Cisco WS-C3850-24S-E Catalyst 3850 New

Mfr. Part #: WS-C3850-24S-E
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WS-C3850-24S-E Overview

Catalyst 3850 Enables Unified Access

Cisco Unified Access is the convergence of the wired and wireless networks into one physical infrastructure with greater intelligence, simplicity, performance, and open interfaces. One network starts with Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches, which combine wired and wireless by supporting wireless tunnel termination and full wireless LAN controller functionality.

Best-in-Class Stackable Access Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Switch currently offers the industry's highest 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth to meet network demand, including gigabit desktop and 802.11ac wireless. The switch delivers advanced capabilities such as a high-performance 24/48 port GE switch, 480 G stacking, Power over Ethernet Plus, StackPower and Flexible NetFlow on all ports.

Converged Wired and Wireless Access
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Switch brings Cisco IOS excellence to wireless by extending wired infrastructure features, resiliency, granular QoS, and scalability. It provides built-in wireless controller capabilities with 40 G wireless throughput, support for 50 access points and 2000 wireless clients per switch or stack, and support for 802.11ac.

Distributed Intelligent Services
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Switch delivers common intelligent services across wired and wireless for security and policy, application visibility and control, network resiliency, smart operations, and more. The switch can enable multi-level QoS based on granular information such as SSID, client, radio, application, and fair share policies for wireless.

Foundation for Cisco Open Network Environment
The heart of Cisco Catalyst 3850 is the new ASIC with programmability for future features and intelligence with investment protection. The new ASIC provides a foundation for converged APIs across wired and wireless, software-defined networking (SDN) support, and Cisco One Platform Kit (OnePK).

Catalyst 3850, Stackable, 24 Port, SFP, 350W, 1 RU, IP Services feature set

  • Managed L3 SNMP v1, SNMP v2c, SNMP v3
  • Quality of Service (QoS) support
  • MAC address table: 32000 entries Switching capacity: 92 Gbit/s
  • Access Control List (ACL)
  • Rack mounting Stackable

Summary Description

Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24S-E, Managed, L3, Rack mounting

Specifications

Overview

Condition New
Brand Cisco
Stock In Stock

Management features

Switch type Managed
Switch layer L3
Quality of Service (QoS) support Yes

Ports & interfaces

SFP module slots quantity 24

Network

Networking standards IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3z
IP routing Yes
Link aggregation Yes
Rate limiting Yes
Spanning tree protocol Yes
VLAN support Yes
Number of VLANs 4000

Data transmission

Switching capacity 92 Gbit/s
Forwarding rate 68.4 Mpps
MAC address table 32000 entries
Jumbo frames support Yes
Jumbo frames 9198

Security

Access Control List (ACL) Yes
IGMP snooping Yes
Security algorithms 802.1x RADIUS

Multicast features

Multicast support Yes

Protocols

Management protocols SNMP v1, SNMP v2c, SNMP v3

Design

Rack mounting Yes
Stackable Yes
Product colour Black, Grey
LED indicators Yes
Electromagnetic compatibility 47CFR, AS/NZS CISPR22 2, CISPR22, EN55022, ICES003, EN61000-3-2, KCC, EN55024, KN24
Certification RoHS

Performance

Memory type DRAM
Internal memory 4096 MB
Flash memory 2048 MB
Mean time between failures (MTBF) 300760 h

Power

AC input voltage 100 - 240 V
AC input frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Input current 2 - 4 A

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Power over Ethernet (PoE) No

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T) -5 - 45 °C
Storage temperature (T-T) -40 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H) 10 - 90%
Heat dissipation 1207 BTU/h

Weight & dimensions

Width 450 mm
Depth 445 mm
Height 44.5 mm
Weight 7.03 kg

Packaging data

User guide Yes

Logistics data

Harmonized System (HS) code 85176990

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary interface capabilities of the Cisco WS-C3850-24S-E? +
The WS-C3850-24S-E is specifically engineered for high-density fiber environments, featuring 24 SFP-based 10/100/1000 ports. This configuration is ideal for network backbones or distribution layers requiring fiber connectivity to maintain signal integrity over longer distances compared to traditional copper cabling.
Does the WS-C3850-24S-E support advanced routing protocols for enterprise environments? +
Yes, this model ships with the IP Services (E) feature set. It provides comprehensive Layer 3 routing capabilities, including OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and IS-IS, enabling sophisticated traffic management and scalable network segmentation directly within the switch hardware.
How does the StackWise-480 technology benefit the WS-C3850-24S-E? +
StackWise-480 provides a massive 480 Gbps of stacking bandwidth. This allows you to combine multiple WS-C3850 units into a single logical switch, simplifying management while ensuring non-blocking performance and high availability through unified switching backplanes across the entire stack.
Is the WS-C3850-24S-E suitable for converged wired and wireless network deployments? +
Absolutely. This platform integrates Cisco's Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) ASIC, which allows for consistent policy enforcement and granular visibility across both wired and wireless traffic, simplifying the management of complex enterprise network infrastructures.
Can the WS-C3850-24S-E handle modular uplink modules? +
The switch supports field-replaceable network modules for uplink connectivity. You can customize your uplink configuration to meet specific throughput requirements, such as 1G or 10G SFP+ modules, ensuring the switch remains adaptable as your enterprise network bandwidth needs evolve over time.
What management features are included in the IP Services license for this switch? +
The IP Services license enables advanced enterprise-class features beyond basic Layer 2/3 connectivity. This includes robust IPv6 routing support, sophisticated Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization, and comprehensive security features like MACsec encryption to protect sensitive data traversing the switch fabric.
What is the recommended deployment scenario for this 24-port SFP fiber switch? +
The WS-C3850-24S-E is best utilized in fiber-to-the-desktop environments or as a high-performance aggregation switch in data centers. Its SFP-based architecture makes it the perfect choice for high-speed connectivity where copper cabling is impractical due to distance limitations or electromagnetic interference.
Are dual redundant power supplies supported on the WS-C3850-24S-E? +
Yes, the switch architecture supports dual, field-replaceable power supplies. This redundancy ensures continued operation in the event of a single power supply failure, which is critical for maintaining uptime in enterprise-level distribution and access layer deployments.
How can I obtain a competitive bulk quote for multiple WS-C3850-24S-E units? +
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