Cisco Catalyst 3850 24-Port Gigabit Switch WS-C3850-24T-E

What It Is

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24T-E is a fixed-configuration enterprise access switch from the Catalyst 3850 series, offering 24 10/100/1000 Ethernet data ports. It runs the IP Services software feature set, providing advanced routing and security capabilities for LAN deployments. This model is designed for unified wired and wireless networking in medium to large enterprise environments.

Technical Details

• Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet data ports (non-PoE)
• Uplinks: Not specified for this model (no SFP or mGig ports listed in source)
• Software: IP Services (E) feature set
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850 family
• Form Factor: Fixed-configuration stackable switch
• Switching Capacity: Not stated in source data
• Power over Ethernet: Not supported on this model (data-only)

Configuration & Options

• Model is ordered as WS-C3850-24T-E; no additional options listed in source
• Related models in the series include WS-C3850-12S-E (12-port GE SFP IP Services) and WS-C3850-12S-S (12-port GE SFP IP Base)
• Higher-density configurations available as WS-C3850-12X48U-E and WS-C3850-12X48U-L (48-port with 12 mGig + 36 Gig, UPoE)
• IP Base (S) software variant available on other models in the series

Operating Conditions

The WS-C3850-24T-E is intended for deployment in enterprise campus networks as an access layer switch, connecting end-user devices such as workstations and printers. It suits environments requiring advanced IP services, including policy-based routing and enhanced security. The non-PoE design makes it appropriate for data-only wiring closets where power over Ethernet is not required.