WS-C3850-24S-S Cisco Catalyst 24 Port GE SFP IP Base Switch
Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S Catalyst 3850 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet SFP IP Base Switch
Enterprise Cisco Catalyst 3850 24-Port Gigabit SFP IP Base Switch with StackWise-480 and Cisco IOS XE
The Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S Catalyst 3850 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet SFP Switch is an enterprise-class managed switch designed for fiber-based campus, aggregation, branch, and data center access networks. It features 24 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports and an optional modular uplink, providing flexible optical connectivity for enterprise infrastructure. With Cisco StackWise-480 technology and up to 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth, it enables scalable expansion, centralized management, and improved network resiliency.
Powered by Cisco IOS XE with the IP Base feature set, the WS-C3850-24S-S supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, IPv4/IPv6 routing, VLANs, QoS, multicast, EtherChannel, LACP, Flexible NetFlow, and Cisco TrustSec. Its hardware-based forwarding architecture delivers high-performance Gigabit switching, while integrated security and unified wired and wireless networking capabilities support modern enterprise deployments.
The Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S is an ideal solution for enterprise campus fiber access, network aggregation, branch office connectivity, government and education networks, data center access switching, and high-performance LAN infrastructure. Its SFP-based architecture, modular uplink capability, and StackWise-480 technology provide a scalable foundation for organizations requiring reliable fiber switching and centralized network management.
Product Specifications – Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S Catalyst 3850 24-Port Gigabit SFP Managed Switch
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S Catalyst 3850 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet SFP Managed Switch |
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems |
| Part Number | WS-C3850-24S-S |
| Product Series | Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series |
| Product Type | Managed Ethernet Switch |
| Access Ports | 24 × Gigabit Ethernet SFP Ports |
| Port Type | 1000BASE-X SFP |
| Uplink | Optional Modular Network Uplink |
| Uplink Module | Network Module / Uplink Module, Configuration Dependent |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Software Feature Set | IP Base |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 130.95 Mpps |
| Stacking Technology | Cisco StackWise-480 |
| Stack Bandwidth | 480 Gbps |
| Maximum Stack Members | Up to 9 Switches |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| IPv4 Routing | Supported |
| IPv6 Routing | Supported |
| Routing Protocols | Static Routing, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, Configuration/License Dependent |
| VLAN Support | IEEE 802.1Q |
| VLAN Capacity | Up to 4,000 VLANs |
| MAC Address Table | Up to 32,000 MAC Addresses |
| QoS | Advanced Hardware-Based QoS |
| Security | ACLs, 802.1X, Port Security, DHCP Snooping and Dynamic ARP Inspection |
| TrustSec | Cisco TrustSec Supported |
| Link Aggregation | EtherChannel / LACP |
| Multicast | IGMP Snooping |
| Spanning Tree | STP, RSTP and MSTP |
| Jumbo Frames | Up to 9,216 Bytes |
| Flexible NetFlow | Supported |
| Wireless Integration | Cisco Unified Wired and Wireless Access |
| Wireless Controller | Integrated Wireless Controller Capability |
| Network Management | Cisco IOS XE CLI, SNMP and Cisco Network Management Tools |
| Console | RJ-45 Console and USB Console |
| USB | USB Connectivity |
| High Availability | StackWise-480 and Stack-Level Resiliency |
| Power Supply | Internal AC Power Supply |
| Power Input | AC |
| PoE Support | Not Applicable – SFP Fiber Access Model |
| Cooling | Internal Fan Cooling |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-Mountable |
| Rack Height | 1 Rack Unit (1RU) |
| Deployment | Enterprise Campus, Aggregation and Access Layer |
| Application | Fiber Access Switching, Aggregation and LAN Infrastructure |
| Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Use Cases | Enterprise Campus Fiber Access, Network Aggregation, Branch Fiber Connectivity, Government, Education, Data Center Access and High-Performance LAN Infrastructure |
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FAQs
Q1. What is the Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S?
The Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S is a Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series managed switch featuring 24 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports, IP Base software, and StackWise-480 technology for enterprise fiber networking.
Q2. Who should buy the Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S?
The Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S is ideal for enterprises, educational institutions, government agencies, healthcare organizations, and businesses requiring high-density fiber connectivity with advanced Layer 3 networking capabilities.
Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S worth buying?
Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S delivers enterprise-grade switching performance, advanced IP Base features, and Cisco reliability while significantly reducing infrastructure costs.
Q4. Does the Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S support switch stacking?
Yes. The Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S supports Cisco StackWise-480, enabling multiple compatible Catalyst 3850 switches to operate as a single logical switch for simplified management, scalability, and high availability.
Q5. What software features are included with the Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S?
The Cisco WS-C3850-24S-S includes the IP Base feature set with Cisco IOS XE, supporting advanced Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 routing, VLANs, QoS, IPv4/IPv6, multicast, and unified wired and wireless networking capabilities.
