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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
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 365 W
- 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 / Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-24XUW-S
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- 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 Ethernet ports, 4 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XUW-S
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Depth
- 12.2 inches
- Weight
- 22 lbs
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 |  WS-C3850-24U-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.2 inches | 17.2 inches | 19.3 inches | 11 inches | 18.05 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 | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 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-C3850-24XUW-S | WS-C3850-24P-L | WS-C3850-48UW-S | WS-C3850-12XS-E | WS-C3850-24U-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 12 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | POE+ | Non 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 | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 365 W | 370W | 435 W | 295W | 250 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC 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 | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24U-L 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 | Yes | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 960 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 22 lbs | 26 lbs | 26 lbs | 22 lbs | 25.5 lbs |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.32 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.
U
Ulysses Parker
3
Strong performance for modern enterprise wireless needs.
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Walter Simmons
4
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.