Cisco Catalyst 9300-24P-A Advantage License 24-Port PoE+ Switch
Cisco C9300-24P-A Access Enterprise Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 9300-24P-A is a 1 RU fixed-access enterprise switch optimized for U.S. campus and branch deployments—from powering PoE+ security cameras in Chicago transit systems to driving Wi-Fi 6 access points in Silicon Valley tech campuses.
As part of the Catalyst 9000 family running Cisco IOS XE with the Network Advantage license, it features 24 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 RJ-45 PoE+ downlinks and a hot-swappable network-module slot for 1 GbE/10 GbE/40 GbE uplinks, backed by an x86 CPU and Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC for secure, programmable, cloud-ready performance.
Overview
Highlights
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24 × 10/100/1000 PoE+ Ports
Up to 30 W per port with a 445 W default PoE+ budget (upgradeable to 720 W) for IP cameras, phones, and APs. -
Flexible Uplink Expansion
One network-module slot supports C9300-NM-4G (4×1 GbE), C9300-NM-8X (8×10 GbE), or C9300-NM-2Q (2×40 GbE) modules. -
Wire-Speed Switching
208 Gbps non-blocking switch fabric and 154.76 Mpps forwarding rate ensure no bottlenecks for east-west traffic. -
StackWise-480 Stacking
Up to eight switches with 480 Gbps bidirectional stacking bandwidth and sub-50 ms failover via NSF/SSO and cross-stack EtherChannel. -
Enterprise-Grade Security
Line-rate AES-256 MACsec, Secure Boot with Trust Anchor Module, 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, and scalable ACLs. -
Advanced Programmability & Telemetry
NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI, NX-API/Python SDK, on-box scripting, and streaming telemetry integrate with Cisco DNA Center or Meraki Dashboard for zero-touch automation. -
Energy-Efficient Design
IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet and low-power fan management help meet U.S. sustainability goals.
Recommended Accessories
| Accessory | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|
| C9300-NM-4G | Network Module | 4×1 GbE SFP uplinks for compact fiber aggregation |
| C9300-NM-8X | Network Module | 8×10 GbE SFP+ uplinks for high-speed campus backbone |
| C9300-NM-2Q | Network Module | 2×40 GbE QSFP+ uplinks for ultra-high-speed aggregation |
| PWR-C1-715WAC-P | Power Supply | 715 W AC platinum PSU (default for PoE+ models) |
| PWR-C1-1100WAC-P | Power Supply | 1,100 W AC platinum PSU for extended PoE+ (720 W) |
| FAN-T2= | Fan Module | Field-replaceable fan tray with N+1 redundancy |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | C9300-24P-A | C9300-24P-E | C9300-24T-A |
|---|---|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 24×1 GbE PoE+ | 24×1 GbE PoE+ | 24×1 GbE data-only |
| License | Network Advantage | Network Essentials | Network Advantage |
| Default PSU | 715 W AC | 715 W AC | 350 W AC |
| Available PoE | 445 W (upgradable to 720 W) | 445 W (upgradable to 720 W) | N/A |
| Switching Capacity | 208 Gbps full-duplex | 208 Gbps full-duplex | 208 Gbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding Rate | 154.76 Mpps | 154.76 Mpps | 154.76 Mpps |
| Stacking | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Code | C9300-24P-A |
| Description | Catalyst 9300 24-port 1 GbE PoE+, Network Advantage license |
| Software | Cisco IOS XE with Network Advantage |
| Downlink Ports | 24 × 10/100/1000 RJ-45 PoE+ auto-sensing |
| Uplink Expansion | 1 × modular slot (C9300-NM-4G/8X/2Q) |
| Default Power Supply | 1 × PWR-C1-715WAC-P (715 W AC) |
| Available PoE Budget | 445 W (30 W per port), upgradeable to 720 W with PWR-C1-1100WAC-P |
| Switching Capacity | 208 Gbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding Performance | 154.76 Mpps (64-byte packets); 511.90 Mpps in a StackWise-480 stack |
| Stacking | StackWise-480; up to 8 switches; 480 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth |
| MAC Address Table | Up to 32,000 entries |
| IPv4 Routes | Up to 32,000 (24,000 direct + 8,000 indirect) |
| IPv6 Routes | Up to 16,000 entries |
| Multicast Routing | Up to 8,000 groups |
| QoS Scale Entries | Up to 5,120 entries |
| ACL Scale Entries | Up to 5,120 entries |
| Packet Buffer | 16 MB |
| Flexible NetFlow | Up to 64,000 flows |
| DRAM / Flash | 8 GB DDR4 DRAM; 16 GB flash |
| CPU & ASIC | Multicore x86 CPU; Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, Web UI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, NETCONF/RESTCONF, NX-API, USB/mini-USB console; Cisco DNA Center/Meraki Dashboard integration |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 1.73″ × 17.5″ × 19.2″ (4.4 × 44.5 × 48.8 cm) |
| Weight (with PSU) | 16.33 lb (7.4 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 32 °F to 113 °F (0 °C to 45 °C) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Certifications & Compliance | UL 60950-1; CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1; EN 60950-1; IEC 60950-1; AS/NZS 60950.1 |
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$2,037.00Cisco Catalyst 9300-24P-A Advantage License 24-Port PoE+ Switch
Cisco C9300-24P-A Access Enterprise Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 9300-24P-A is a 1 RU fixed-access enterprise switch optimized for U.S. campus and branch deployments—from powering PoE+ security cameras in Chicago transit systems to driving Wi-Fi 6 access points in Silicon Valley tech campuses.
