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WS-C3850-24P-E
Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 Port PoE IP Services
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WS-C3850-24P-E Overview
WS-C3850-24P-E is a high-performance, stackable switch engineered for robust enterprise networking, seamlessly integrating Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities. Its architecture is optimized for efficient routing and switching, empowering network scalability and reliable connectivity in mission-critical environments.
Designed with flexible power options, the switch features 24 PoE+ capable Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports, supporting advanced stacking and simplified network expansion. Ideal for unified communications, video, and data applications, it delivers consistent performance and power management in diverse deployment scenarios.
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WS-C3850-24P-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 370W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 12–24 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-24P-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 24 Port PoE+ Switch with IP Services
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 15.7 inches
- Weight
- 24 lbs
WS-C3850-24P-E Use Case
Unified Communications: VoIP Phones & Wireless AP Aggregation
In a mid-sized corporate office, the Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 Port PoE IP Services switch delivers 24-port 802.3at PoE+ for IP phones and 802.11ac wireless access points. With integrated Layer 3 switching, QoS and Power over Ethernet, IT teams consolidate voice and data onto a single, resilient infrastructure. Outcome: streamlined deployment, guaranteed voice quality, and 30% lower operational costs through centralized management and real-time PoE monitoring.
High-Density Campus WLAN Backbone
At a university campus, the WS-C3850-24P-E acts as an aggregation switch for dozens of wireless APs across lecture halls and commons areas. Its IP Services feature set supports advanced multicast routing, dynamic segmentation and Cisco TrustSec® policy enforcement. Outcome: seamless roaming for 5,000+ concurrent users, 99.99% network uptime, and enhanced data security with role-based access control.
Smart Building & IoT Sensor Deployment
In a modern commercial building, the Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 Port PoE IP Services switch powers and manages PoE sensors, badge readers, security cameras and digital signage. With Cisco DNA-enabled automation and analytics, facility managers provision VLANs per device type and monitor PoE budgets in real time. Outcome: rapid IoT roll-out in under 2 days, 25% energy savings via intelligent PoE allocation, and centralized operational insights for predictive maintenance.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3850-24P-E |  WS-C3850-24T-L |  WS-C3850-48XS-F-E |  WS-C3850-48F-E |  WS-C3850-24XU-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 15.7 inches | 12 inches | 18.1 inches | 18.1 inches | 11.0 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | 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 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-24P-E | WS-C3850-24T-L | WS-C3850-48XS-F-E | WS-C3850-48F-E | WS-C3850-24XU-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 370W | 335W | 370W | Approximately 365 W | 365 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 24 Port PoE+ Switch with IP Services | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24T-L | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48XS-F-E | Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-E Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 48 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | N/A | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 10G | 1G | 10G |
| Weight | 24 lbs | 21.7 lbs | 32 lbs | 31 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Matthew Collins
4
Consistent PoE output with reliable switching performance.
N
Nicholas Warren
5
Smooth activation and stable enterprise operation.
O
Oscar Blake
5
Cisco quality with flexible Layer 3 capabilities.
P
Paul Henderson
4
Dependable access switch for business networks.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 Port PoE IP Services (WS-C3850-24P-E)?
The WS-C3850-24P-E is a stackable fixed-configuration switch with 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and advanced Layer 3 IP Services, powered by Cisco IOS XE for secure, high-performance enterprise access.
What is the total PoE budget of the WS-C3850-24P-E?
The switch provides a total PoE+ power budget of up to 370 W, delivering up to 30 W per port to support IP phones, wireless access points and other powered devices.
Which uplink ports are available on the WS-C3850-24P-E?
The WS-C3850-24P-E includes four built-in SFP+ 10-Gigabit uplink ports for high-bandwidth connections to distribution or core layers.
What is the switching capacity and performance of the WS-C3850-24P-E?
It delivers a non-blocking switching capacity of 176 Gbps and up to 130.95 Mpps forwarding performance to sustain high-traffic enterprise environments.
How many switches can I stack with the WS-C3850-24P-E?
You can stack up to nine Catalyst 3850 switches using Cisco StackWise-480 technology for unified management and enhanced resilience.
Does the WS-C3850-24P-E include Cisco IP Services licensing?
Yes, it ships with Cisco IP Services licensing enabled, providing advanced Layer 3 routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP and MPLS.
What power supply options are supported by the WS-C3850-24P-E?
The switch features an internal fixed AC power supply and supports optional external RPS 2300 for redundant power backup.
Which management features does the WS-C3850-24P-E support?
Management is available via Cisco IOS XE CLI, Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Network Assistant and RESTful APIs for automated provisioning and monitoring.
What security features does the WS-C3850-24P-E offer?
It supports IEEE 802.1X, Cisco TrustSec, DHCP snooping, AES-128 MACsec, dynamic ARP inspection and port access control to secure network endpoints.
What are the environmental specifications of the WS-C3850-24P-E?
The switch operates between 0 °C to 40 °C with 10 %–90 % non-condensing humidity and meets NEBS and ETSI standards for campus and data center deployment.
What are the form factor and dimensions of the WS-C3850-24P-E?
It is a 1-RU rack-mountable switch measuring 44.5 cm × 44.5 cm × 4.45 cm and weighing approximately 7.6 kg.
What warranty and support options are available for the WS-C3850-24P-E?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty, 90-day software updates and optional SMARTnet support for technical assistance and advanced replacement.
What are common use cases for the Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 Port PoE IP Services?
It is ideal for enterprise branch or campus access, IP telephony, wireless aggregation, video surveillance and IoT device connectivity.
How do I upgrade the firmware on the WS-C3850-24P-E?
Use Cisco IOS XE Software Image Manager or CLI commands via USB, TFTP, FTP or HTTP to upload and install the latest image with minimal downtime.
Is the WS-C3850-24P-E energy efficient?
Yes, it features Cisco EnergyWise technology, variable-speed fans and intelligent power management to reduce consumption and lower operational costs.