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Cisco WS-C3850-32XS-S Catalyst 3850 24-Port 10 Gigabit Ether...
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WS-C3850-32XS-S combines 24 fixed 1G/10G SFP+ ports with the included C3850-NM-8-10G module, providing another eight 1G/10G interfaces rather than an empty uplink bay. This managed Layer 3 fiber switch belongs to the Catalyst 3850 family and ships with IP Base in a 1U rack-mount chassis. The configuration provides non-PoE connectivity for access and aggregation links. Unlike this bundle, the discontinued WS-C3850-32XS-E carries IP Services for advanced routing requirements. The 32-port 10G fiber configuration includes its uplink module, so the purchase order must distinguish the complete bundle from a chassis-only configuration.
WS-C3850-32XS-S price for new stock is $3,144.75, a 94.1% saving from the Cisco list price of $52,931.00. WS-C3850-32XS-S refurb price is $1,029.11. WS-C3850-32XS-S is in stock and available for free next-day delivery. (terms applied)
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640 Gbps switching capacity accommodates the bundled interface configuration, while 454.55 Mpps forwarding capacity supports packet switching across the underlying hardware. Static routing, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub and routed-access OSPF provide IP Base routing options; full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 require IP Services. WS-C3850-32XS-S uses UADP forwarding silicon with 4 GB DRAM and 4 GB flash for operation and image storage. The hardware supports 32000 MAC addresses and 24000 IPv4 entries comprising ARP plus learned routes. 205.5W consumption applies to the full-traffic test configuration with C3850-NM-8-10G, rather than representing the PWR-C1-715WAC supply rating.
WS-C3850-32XS-S is offered new sealed and certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with power-on and POST, clean boot, rated-speed port links, optics recognition, firmware verification and configuration wiping to factory default. Specify the condition and complete bundle contents on the purchase order. ORM provides up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units, up to 1 year for certified refurbished units, and 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. Cisco's original-owner Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty remains subject to eligibility, and Cisco service ends April 30, 2027; enterprise and volume orders can use PO acceptance, government Net-30 and RMA with advance replacement across UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
License Tier | IP Base |
Port Configuration | 24 x 10G SFP+ / 8 x 10G C3850-NM-8-10G |
Stacking | StackWise-480 / 9 members |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale April 30, 2022 |
Replacement PID | C9300X-24Y |
Scenario: Enterprise IT deploys WS-C3850-32XS-S as the spine switch in a three-tier leaf-spine topology, interconnecting 40+ 10G leaf switches hosting VMware and Hyper-V clusters. Outcome: Achieves sub-millisecond east-west latency, scales to thousands of virtual machines, and leverages IP Base OSPF/BGP for dynamic routing and simplified network segmentation.
Scenario: A multinational corporation installs WS-C3850-32XS-S at its campus core to aggregate 10G fiber uplinks from departmental distribution switches supporting VoIP phones, HD videoconferencing and Wi-Fi 6 access points. Outcome: Delivers enterprise-grade QoS with hardware-based classification, ensures jitter-free collaboration, centralizes policy enforcement and maintains 99.99% uptime SLAs.
Scenario: A regional branch uses WS-C3850-32XS-S as its WAN edge to terminate dual 10G dark-fiber circuits and MPLS, leveraging the IP Base license for EIGRP, OSPF and VRF-Lite segmentation. Outcome: Simplifies multi-site routing, enforces secure traffic separation, accelerates failover with Stateful Switchover, and cuts configuration time by 40%.
When preparing replacement equipment before a maintenance window, establish the console connection before transferring the production configuration. The chassis provides USB mini-Type B and RJ-45 console connections, with USB taking precedence when connected. Specify the console connection required by the staging workstation before the PO.
When extending an existing power-sharing group, treat the power interconnect separately from the data stack. StackPower groups contain four switches and use CAB-SPWR-30CM= or CAB-SPWR-150CM= rather than data-stacking cables. Check group membership, cable reach and the intended power-sharing or redundancy mode before ordering the extension.
Native copper ports for powered endpoints
The fiber interfaces provide no native RJ-45 access ports or PoE output. A requirement to connect and power copper endpoints needs different switching hardware.
Full routing under the included license
IP Base does not include full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 or IS-ISv4. Those routing requirements need IP Services rather than the included feature set.