As part of the Catalyst 9000 family running Cisco IOS XE with the Network Advantage license, it features 24 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 RJ-45 PoE+ downlinks and a hot-swappable network-module slot for 1 GbE/10 GbE/40 GbE uplinks, backed by an x86 CPU and Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC for secure, programmable, cloud-ready performance.
Overview
Highlights
-
24 × 10/100/1000 PoE+ Ports
Up to 30 W per port with a 445 W default PoE+ budget (upgradeable to 720 W) for IP cameras, phones, and APs. -
Flexible Uplink Expansion
One network-module slot supports C9300-NM-4G (4×1 GbE), C9300-NM-8X (8×10 GbE), or C9300-NM-2Q (2×40 GbE) modules. -
Wire-Speed Switching
208 Gbps non-blocking switch fabric and 154.76 Mpps forwarding rate ensure no bottlenecks for east-west traffic. -
StackWise-480 Stacking
Up to eight switches with 480 Gbps bidirectional stacking bandwidth and sub-50 ms failover via NSF/SSO and cross-stack EtherChannel. -
Enterprise-Grade Security
Line-rate AES-256 MACsec, Secure Boot with Trust Anchor Module, 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, and scalable ACLs. -
Advanced Programmability & Telemetry
NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI, NX-API/Python SDK, on-box scripting, and streaming telemetry integrate with Cisco DNA Center or Meraki Dashboard for zero-touch automation. -
Energy-Efficient Design
IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet and low-power fan management help meet U.S. sustainability goals.
Recommended Accessories
| Accessory | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|
| C9300-NM-4G | Network Module | 4×1 GbE SFP uplinks for compact fiber aggregation |
| C9300-NM-8X | Network Module | 8×10 GbE SFP+ uplinks for high-speed campus backbone |
| C9300-NM-2Q | Network Module | 2×40 GbE QSFP+ uplinks for ultra-high-speed aggregation |
| PWR-C1-715WAC-P | Power Supply | 715 W AC platinum PSU (default for PoE+ models) |
| PWR-C1-1100WAC-P | Power Supply | 1,100 W AC platinum PSU for extended PoE+ (720 W) |
| FAN-T2= | Fan Module | Field-replaceable fan tray with N+1 redundancy |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | C9300-24P-A | C9300-24P-E | C9300-24T-A |
|---|---|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 24×1 GbE PoE+ | 24×1 GbE PoE+ | 24×1 GbE data-only |
| License | Network Advantage | Network Essentials | Network Advantage |
| Default PSU | 715 W AC | 715 W AC | 350 W AC |
| Available PoE | 445 W (upgradable to 720 W) | 445 W (upgradable to 720 W) | N/A |
| Switching Capacity | 208 Gbps full-duplex | 208 Gbps full-duplex | 208 Gbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding Rate | 154.76 Mpps | 154.76 Mpps | 154.76 Mpps |
| Stacking | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Code | C9300-24P-A |
| Description | Catalyst 9300 24-port 1 GbE PoE+, Network Advantage license |
| Software | Cisco IOS XE with Network Advantage |
| Downlink Ports | 24 × 10/100/1000 RJ-45 PoE+ auto-sensing |
| Uplink Expansion | 1 × modular slot (C9300-NM-4G/8X/2Q) |
| Default Power Supply | 1 × PWR-C1-715WAC-P (715 W AC) |
| Available PoE Budget | 445 W (30 W per port), upgradeable to 720 W with PWR-C1-1100WAC-P |
| Switching Capacity | 208 Gbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding Performance | 154.76 Mpps (64-byte packets); 511.90 Mpps in a StackWise-480 stack |
| Stacking | StackWise-480; up to 8 switches; 480 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth |
| MAC Address Table | Up to 32,000 entries |
| IPv4 Routes | Up to 32,000 (24,000 direct + 8,000 indirect) |
| IPv6 Routes | Up to 16,000 entries |
| Multicast Routing | Up to 8,000 groups |
| QoS Scale Entries | Up to 5,120 entries |
