Cisco Catalyst 9300L 24-Port PoE+ Enterprise Switch (C9300L-24P-4G-E)

The Cisco Catalyst C9300L-24P-4G-E is a high-performance 24-port PoE+ switch designed for enterprise access networks. With four fixed 1G SFP uplinks and support for Cisco IOS XE with the Network Essentials software package, this switch delivers secure, reliable, and scalable connectivity. Featuring StackWise-320 technology, advanced Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 capabilities, and robust security features, it provides a strong foundation for Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) architectures and modern IoT-enabled networks.

Product Features

High-Performance Gigabit Access

Offers 24 full PoE+ ports with a standalone switching capacity of 56 Gbps, ensuring fast, reliable connectivity for enterprise devices.

Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+)

Supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ standards, providing up to 30W per port to power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras directly over Ethernet.

StackWise-320 Scalability

Enables stacking of up to eight switches with 320 Gbps bandwidth, allowing multiple units to operate as a single logical switch for high availability and simplified management.

Enterprise-Grade Security

Includes 802.1X authentication, AES-256 MACsec encryption, Access Control Lists (ACLs), DHCP snooping, and Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA) to protect against network threats.

Advanced IOS XE Capabilities

Runs on Cisco IOS XE for programmability, automation, and streaming telemetry, supporting NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG, and on-box Python scripting.

Resiliency and Redundancy

Features field-replaceable fans and power supplies, StackPower technology, and optional secondary power for uninterrupted network operation.

IoT and Cloud Integration

Delivers reliable PoE+ for IoT endpoints and integrates with Cisco Meraki or on-premises management solutions for flexible network control.

Product Specifications

• Downlink Ports: 24 × 10/100/1000BASE-T (PoE+)
• Uplink Ports: 4 × 1 Gb fixed SFP
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3at (30W per port)
• Default PoE Budget: 370W (with 715W AC PSU)
• Max PoE Budget: Higher with optional secondary PSU
• Switching Capacity (Standalone): 56 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate (Standalone): 41.66 Mpps
• Stacking Bandwidth: 320 Gbps (StackWise-320)
• Max Stack Members: 8 switches
• DRAM: 8 GB
• Flash Memory: 16 GB
• Packet Buffer: 16 MB
• MAC Address Table: 32,000 entries
• Jumbo Frames Support: 9,198 bytes
• Dimensions (H×W×D): 1.73 × 17.5 × 16.1 in (4.4 × 44.5 × 40.9 cm)
• Weight: ~6.81 kg (14.99 lb) with default PSU
• Mounting: 1U Rack Mount (included)
• Operating Temperature: –5°C to 45°C (23°F to 113°F)
• MTBF: ~314,140 to 346,940 hours