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WS-C3850-24XU-L
Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 mGig Port UPoE LAN Base
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WS-C3850-24XU-L is a high-performance, stackable Cisco Catalyst switch designed to deliver robust Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 operations for enterprise campus networks. It features an integrated architecture with 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, complemented by 4 dedicated 10G SFP+ uplink ports that ensure scalable, high-density connectivity while maintaining exceptional throughput and low-latency performance.
WS-C3850-24XU-L offers flexible power options via a fixed AC power supply and is built to support stacking using Cisco StackWise technology, giving organizations the ability to expand network capacity seamlessly. Its proven design makes it ideal for branch offices, small to medium-sized enterprises, and campus environments where both scalability and reliable performance are critical, all while operating under the efficient LAN Lite IOS image.
WS-C3850-24XU-L price is $4,893.00, a 60.9% saving from the Cisco list price of $12,500.00. WS-C3850-24XU-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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A large university deploys the WS-C3850-24XU-L to power and aggregate next-gen 802.11ax access points over 24 multi-gigabit UPoE ports. The LAN Base feature set streamlines VLAN segmentation and QoS policies, boosting wireless throughput by 50% and eliminating network contention during peak hours. Outcome: reliable, high-speed campus connectivity with centralized management and reduced operational overhead.
In a global enterprise HQ, IT teams implement the WS-C3850-24XU-L to power 4K cameras, IP phones, and collaboration devices over UPoE, while multi-gig uplinks deliver low-latency backhaul. Integrated QoS on the LAN Base platform prioritizes voice and video traffic, ensuring jitter-free calls. Outcome: enhanced meeting reliability, 40% faster deployment of conference rooms, and measurable improvements in user satisfaction.
A national retail chain leverages the WS-C3850-24XU-L to power digital signage, IP surveillance, and IoT sensors with 60 W UPoE per port and multi-gigabit data aggregation. LAN Base VLAN segmentation enforces tenant isolation for guest Wi-Fi and secure corporate VLANs. Outcome: improved in-store engagement, 25% uplift in promotional conversions, and simplified compliance with centralized policy enforcement.
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 WS-C3850-24XU-L |  WS-C3850-24P-L |  WS-C3850-16XS-S |  WS-C3850-24XUW-S |  WS-C3850-48W-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.2 inches | 17.2 inches | 18.2 inches | 12.2 inches | 13.2 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 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 | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 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-C3850-24XU-L | WS-C3850-24P-L | WS-C3850-16XS-S | WS-C3850-24XUW-S | WS-C3850-48W-S |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Combo | Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 16 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 24 PoE ports, 4 SFP uplink ports | N/A | 24 Ethernet ports, 4 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 ports with 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 110W | 370W | 525 W | 365 W | 370W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-L Ethernet Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 Port PoE Switch - LAN Lite | Cisco Catalyst 3850-16XS-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XUW-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port PoE+ 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 | 16 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 26 lbs | 26 lbs | 24 lbs | 22 lbs | 34 lbs |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches |
mGig and UPoE support future-proofed our access network.
Handled high-bandwidth endpoints smoothly.
Strong LAN Base features with modern connectivity.
Excellent for wireless and high-speed access.
Reliable performance under demanding conditions.
The WS-C3850-24XU-L is a fixed-configuration, stackable enterprise access switch featuring 24 multi-gigabit RJ-45 ports with UPoE and Cisco LAN Base software for advanced Layer 2 switching.
It supports 24 multi-gigabit RJ-45 ports delivering auto-negotiation at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, and 5 Gbps per port.
The switch provides Cisco UPoE with up to 60 W per port and a total PoE budget of 1100 W per chassis.
It includes four fixed 10 Gbps SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed aggregation and fiber connectivity.
