Cisco Catalyst 1000 24port GE, POE, 4x1G SFP – C1000-24P-4G-L delivers comprehensive Layer 2 managed switching functionality specifically engineered for small businesses and branch office environments requiring enterprise-class network infrastructure with simplified management capabilities. This 24-port Gigabit Ethernet switch combines Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) delivery with advanced Cisco IOS Software features, providing professional network administration through both command-line interface and intuitive web-based management systems.

Advanced PoE+ Power Management and Device Support

The C1000-24P-4G-L provides 195W total PoE+ power budget distributed across 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling comprehensive support for high-power network devices including wireless access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and IoT sensors. This perpetual PoE+ capability eliminates separate power infrastructure requirements while supporting next-generation network-attached devices with enhanced power demands.

Power and Connectivity Specifications:

• 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports with 195W total power budget
• Four 1G SFP uplink interfaces for fiber connectivity and network expansion
• Fanless operation ensuring silent deployment in office environments
• Compact dimensions: 17.5 × 11.76 × 1.73 inches for flexible installation options
• Support for jumbo frames up to 10,240 bytes for enhanced data throughput

Cisco IOS Software Management and Network Intelligence

Unlike basic managed switches, this enterprise-class device operates on proven Cisco IOS Software, providing comprehensive network management capabilities typically found in larger infrastructure deployments. The Cisco Catalyst C1000-24P-4G-L supports both traditional CLI administration and modern web-based GUI management, accommodating diverse administrator skill levels and operational preferences.

Management and Monitoring Features:

• Cisco IOS Software with CLI and web UI management options
• Network monitoring through sampled flow (sFlow) for traffic analysis
• Over-the-air device access via integrated Bluetooth technology
• SNMP support for enterprise network management system integration
• Multiple console access methods: RJ-45, USB mini-B, and USB-A connectivity
• Enhanced limited lifetime warranty support (E-LLW) for extended coverage

Comprehensive Security Architecture and Access Control

Enterprise network security demands sophisticated protection mechanisms, and this managed switch incorporates IEEE 802.1X authentication for connected device verification. Advanced security features include Switched Port Analyzer (SPAN) for traffic monitoring, Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU) Guard for network topology protection, and comprehensive Access Control List (ACL) support for granular traffic management.

Security and Access Control Features:

• IEEE 802.1X authentication support for connected device validation
• 600 IPv4/MAC and 600 IPv6 security ACEs for comprehensive access control
• Switched Port Analyzer (SPAN) with support for up to 4 concurrent sessions
• BPDU Guard protection against spanning tree topology attacks
• Support for 256 active VLANs with 4,094 available VLAN IDs
• IPv4 and IPv6 routing capabilities with static route configuration

High-Performance Switching Architecture and Scalability

The device incorporates an ARM v7 800 MHz processor with 512 MB DRAM and 256 MB flash memory, providing sufficient computational resources for advanced switching operations and feature implementation. With 28 Gbps forwarding bandwidth and 56 Gbps switching capacity, the C1000-24P-4G-L handles demanding applications including bandwidth-intensive cloud services and real-time video communications.

Performance Specifications:

• 41.67 million packets per second forwarding rate for wire-speed performance
• 28 Gbps forwarding bandwidth with 56 Gbps total switching capacity
• 16,000 unicast MAC address table for comprehensive device management
• Support for 1,024 IPv4 and IPv6 multicast groups
• Maximum transmission unit (MTU) of 9,198 bytes for Layer 3 packets
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 2,026,793 hours for data operations

Environmental Design and Deployment Flexibility

Professional network infrastructure requires adaptability across diverse deployment scenarios. This managed switch supports operation from -5°C to 50°C at sea level with altitude derating capabilities, making it suitable for various environmental conditions including non-climate-controlled locations common in small business and branch office deployments.

Environmental and Physical Characteristics:

• Fanless operation eliminating noise in office environments
• Operating temperature range: -5°C to 50°C with altitude compensation
• Operating altitude capability up to 10,000 feet (3,000 meters)
• Relative humidity tolerance: 5% to 90% at 40°C operating conditions
• Storage temperature range: -25°C to 70°C for extended environmental tolerance
• Multiple mounting options accommodating rack-mount and desktop installations

Advanced Routing Capabilities and Network Segmentation

Beyond traditional Layer 2 switching functionality, the device supports sophisticated routing capabilities including 542 IPv4 unicast direct routes and 256 indirect routes, enabling complex network topologies and traffic engineering. IPv6 support includes 414 direct routes and 128 indirect routes, ensuring compatibility with modern dual-stack network implementations.

Layer 3 Routing Features:

• IPv4 and IPv6 static routing with 16 routes each protocol
• Support for 64 Spanning Tree Protocol instances for network redundancy
• IGMP support for efficient multicast traffic management
• Quality of Service implementation for traffic prioritization
• Network segmentation through VLAN implementation and inter-VLAN routing capabilities