Cisco C9300-24S-A Catalyst 9300 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet SFP Switch with Modular Uplinks

The Cisco C9300-24S-A Catalyst 9300 Series Switch is a next-generation enterprise-class access switch designed for organizations that require high-density fiber connectivity, advanced security, and scalable network performance. Equipped with 24 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports and modular uplink capabilities, the C9300-24S-A delivers exceptional flexibility for campus networks, branch offices, government institutions, educational facilities, and enterprise environments.

As part of the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series, this switch serves as a core component of Cisco's Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) architecture, enabling secure, automated, and intelligent network operations. Its advanced Layer 3 routing features, StackWise technology, and modular design make it an ideal choice for businesses planning future network expansion.

The switch provides 24 dedicated Gigabit SFP ports for high-performance fiber connectivity, supporting both multimode and single-mode fiber deployments.

The modular uplink architecture allows organizations to scale network bandwidth according to business requirements. Supported uplink options include:

• 1G Network Modules
• 10G Network Modules
• 25G Network Modules
• 40G Network Modules

This flexibility protects your investment while simplifying future upgrades.

The Cisco C9300-24S-A supports advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities, including:

• OSPF
• EIGRP
• BGP
• VRF
• Multicast Routing
• Policy-Based Routing

These features enable efficient traffic management and network segmentation.

Multiple Catalyst 9300 switches can be stacked into a single logical unit, simplifying management and increasing network resilience.

The switch incorporates enterprise-grade security technologies such as:

• MACsec Encryption
• TrustSec
• Secure Boot
• Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA)
• Access Control Lists (ACLs)
• 802.1X Authentication

These capabilities help organizations protect sensitive data and meet compliance requirements.

Designed for mission-critical environments, the C9300-24S-A supports:

• Redundant Power Supplies
• Hot-Swappable Components
• Stateful Switchover
• StackPower Technology

The Cisco C9300-24S-A is ideal for campus deployments requiring reliable fiber connectivity between access, distribution, and core network layers.

Government agencies can benefit from its advanced security features, scalable architecture, and high availability.

Schools and universities often require extensive fiber connectivity across multiple buildings. The C9300-24S-A provides the performance and scalability needed for growing educational environments.

Hospitals and healthcare facilities can leverage secure and reliable network connectivity for medical devices, electronic records, and communication systems.

Industrial facilities often use fiber infrastructure to overcome distance limitations and electromagnetic interference. The C9300-24S-A is well-suited for these environments.

Many customers compare the C9300-24S-A and C9300-24T-A when planning network upgrades.

Choose the Cisco C9300-24S-A if your infrastructure relies primarily on fiber cabling. If your environment mainly uses copper Ethernet cabling, the C9300-24T-A may be a more suitable choice.

Organizations seeking advanced routing, security, and long-term scalability typically prefer the Catalyst 9300 Series.

The Cisco C9300-24S-A supports a wide range of Cisco-compatible transceivers, including:

• GLC-SX-M-M-D
• GLC-SX-MM

• GLC-LH-SMD
• GLC-EX-SMD
• GLC-ZX-SM

• GLC-BX-D
• GLC-BX-U

Various Cisco-compatible CWDM and DWDM SFP solutions are also supported for metro and long-distance applications.

The Catalyst 9300 Series has become one of the most widely deployed enterprise switch platforms due to its:

• Proven reliability
• Advanced security architecture
• Flexible network automation
• Long product lifecycle
• Support for hybrid work environments
• Cloud-ready management capabilities

For organizations planning network modernization projects, the C9300-24S-A provides a future-proof foundation that supports evolving business requirements.

The Cisco C9300-24S-A is an enterprise-grade Catalyst 9300 Series switch featuring 24 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports, modular uplink support, advanced Layer 3 routing, and Cisco IOS XE operating software.

Yes. The switch supports advanced Layer 3 routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VRF, and multicast routing, making it suitable for enterprise access and distribution deployments.

Yes. Cisco StackWise technology allows multiple Catalyst 9300 switches to operate as a single logical switch, simplifying management and increasing redundancy.

Depending on the installed network module, the switch can support:

• 1 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks
• 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks
• 25 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks
• 40 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks

The switch supports Cisco-compatible Gigabit SFP modules including GLC-SX-M-M-D, GLC-LH-SMD, GLC-EX-SMD, GLC-ZX-SM, GLC-BX-D, and GLC-BX-U.

No. The C9300-24S-A is a fiber-based SFP switch and does not provide Power over Ethernet (PoE). Customers requiring PoE functionality may consider models such as the C9300-24P-A or C9300-48P-A.

Yes. The switch can be deployed at the data center edge, aggregation layer, or enterprise core where high-density fiber connectivity and advanced routing capabilities are required.

Modular uplinks provide flexibility and investment protection by allowing organizations to upgrade network bandwidth without replacing the entire switch.

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