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CATALYST 3850 24 MGIG PORT UPOE IP SVC
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WS-C3850-24XU-E Overview
WS-C3850-24XU-E is a robust Cisco Catalyst switch built on a unified architecture that delivers high-performance Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing functionalities. It features an internal AC power supply, 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, and high-speed 10G uplink ports designed for fast and reliable data transmission.
Designed for seamless stacking with Cisco StackWise-480, the WS-C3850-24XU-E offers excellent scalability to support growing network demands while ensuring low latency and high throughput. Its proven performance makes it ideal for enterprise campus environments, where reliable connectivity and effective support for data, voice, and video applications are critical.
WS-C3850-24XU-E price is $1,350.00, a 92.5% saving from the Cisco list price of $17,900.00. WS-C3850-24XU-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C3850-24XU-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Power Consumption
- 365 W
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 12–24 Ports
- IOS
- IP Services
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Weight
- 25 lbs
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-24XU-E
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-E Switch
- Depth
- 11.0 inches
WS-C3850-24XU-E Use Case
High-Density Campus Wireless Uplink with WS-C3850-24XU-E
In a university deploying 802.11ax access points across 50+ buildings, the Catalyst 3850 24 mGig switch provides 2.5/5 Gb uplinks per AP and uPOE power over a single copper run. Benefit: Eliminates wireless backhaul bottlenecks, centralizes management via Cisco DNA, and delivers consistent, high-throughput roaming for 20,000+ users.
Smart Retail IoT and Surveillance Power Delivery
A national retail chain installs IP cameras, digital signage, and PoS terminals in 200 stores. The WS-C3850-24XU-E supplies 60 W/uPOE per port and 24 multi-gigabit segments, consolidating data and power in one chassis. Benefit: Reduces infrastructure footprint, lowers CapEx by 30%, and ensures uninterrupted operations during peak shopping periods.
Multi-Tenant Office High-Speed Segmentation
A managed services provider outfits a 10-floor office building with per-tenant VLANs and QoS policies using Catalyst 3850’s IP Services. Each tenant receives a dedicated 2.5/5 Gb mGig link and secure segmentation. Benefit: Accelerates tenant onboarding by 50%, guarantees SLA-driven performance, and simplifies firewall-level isolation without additional appliances.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C3850-24XU-E |  WS-C3850-48U-S |  WS-C3850-24XS-E |  WS-C3850-48F-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.0 inches | 12.1 inches | 18.0 inches | 18.1 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 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 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-24XU-E | WS-C3850-48U-S | WS-C3850-24XS-E | WS-C3850-48F-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Fiber | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10-G SFP+ ports; 4 x 1/10G uplink ports | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 365 W | 335 W | 370 W | Approximately 365 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-E Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48U Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850 24-port 10-G SFP+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port PoE+ Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 14 lbs | 26 lbs | 31 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
G
Gareth Nolan
5
Electronic licensing activated quickly and worked flawlessly in production.
H
Henry Wallace
5
Reliable mGig switch for demanding enterprise access environments.
I
Isaac Turner
5
Consistent uptime and predictable Cisco performance for critical workloads.
J
Julian Foster
5
Strong choice for organizations upgrading to high-speed wireless access.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24XU-E switch?
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24XU-E is a stackable enterprise switch with 24 multigigabit PoE+ ports, four 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplinks, and advanced Layer 3 services designed for campus and branch networks.
How much Power over Ethernet (PoE) budget does the WS-C3850-24XU-E provide?
The WS-C3850-24XU-E delivers a total PoE+ budget of 740 W, enabling support for high-power devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones.
What uplink options are available on the Catalyst 3850 24 Port UPOE switch?
This model includes four fixed 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports for high-performance stacking and inter-switch connectivity.
Can I stack multiple WS-C3850-24XU-E switches, and what is the stack bandwidth?
Yes. You can stack up to nine Catalyst 3850 switches using StackWise-480 technology, providing 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth with a single-cable, ring topology.