Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24FS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-ME-3600X-24FS-M | Part #: ME-3600X-24FS-M | MPN: ME-3600X-24FS-M
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About the Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24FS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch
The Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24FS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch from Cisco is enterprise-grade Network Switches hardware built for data centers. It features Rack-Mount form factor, Gigabit Ethernet interface. The Cisco ME 3600X-24FS-M is a fixed-configuration Metro Ethernet access switch designed for service provider and enterprise network edge deployments requiring high-density fiber connectivity and robust traffic management. Built on Cisco's Metro Ethernet platform, this switch delivers carrier-grade Ethernet services with support for IEEE 802.1ad (Q-in-Q) VLAN stacking, hierarchical QoS (HQoS), and Ethernet OAM standards including IEEE 802.3ah and ITU-T Y.1731, enabling end-to Available in brand new condition. Cisco network switches products are trusted by enterprises and data centers worldwide. Available from Omnixon Global. Contact our sales team to request a quote.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-ME-3600X-24FS-M |
| Part Number | ME-3600X-24FS-M |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount |
| Interface | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ME-3600X-24FS-M |
| Product Series | Cisco ME 3600X |
| Switch Type | Managed Metro Ethernet Access Switch |
| Total SFP Ports | 24 x 100/1000 Mbps SFP fiber ports |
| Uplink Ports | 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports |
| Management Port | 1 x RJ-45 10/100 out-of-band management port |
| Switching Capacity | 48 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 35.7 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table Size | 16,000 entries |
| VLAN Support | 4,094 VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q); IEEE 802.1ad Q-in-Q VLAN stacking |
| Layer 3 Routing | IPv4 static routing, OSPF, BGP; IPv6 routing support |
| MPLS Support | MPLS, EoMPLS, VPLS, MPLS Traffic Engineering |
| QoS | Hierarchical QoS (HQoS); 8 egress queues per port; MEF bandwidth profiles |
| OAM Standards | IEEE 802.3ah Ethernet OAM; ITU-T Y.1731 performance monitoring; IEEE 802.1ag CFM |
| Resiliency Protocols | ITU-T G.8032 Ethernet Ring Protection Switching; RSTP (IEEE 802.1w); MSTP (IEEE 802.1s) |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant AC or DC power supply options supported |
| Form Factor | 1 RU rack-mountable |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.75 x 17.5 x 16.9 inches (44.5 x 444.5 x 429.3 mm) |
| Software | Cisco IOS with Metro IP Access feature set |
| Standards Compliance | MEF 9, MEF 14; IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1ad, 802.1ag, 802.3ah; ITU-T Y.1731, G.8032 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24FS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch
What does the Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24FS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch do?
The Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24FS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24FS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24FS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.