Cisco Catalyst 3850 24-Port SFP+ Switch WS-C3850-24S-S

Equipment Overview

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24S-S is a stackable access layer switch designed for enterprise local area networks. It provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet SFP fiber ports, enabling high-speed uplinks and long-distance connectivity between network segments. The unit operates with the IP Base software feature set, delivering essential Layer 3 routing and quality of service capabilities. This model is intended for deployment in medium to large organizations requiring reliable, wire-speed fiber aggregation.

Main Parameters

• Ports: 24 x GE SFP (fiber uplink/access ports)
• Software: IP Base (advanced Layer 3 features)
• Switching Capacity: 88 Gbps (per Cisco Catalyst 3850 series specification)
• Forwarding Rate: 68.45 Mpps (per Cisco Catalyst 3850 series specification)
• Stacking: Cisco StackWise-480 technology, up to 9 units per stack
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable

Key Advantages

This switch is chosen for enterprise projects requiring dense fiber port density without copper transceivers. The IP Base license provides cost-effective Layer 3 routing, including static routes and RIP, while maintaining the full Cisco Catalyst management suite. Stacking capability simplifies network expansion and management, reducing operational overhead in large deployments.

Compatibility & Integration

The WS-C3850-24S-S supports standard SFP transceivers (1000BASE-SX/LX/ZX, CWDM) and integrates with Cisco DNA Center, Cisco ISE, and SNMP-based monitoring platforms. It is fully compatible with Cisco Catalyst 3850 stack members, including models with copper (WS-C3850-24T/48T) and PoE (WS-C3850-24P/48P) ports, and interoperates with IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1p, and 802.3ad standards.