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WS-C3850-24XUW-S
CATALYST 3850 24 MGIG PORT UPOE IP BASE 5 AP LICS
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WS-C3850-24XUW-S Overview
WS-C3850-24XUW-S WS-C3850-24XUW-S is a high-performance, stackable switch built on a robust architecture that supports both Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing. Designed for enterprise networks, this model offers versatile power options and advanced features that ensure optimal performance and seamless integration into existing infrastructures.
WS-C3850-24XUW-S delivers 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports, enabling rapid data transmission and extensive scalability. Its stacking capability and support for Power over Ethernet Plus (POE+) make it ideal for digital workplaces, wireless deployments, and mission-critical applications where reliability, flexibility, and high throughput are essential.
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WS-C3850-24XUW-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Power Consumption
- 365 W
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 12–24 Ports
- IOS
- IP Services
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- POE Support
- POE+
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Weight
- 22 lbs
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Depth
- 12.2 inches
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-24XUW-S
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 Ethernet ports, 4 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XUW-S
WS-C3850-24XUW-S Use Case
High-Density Wi-Fi 6 Rollout with Multigigabit uPoE
A university deploys WS-C3850-24XUW-S Catalyst 3850 switches with IP Base and 5 AP licenses to power and manage Wi-Fi 6 access points over 24 multigigabit uPoE ports. Outcome: 35% boost in wireless performance, seamless high-density coverage for 500+ concurrent users, and reduced PoE infrastructure costs.
Unified PoE Edge for IP Surveillance and VoIP Communications
In a corporate headquarters, network architects consolidate IP cameras, VoIP phones and environmental sensors onto WS-C3850-24XUW-S switches, leveraging 24 uPoE ports and IP Base advanced routing. Outcome: centralized power delivery, 40% less cabling, and guaranteed 24/7 uptime for critical security and voice services.
Branch Network Resilience and Scalability via StackWise–480
A retail chain implements WS-C3850-24XUW-S Catalyst 3850 switches in branch locations using StackWise–480 to form a unified switch fabric with IP Base routing and 5 AP licenses. Outcome: sub-50 ms failover, simplified remote management, and scalable 480 Gbps backbone for future expansion.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3850-24XUW-S |  WS-C3850-24P-L |  WS-C3850-48UW-S |  WS-C3850-12XS-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.2 inches | 17.2 inches | 19.3 inches | 11 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-24XUW-S | WS-C3850-24P-L | WS-C3850-48UW-S | WS-C3850-12XS-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 12 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 Ethernet ports, 4 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports | 24 PoE ports, 4 SFP uplink ports | 48 PoE+ Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 12 fixed 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports |
| Power Consumption | 365 W | 370W | 435 W | 295W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XUW-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 Port PoE Switch - LAN Lite | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48UW-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-12XS-E Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 960 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 22 lbs | 26 lbs | 26 lbs | 22 lbs |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Steven Marshall
4
Handled high-bandwidth wireless traffic efficiently.
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Timothy Rhodes
5
Reliable LAN Base switching with excellent power support.
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Ulysses Parker
5
Strong performance for modern enterprise wireless needs.
W
Walter Simmons
5
Consistent uptime and easy management.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco WS-C3850-24XUW-S switch?
The WS-C3850-24XUW-S is a Cisco Catalyst 3850 series stackable switch with 24 multi-gigabit Ethernet ports, Universal Power over Ethernet (UPoE), IP Base feature license and five access point (AP) licenses.
How many Ethernet ports does the WS-C3850-24XUW-S provide?
The switch provides 24 multi-gigabit (1G/2.5G/5G/10G) Ethernet ports for flexible connectivity and higher throughput.
What is Universal Power over Ethernet (UPoE)?
UPoE delivers up to 60W per port, enabling power-hungry devices such as PTZ cameras, video endpoints and 802.11ac Wave 2 access points over standard Ethernet cabling.
Which software license is included with WS-C3850-24XUW-S?
It includes an IP Base license, offering advanced Layer 3 routing, QoS, multicast and security features for campus and branch deployments.
How many access point licenses are bundled?
The switch ships with five perpetual access point licenses, enabling integrated wireless controller functionality for up to five Cisco APs.
How do I stack multiple Catalyst 3850 switches?
Use Cisco StackWise-480 cables to interconnect up to nine Catalyst 3850 switches for unified management, redundancy and 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth.
What uplink interfaces are available on WS-C3850-24XUW-S?
It includes four fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports to connect to aggregation and core layers with low latency and high throughput.
What performance does this switch deliver?
The WS-C3850-24XUW-S delivers up to 176 Gbps switching capacity, 130 Mpps forwarding rate and wire-speed performance on all ports.
Can I upgrade to IP Services or DNA Advantage?
Yes. You can purchase an upgrade license to IP Services or Cisco DNA Advantage for additional advanced routing, analytics and automation features.
What power supply options are supported?
It ships with a single internal PSU delivering up to 1100 W and supports an optional redundant PSU for high availability deployments.
Which management tools are supported?
Manage the switch via CLI, web GUI, SNMP or Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation, monitoring and troubleshooting.
How do I configure PoE power budgets?
Use Cisco IOS CLI or the web interface to assign per-port PoE priority, power limits and global budgets for UPoE power management.
What are typical use cases for the WS-C3850-24XUW-S?
Ideal for enterprise campus distribution, converged access, wireless backhaul and IoT deployments requiring high-power PoE and multi-gig connectivity.
Is the switch energy efficient?
Yes. It supports Cisco EnergyWise, efficient fan speed control and low-power silicon for optimized energy consumption.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty and offers SMARTnet service contracts for software updates, technical support and hardware replacement.
How do I verify switch health and performance?
Use Cisco IOS show commands, Embedded Event Manager and Cisco DNA Center telemetry for real-time health monitoring and diagnostics.