| ACL Scale Entries | Up to 5,120 entries |
| Packet Buffer | 16 MB |
| Flexible NetFlow | Up to 64,000 flows |
| DRAM / Flash | 8 GB DDR4 DRAM; 16 GB flash |
| CPU & ASIC | Multicore x86 CPU; Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, Web UI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, NETCONF/RESTCONF, NX-API, USB/mini-USB console; Cisco DNA Center/Meraki Dashboard integration |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 1.73″ × 17.5″ × 19.2″ (4.4 × 44.5 × 48.8 cm) |
| Weight (with PSU) | 16.33 lb (7.4 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 32 °F to 113 °F (0 °C to 45 °C) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Certifications & Compliance | UL 60950-1; CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1; EN 60950-1; IEC 60950-1; AS/NZS 60950.1 |
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100% Low Price Guarantee
Network-switch.com provides high-quality products at low wholesale prices
100% Quality Assurance
All items are ORIGINAL and GENUINE only.
Item conditions are "New Sealed". They are fully tested by CCIE Engineers.
Free Technical Support
Our FREE Expert Consultancy Support is over the phone, by chat, by email or by login remotely.
100% Money Back Guarantee
You can contact our customer service team to exchange or return any product that you bought from us.
Flexible Secure Payment & Shipment
Verified authorization: Mcafee Secure, VeriSign Secured
Return Material Authorization (RMA) Process
Standard Warranty Policy
Original New Sealed Enterprise Hardware: 3 Years
Original New Sealed Consumer Devices: 1 Year
The Support Contacts
If your Cisco products failed, you must contact your sales representative to verify product failure. If the problem still can't correct by remote support methods i.e. email or phone support, the RMA procedure will issue.
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Description
Cisco C9300-24P-A Access Enterprise Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 9300-24P-A is a 1 RU fixed-access enterprise switch optimized for U.S. campus and branch deployments—from powering PoE+ security cameras in Chicago transit systems to driving Wi-Fi 6 access points in Silicon Valley tech campuses.
As part of the Catalyst 9000 family running Cisco IOS XE with the Network Advantage license, it features 24 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 RJ-45 PoE+ downlinks and a hot-swappable network-module slot for 1 GbE/10 GbE/40 GbE uplinks, backed by an x86 CPU and Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC for secure, programmable, cloud-ready performance.
Overview
Highlights
-
24 × 10/100/1000 PoE+ Ports
Up to 30 W per port with a 445 W default PoE+ budget (upgradeable to 720 W) for IP cameras, phones, and APs. -
Flexible Uplink Expansion
One network-module slot supports C9300-NM-4G (4×1 GbE), C9300-NM-8X (8×10 GbE), or C9300-NM-2Q (2×40 GbE) modules. -
Wire-Speed Switching
208 Gbps non-blocking switch fabric and 154.76 Mpps forwarding rate ensure no bottlenecks for east-west traffic. -
StackWise-480 Stacking
Up to eight switches with 480 Gbps bidirectional stacking bandwidth and sub-50 ms failover via NSF/SSO and cross-stack EtherChannel. -
Enterprise-Grade Security
Line-rate AES-256 MACsec, Secure Boot with Trust Anchor Module, 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, and scalable ACLs. -
Advanced Programmability & Telemetry
NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI, NX-API/Python SDK, on-box scripting, and streaming telemetry integrate with Cisco DNA Center or Meraki Dashboard for zero-touch automation. -
Energy-Efficient Design
IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet and low-power fan management help meet U.S. sustainability goals.
