Exploring the Cisco Catalyst 9200 C9200L-24T-4X Layer 3 Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9200L-24T-4X: The Enterprise-Class Foundation for Your Modern Network
In an era where network downtime means lost revenue, the Cisco Catalyst C9200L-24T-4X offers small and mid-sized enterprises a bridge to enterprise-level performance without the enterprise-level complexity. As a cornerstone of the Catalyst 9000 family, this switch delivers the security, resiliency, and programmability required for modern intent-based networking.
Why Choose the C9200L-24T-4X for Your Business?
The C9200L-24T-4X is a "fixed-configuration" powerhouse. While it belongs to the high-end Catalyst 9200 series, the "L" (Lite/Fixed) designation ensures a cost-optimized entry point for branch offices and growing campuses that need predictable, high-speed performance.
1. High-Speed 10G Uplinks for Future-Proofing
While many entry-level switches limit you to 1Gbps uplinks, the C9200L-24T-4X features four fixed 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports.
Bottleneck Removal: Move data from your access layer to your core or server farm at ten times the speed of standard copper.
Fiber Ready: Supports both short-range and long-range optical fiber, giving you the flexibility to connect buildings or floors with zero signal degradation.
2. Advanced Layer 3 Intelligence
This is not just a simple "plug-and-play" switch. It is a fully manageable Layer 3 device, supporting advanced routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, and Static Routing.
Local Routing: Handle inter-VLAN routing directly on the switch to reduce the load on your main router.
Network Segmentation: Use Layer 3 capabilities to isolate sensitive guest traffic or IoT devices from your core business data.
3. Enterprise Resiliency and Stacking
The C9200L series is designed to stay "Always On."
StackWise-80: By adding an optional stacking kit, you can link up to 8 switches to act as a single logical unit with 80 Gbps of stacking bandwidth.7 This simplifies management—one IP address for the whole stack—and provides instant redundancy if one unit fails.
Dual Redundant Power: The switch supports two field-replaceable power supplies. If one fails, the second takes over instantly, ensuring your network never skips a beat.
Key Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Downlink Ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ (Fixed) |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 190.4 Mpps |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 80 Gbps (via StackWise-80) |
| Operating System9 | Cisco IOS XE (Standardized across Cat 9000 family)10 |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack Mountable |
Security You Can Trust
The C9200L-24T-4X acts as a first line of defense. With AES-128 MACsec encryption, TrustSec segmentation, and hardware-anchored Secure Boot, it protects your data from the moment it enters the port.11 It is also "SD-Access ready," allowing you to automate security policies across your entire network via Cisco DNA Center.
Summary: Performance Without Compromise
If your business is outgrowing "prosumer" hardware and needs a rock-solid, 10G-ready backbone, the Cisco C9200L-24T-4X is the ideal investment. It offers the legendary reliability of Cisco IOS XE software in a package that is both affordable and easy to scale
- Total Number of Network Ports: 24
- Uplink Port: Yes
- Modular: Yes
- Stack Port: Yes
- Port/Expansion Slot Details: 24 x Gigabit Ethernet Network
$1,926.99
