Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9300-24P-E is a 24-port PoE+ Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise campus access networks. It offers intelligent power management, advanced security features, and high-speed stacking capabilities. As part of the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series, this switch delivers superior performance and full integration with Cisco’s SD-Access architecture and DNA Center.
Product Description
Cisco C9300-24P-E is a high-performance enterprise switch equipped with 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, ideal for powering IP phones, wireless access points, and security devices directly from the switch. Running on the Network Essentials software image, it supports essential Layer 3 routing protocols such as OSPF, RIP, and EIGRP. With Cisco StackWise-480 technology, this model enables stacking of up to 8 switches with a total bandwidth of 480 Gbps. The modular uplink architecture allows flexibility for 1G/10G/40G uplink choices. Designed for secure and scalable deployments, it supports MACsec encryption, TrustSec, and is fully SD-Access capable.
Key Features
24x 1G PoE+ ports (up to 30W per port)
StackWise-480 support with 480 Gbps stack bandwidth
Modular uplinks (sold separately) for flexible deployment
Network Essentials software with core Layer 3 functions
Supports Cisco SD-Access and DNA Center integration
IEEE 802.3at compliant with intelligent PoE power management
Enhanced security: MACsec, TrustSec, SGT support
Modular, redundant power supply and fan options
Energy-efficient and ideal for campus and enterprise access
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Model | C9300-24P-E |
| Port Count | 24x 10/100/1000 PoE+ Ethernet |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| Per Port Power | Up to 30W |
| Total PoE Budget | Up to 445W (with appropriate PSU) |
| Uplink Options | Modular (1G/10G/40G) |
| Stack Bandwidth | 480 Gbps (StackWise-480) |
| Software License | Network Essentials |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, PIM |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 154.76 Mpps |
| SD-Access Capable | Yes |
| MACsec Encryption | Yes |
| Power Supply | Modular, Redundant Supported |
| Fan Module | Modular, Redundant Supported |
Similar Models Comparison Table
| Model | Ports | PoE Support | Uplinks | Stack Bandwidth | SD-Access |
| C9300-24P-E | 24x 1G PoE+ | Yes | Modular | 480 Gbps | Yes |
| C9300-24T-E | 24x 1G Data | No | Modular | 480 Gbps | Yes |
| C9300-24P-A | 24x 1G PoE+ | Yes | Modular | 480 Gbps | Yes |
| C9300-48P-E | 48x 1G PoE+ | Yes | Modular | 480 Gbps | Yes |
| C9300L-24P-4G-E | 24x 1G PoE+ | Yes | 4x 1G Fixed | Not StackWise-480 | Yes |
