Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24PW-S 24-Port PoE+ Switch

What It Is

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24PW-S is a 24-port Gigabit Ethernet PoE switch from the Cisco Catalyst 3850 series, equipped with a 5 AP license and IP Base feature set. This fixed-configuration stackable switch is designed for enterprise access layer deployments, delivering integrated wired and wireless capabilities. It is suitable for local area network (LAN) environments requiring Power over Ethernet support.

Technical Details

• Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet (PoE)
• PoE Budget: Supports PoE on all 24 ports for powering endpoints
• AP License: 5 Access Point license included
• Software Feature Set: IP Base (supporting basic Layer 3 routing and QoS)
• Form Factor: 1RU rack-mountable fixed-configuration switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850 family, stackable via StackWise-480
• Uplinks: Not specified in source data (refer to full datasheet)

Configuration & Options

• Includes 5 AP license for Cisco wireless controller functionality
• Available with IP Base feature set; upgradeable to IP Services (E license) if required
• Stacking capability with other Catalyst 3850 switches via StackWise ports
• PoE power budget shared across all 24 ports; per-port power allocation configurable
• No additional modules included; SFP uplink options may be available as separate accessories

Operating Conditions

This switch is intended for deployment in enterprise wiring closets or server rooms as an access layer device, providing connectivity and PoE power to endpoints such as IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points. It operates in standard indoor environments with controlled temperature and humidity. The IP Base software makes it suitable for medium-sized networks requiring robust QoS, security, and management features without advanced routing protocols.