Cisco support beyond April 2027
Cisco service ends April 30, 2027. C9300X-24Y is the migration option, with 24 fixed 1G/10G/25G fiber ports; its uplink configuration must be specified separately.
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| WS-C3850-32XS-S |  WS-C3850-24T-E |  WS-C3850-12X48U-L |  WS-C3850-24S-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 450 mm | 450 mm | 488 mm | 450 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 4 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-32XS-S | WS-C3850-24T-E | WS-C3850-12X48U-L | WS-C3850-24S-E |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 205.5W | 84.97W (with C3850-NM-2-10G at 100% traffic / 115V AC) | 208.1W (C3850-NM-8-10G installed; no PoE load) | 109.75W with C3850-NM-2-10G at 100% traffic |
| Switching Capacity | 640 Gbps | 92 Gbps | 472 Gbps | 92 Gbps |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 11 April 2022
Cisco-grade stability for high-speed environments.
Reviewed on the 11 September 2019
32-port 10G fiber switch delivered excellent throughput.
Reviewed on the 7 December 2024
Reliable IP Base features for aggregation roles.
Reviewed on the 18 March 2023
Handled heavy fiber traffic without latency issues.
Reviewed on the 14 March 2017
Strong choice for enterprise fiber access.
WS-C3850-32XS-S identifies a Catalyst 3850 bundle with 32 available SFP+ interfaces and IP Base. The WS-C3850 portion identifies the switch family, 32XS identifies the 24-port SFP+ chassis bundled with C3850-NM-8-10G, and the final S identifies the IP Base feature set.
WS-C3850-32XS-S supports CLI management through its console connections or remote Telnet and SSH, plus Cisco Network Assistant and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. SSH requires the appropriate cryptographic image. Specify the intended administrative access method and confirm the installed image before transferring a production configuration.
WS-C3850-32XS-S reached end of sale on April 30, 2022, and its last date of Cisco support is April 30, 2027. Software maintenance ended April 30, 2023. C9300X-24Y is the migration option; remaining hardware purchases do not restart the original lifecycle milestones.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3850-32XS-S new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for refurbished units. Returns are available for 30 days on either condition; terms apply. Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty has original-owner eligibility restrictions, and Cisco service ends April 30, 2027.
WS-C3850-32XS-S includes permanent IP Base licensing, while IP Services is a separate feature-set upgrade. Cisco DNA Essentials and Cisco DNA Advantage are optional subscription add-ons with a minimum 3-year term. When an add-on expires, the base capabilities remain available after deactivating the add-on and reloading.
Yes, WS-C3850-32XS-S includes C3850-NM-8-10G, adding eight 1G/10G interfaces to the 24 fixed SFP+ ports. The 32-port configuration therefore depends on receiving the complete bundle. Confirm that the module is included in the quoted equipment rather than accepting a chassis-only description.
A Catalyst 3850 StackWise-480 data stack contains nine members and provides 480 Gbps stack bandwidth. Members must use matching software feature sets. STACK-T1-50CM=, STACK-T1-1M= and STACK-T1-3M= provide different cable lengths; select the length that matches the rack arrangement rather than using power-stacking cables.
Yes, the 32-port Catalyst 3850 bundle supports a second internal power supply, but only PWR-C1-715WAC ships in the standard configuration. The second bay is available for an additional supply. Specify the additional power supply explicitly when the purchase requires dual-supply operation rather than assuming redundancy is included.
WS-C3850-32XS-S includes IP Base, while WS-C3850-32XS-E includes IP Services. Both are discontinued 32-interface bundles with C3850-NM-8-10G. The S model addresses routed-access requirements; the E model supplies the advanced routing feature set needed for full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4.
WS-C3850-32XS-S provides 32 SFP+ interfaces, while WS-C3850-16XS-S provides 16. The larger bundle combines 24 fixed ports with C3850-NM-8-10G; the smaller combines 12 fixed ports with C3850-NM-4-10G. Both are discontinued IP Base configurations, serving different fiber-interface density requirements within existing deployments.
WS-C3850-32XS-S has 24 fixed 1G/10G SFP+ ports plus C3850-NM-8-10G, while C9300X-24Y has 24 fixed 1G/10G/25G SFP28 ports and modular uplinks. The discontinued bundle addresses existing 10G configurations; C9300X-24Y is the migration option for buyers specifying 25G fiber access and a separately selected uplink configuration.
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