Recommended Accessories
| Accessory | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|
| C9300-NM-4G | Network Module | 4×1 GbE SFP uplinks for compact fiber aggregation |
| C9300-NM-8X | Network Module | 8×10 GbE SFP+ uplinks for high-speed campus backbone |
| C9300-NM-2Q | Network Module | 2×40 GbE QSFP+ uplinks for ultra-high-speed aggregation |
| PWR-C1-715WAC-P | Power Supply | 715 W AC platinum PSU (default for PoE+ models) |
| PWR-C1-1100WAC-P | Power Supply | 1,100 W AC platinum PSU for extended PoE+ (720 W) |
| FAN-T2= | Fan Module | Field-replaceable fan tray with N+1 redundancy |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | C9300-24P-A | C9300-24P-E | C9300-24T-A |
|---|---|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 24×1 GbE PoE+ | 24×1 GbE PoE+ | 24×1 GbE data-only |
| License | Network Advantage | Network Essentials | Network Advantage |
| Default PSU | 715 W AC | 715 W AC | 350 W AC |
| Available PoE | 445 W (upgradable to 720 W) | 445 W (upgradable to 720 W) | N/A |
| Switching Capacity | 208 Gbps full-duplex | 208 Gbps full-duplex | 208 Gbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding Rate | 154.76 Mpps | 154.76 Mpps | 154.76 Mpps |
| Stacking | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) | StackWise-480 (480 Gbps) |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Code | C9300-24P-A |
| Description | Catalyst 9300 24-port 1 GbE PoE+, Network Advantage license |
| Software | Cisco IOS XE with Network Advantage |
| Downlink Ports | 24 × 10/100/1000 RJ-45 PoE+ auto-sensing |
| Uplink Expansion | 1 × modular slot (C9300-NM-4G/8X/2Q) |
| Default Power Supply | 1 × PWR-C1-715WAC-P (715 W AC) |
| Available PoE Budget | 445 W (30 W per port), upgradeable to 720 W with PWR-C1-1100WAC-P |
| Switching Capacity | 208 Gbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding Performance | 154.76 Mpps (64-byte packets); 511.90 Mpps in a StackWise-480 stack |
| Stacking | StackWise-480; up to 8 switches; 480 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth |
| MAC Address Table | Up to 32,000 entries |
| IPv4 Routes | Up to 32,000 (24,000 direct + 8,000 indirect) |
| IPv6 Routes | Up to 16,000 entries |
| Multicast Routing | Up to 8,000 groups |
| QoS Scale Entries | Up to 5,120 entries |
| ACL Scale Entries | Up to 5,120 entries |
| Packet Buffer | 16 MB |
| Flexible NetFlow | Up to 64,000 flows |
| DRAM / Flash | 8 GB DDR4 DRAM; 16 GB flash |
| CPU & ASIC | Multicore x86 CPU; Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, Web UI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, NETCONF/RESTCONF, NX-API, USB/mini-USB console; Cisco DNA Center/Meraki Dashboard integration |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 1.73″ × 17.5″ × 19.2″ (4.4 × 44.5 × 48.8 cm) |
| Weight (with PSU) | 16.33 lb (7.4 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 32 °F to 113 °F (0 °C to 45 °C) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Certifications & Compliance | UL 60950-1; CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1; EN 60950-1; IEC 60950-1; AS/NZS 60950.1 |
More Details
Quality Certifications
Warranty
100% Low Price Guarantee
Network-switch.com provides high-quality products at low wholesale prices
100% Quality Assurance
All items are ORIGINAL and GENUINE only.
Item conditions are "New Sealed". They are fully tested by CCIE Engineers.
Free Technical Support
Our FREE Expert Consultancy Support is over the phone, by chat, by email or by login remotely.
100% Money Back Guarantee
You can contact our customer service team to exchange or return any product that you bought from us.
Flexible Secure Payment & Shipment
Verified authorization: Mcafee Secure, VeriSign Secured
Return Material Authorization (RMA) Process
Standard Warranty Policy
Original New Sealed Enterprise Hardware: 3 Years
Original New Sealed Consumer Devices: 1 Year
The Support Contacts
If your Cisco products failed, you must contact your sales representative to verify product failure. If the problem still can't correct by remote support methods i.e. email or phone support, the RMA procedure will issue.
