Catalyst 9200L C9200L-24T-4X-E 24-Port with 10G Uplinks

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches

SKU: CISCO-C9200L-24T-4X-E-CATALYST-9200L-24-10G | Part #: CISCO-C9200L-24T-4X-E-CATALYST-9200L-24-10G

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The Catalyst 9200L C9200L-24T-4X-E delivers 24 ports of Gigabit Ethernet on the downlink paired with 4 ports of 10G SFP+ capacity on the uplink, making it a workhorse for mid-market data centres and enterprise campus networks that need straightforward speed without unnecessary complexity. This fixed 1U form factor Cisco platform achieves a switching fabric of 128 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 95.2 million packets per second, delivering the throughput that network engineers expect when they spec out a platform built on the Catalyst 9200L architecture. The C9200L-24T-4X-E is not designed for hyperscale cloud operators; it's built for organisations running conventional three-tier networks where a reliable, manageable access or distribution layer switch matters far more than exotic port counts.

Cisco's StackWise-160 technology allows up to eight units of the C9200L-24T-4X-E to cluster together with 160 Gbps of dedicated stack bandwidth, presenting a single management plane to your network administration team while avoiding the complexity and cost of a full modular chassis. This stacking capability is where the real value emerges for growing enterprises—your team can start with one or two switches and scale without forklift upgrades. The 32,768 MAC address table and support for 4,094 VLANs give network architects the breathing room to segment traffic, enforce policy, and isolate broadcast domains across departments, remote offices, and service tiers without running into hardware limits in a typical mid-market environment. The platform runs Cisco IOS XE, the same operating system powering far more expensive Catalyst models, so your network operations staff won't face a context switch when they move between access and core layers.

Security integration is baked into the hardware rather than bolted on as an afterthought. The C9200L-24T-4X-E implements MACsec encryption (IEEE 802.1AE) at 128-bit strength on every one of the 24 downlink ports, protecting layer 2 frames as they traverse the access network—a feature that matters in regulated industries and environments where data in motion attracts compliance scrutiny. Static routing and RIPv2 are available for layer 3 operations, though most deployments will rely on this platform as an access or distribution switch feeding higher-tier routing platforms. The switch supports jumbo frames up to 9,198 bytes, accommodating storage networks and video transport streams without fragmentation overhead. When network engineers and IT infrastructure teams evaluate the part number C9200L-24T-4X-E, they're typically looking for a platform that balances cost, performance, and operational simplicity in environments where they already trust Cisco's command-line interface and management philosophy.

Management and observability rely on industry-standard tools and open protocols. The C9200L-24T-4X-E integrates with Cisco DNA Center for policy-driven network automation, supports NETCONF and YANG for model-driven configuration, and responds to RESTCONF calls from third-party orchestration platforms. SNMP v1, v2c, and v3 are all supported for legacy network monitoring systems, and Syslog export sends real-time event streams to security information and event management (SIEM) platforms. This multi-protocol approach means you're not locked into a single vendor's management stack—if your data centre already runs Nagios, Prometheus, or Elastic Stack for observability, the C9200L-24T-4X-E will fit into that ecosystem without friction. The Catalyst 9200L series has earned trust in thousands of enterprise deployments precisely because it doesn't demand a complete overhaul of existing operational tooling.

Reliability is quantified in the 375,802-hour mean time between failures rating, a conservative figure Cisco publishes based on field failure data and component testing. Power redundancy is available through external connection to Cisco's RPS 2300 redundant power supply, allowing non-stop operation even during scheduled power maintenance or unexpected supply failures. The operating temperature range of 0°C to 45°C suits standard data centre and enterprise closet environments without requiring exotic cooling, and the storage tolerance of −25°C to 70°C means hardware can survive harsh transit conditions through Middle Eastern summer logistics routes. For organisations across the GCC seeking a proven, vendor-supported switching platform that won't require constant troubleshooting or certification headaches, the C9200L-24T-4X-E represents a low-risk, high-availability choice.

Interface & Connectivity Specifications

• 24 x 1/10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports (RJ-45) on downlink for server and end-device connections
• 4 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports supporting both copper (10GBASE-T) and fibre (10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR) optics
• StackWise-160 clustering supports up to 8 units with 160 Gbps inter-switch bandwidth for scalable, unified management
• 128 Gbps non-blocking switching fabric with 95.2 Mpps forwarding throughput for sustained, predictable performance
• MACsec hardware encryption on all 24 downlink ports to protect layer 2 traffic without CPU overhead
• Support for 4,094 VLANs and 32,768 MAC address table entries for granular network segmentation and traffic isolation
• Jumbo frame support up to 9,198 bytes to eliminate fragmentation in storage and multimedia workflows
• Cisco IOS XE operating system with NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, and Syslog for multi-vendor orchestration

Omnixon Global holds stock of the Catalyst 9200L C9200L-24T-4X-E across our UAE distribution centre and maintains relationships with Cisco's regional support teams to ensure fast lead times and warranty coverage throughout the GCC, South Asia, and Europe. Whether your organisation is building a new data centre in Dubai, expanding network capacity across multiple Saudi offices, or refreshing aging switching infrastructure in your Kuwait operations centre, we stock this platform in quantity and deliver with full manufacturer support. Contact our enterprise network sales team to discuss your switching requirements, request a formal quotation, or arrange a technical briefing with your engineering staff.