Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24TS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-ME-3600X-24TS-M | Part #: ME-3600X-24TS-M | MPN: ME-3600X-24TS-M
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About the Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24TS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch
The Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24TS-M Metro Ethernet switch delivers carrier-grade performance and reliability for service providers and enterprise network engineers deploying mission-critical metro and regional networks. This managed Layer 2/Layer 3 switch combines 24 fixed 10/100/1000BASE-T copper ports with 2 dual-purpose uplink ports, enabling flexible connectivity for diverse network topologies while maintaining line-rate throughput across the entire switching fabric.
Built on Cisco IOS software, the ME-3600X-24TS-M supports comprehensive Carrier Ethernet standards including IEEE 802.1ag CFM, ITU-T Y.1731, and IEEE 802.3ah EFM OAM, ensuring carrier-class availability and fault detection. The -M designation includes full MPLS support for EoMPLS and VPLS pseudowire services, making this platform ideal for service providers offering advanced layer 2 and layer 3 VPN solutions. Advanced features include Hierarchical QoS with traffic shaping and policing, IEEE 1588v2 Precision Time Protocol for timing synchronization, and Synchronous Ethernet support. High-availability mechanisms such as Bidirectional Forwarding Detection and rapid spanning tree convergence protect against network downtime. The switch operates reliably in data center and outdoor environments with an operating temperature range of 0°C to 45°C and fits standard 1U rack-mount installations with an internal AC power supply.
Key Specifications
- Product Series: Cisco ME 3600X
- Total Fixed Copper Ports: 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45)
- Uplink Ports: 2 x Dual-Purpose (10/100/1000BASE-T or SFP)
- Layer Support: Layer 2 / Layer 3
- MPLS Support: Yes (EoMPLS, VPLS pseudowire)
- Timing & Synchronisation: IEEE 1588v2 PTP, Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE)
- Form Factor: 1U Rack-Mount
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C
For technical specifications, compatibility validation, or deployment planning, network engineers and IT procurement teams should contact Omnixon Global to request a formal quotation on the Cisco ME-3600X-24TS-M.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-ME-3600X-24TS-M |
| Part Number | ME-3600X-24TS-M |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount |
| Interface | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ME-3600X-24TS-M |
| Product Series | Cisco ME 3600X |
| Switch Type | Managed Metro Ethernet Switch |
| Total Fixed Copper Ports | 24 x 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) |
| Uplink Ports | 2 x Dual-Purpose (10/100/1000BASE-T or SFP) |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| MPLS Support | Yes (included with -M designation; EoMPLS, VPLS pseudowire) |
| Software | Cisco IOS |
| Carrier Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.1ag (CFM), ITU-T Y.1731, IEEE 802.3ah (EFM OAM) |
| VLAN Support | IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1ad (Q-in-Q Provider Bridging) |
| Spanning Tree Protocols | IEEE 802.1D (STP), IEEE 802.1w (RSTP), IEEE 802.1s (MSTP) |
| Quality of Service | Hierarchical QoS (HQoS), traffic shaping, policing, 802.1p marking |
| Timing and Synchronisation | IEEE 1588v2 Precision Time Protocol (PTP), Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) |
| High Availability | Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD), RSTP/MSTP fast convergence |
| Routing Protocols | Static routing, OSPFv2, IS-IS (IOS feature set dependent) |
| Management | CLI (SSH, Telnet), SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, Syslog, Cisco IOS EEM |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-Mount |
| Power Supply | Internal AC power supply |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24TS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch
What does the Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24TS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch do?
The Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24TS-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-24TS-M Cisco Metro Ethernet switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco ME 3600X ME-3600X-24TS-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.