential Layer 2 features, basic Layer 3 routing, QoS, security and Cisco StackWise-Plus stacking.
Can you stack multiple Catalyst 3650 switches?
Yes. Using Cisco StackWise-Plus, you can stack up to nine Catalyst 3650 switches into a single logical unit with up to 80 Gbps of stack bandwidth.
Does the WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No. This SKU does not support PoE. For PoE functionality, choose a Catalyst 3650 PoE model (WS-C3650-X-P or WS-C3650-X-E series).
What switching capacity and forwarding rate does this model deliver?
It delivers a switching capacity of 160 Gbps and a forwarding rate of up to 95.2 Mpps, ensuring low-latency performance for enterprise access networks.
Which uplink modules are compatible with the 10 Gbps SFP+ ports?
The four SFP+ uplinks support Cisco 10GBASE-SR, LR, LRM and CWDM modules as well as third-party certified optics for flexible aggregation.
How is the WS-C3650-8X24UQ-S managed?
You can manage it via Cisco IOS CLI, Cisco DNA Center for automated provisioning, Cisco Prime Infrastructure or standard SNMP, RMON and NETCONF.
Which IPv4 and IPv6 routing features are supported?
The IP Base license includes static routing, RIP, OSPFv2/v3, EIGRP stub, PIM-SM and PIM-Snooping for both IPv4 and IPv6 environments.
What security features are available on this switch?
Built-in security features include 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, Dynamic ARP Inspection, MACsec encryption and ACLs.
Does the switch support redundant power supplies?
Yes. You can install an optional redundant power supply (RPS) module to ensure continuous operation during a power fault.
What operating temperature and physical dimensions does it have?
Operating temperature ranges from 0°C to 40°C. The 1RU chassis measures 44.5 cm (W) × 37.3 cm (D) × 4.5 cm (H) and weighs approximately 4.5 kg.
Which environments is the Catalyst 3650-8X24UQ-S best suited for?
It’s ideal for midsize to large enterprise access deployments, high-density wireless LAN, IP telephony and video applications requiring multigigabit speeds.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty and optional SMARTnet service contracts for 24×7 technical support, software updates and advanced replacement.
How do I upgrade from IP Base to Advanced Layer 3 features?
Purchase and apply the IP Services or DNA Advantage license through Cisco’s licensing portal to unlock additional Layer 3 routing and advanced network services.