Cisco Catalyst 3850 24-Port PoE+ Switch WS-C3850-24U-L

What It Is

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24U-L is a 24-port enterprise Ethernet switch from the Catalyst 3850 series, designed for LAN access layer deployments. It operates with the LAN Base feature set, providing foundational Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 switching capabilities. This model supports Universal Power over Ethernet (UPoE) for advanced power delivery to connected devices.

Technical Details

• Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with UPoE support
• Feature Set: LAN Base
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850
• Power over Ethernet: Universal PoE (UPoE) for up to 60W per port
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable switch for standard 19-inch racks
• Switching Capacity: Integrated stackwise and unified access architecture (per series baseline)

Configuration & Options

• Part number: WS-C3850-24U-L (as per Cisco ordering system)
• Supported software: IOS XE with LAN Base license preinstalled
• Stacking capability via dedicated stacking ports (optional stacking modules available separately)
• Compatible with optional network modules for uplink expansion (e.g., 10G SFP+ or 40G QSFP)
• No external power supply options listed; internal PSU included with the base unit

Operating Conditions

This switch is intended for indoor deployment in enterprise wiring closets or server rooms, operating within standard temperature and humidity ranges for IT equipment. It is positioned for LAN access in medium-to-large networks where UPoE is required for powering devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras, or IoT endpoints. The unit supports AC power input and is designed for continuous operation in controlled environments.