Cisco Catalyst 3750 WS-C3750-24TS-S Cisco Catalyst switch

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches

SKU: CSC-WS-C3750-24TS-S | Part #: WS-C3750-24TS-S | MPN: WS-C3750-24TS-S

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The WS-C3750-24TS-S represents a deliberate choice in mid-range network architecture, particularly for organizations that have moved beyond simple access-layer switching but have not yet committed to fully modular chassis systems. Cisco's Catalyst 3750 platform operates as a fixed-configuration, stackable managed switch, and this 24-port Fast Ethernet variant sits comfortably in the deployment space where predictable throughput and reliable stacking capability matter more than raw forwarding density. Network engineers and infrastructure teams in enterprise data centres across the GCC region continue to specify this platform for branch consolidation, legacy environment modernization, and secondary access roles where the cost-per-port remains favorable against more recent alternatives.

The forwarding architecture of this Cisco platform deserves clarity, as it shapes real-world deployment expectations. The WS-C3750-24TS-S operates with a switching capacity of 8.8 Gbps and achieves a forwarding rate of 6.5 million packets per second. This is not a cut-through switching design—the platform implements store-and-forward packet processing, which introduces predictable but measurable latency in the microsecond range. For organizations building spine-leaf fabrics or hosting high-frequency trading environments where sub-microsecond latency is a hard requirement, this architecture will not meet those demands. Instead, the Catalyst 3750 excels in environments where frame inspection, security policy application, and VLAN segmentation take precedence over absolute speed. The two Gigabit SFP uplink ports provide escape routes to higher-speed infrastructure, allowing the switch to feed traffic into aggregation or distribution layers without becoming a bottleneck in most traditional hierarchical designs.

Stacking remains one of the most practical strengths of the WS-C3750-24TS-S. The Cisco StackWise interconnect technology permits up to nine units to be daisy-chained together using dedicated stack cables, presenting themselves as a single logical switch to management systems while maintaining a collective 32 Gbps of inter-unit bandwidth. This means a fully-populated nine-unit stack delivers 216 Fast Ethernet ports plus 18 Gigabit uplinks—a significant port density for access-layer consolidation without the expense or complexity of a modular chassis. Network administrators appreciate this because it reduces management overhead; one IP address, one configuration, one SNMP target for monitoring. In multi-building campuses or large office environments, stacking the Catalyst 3750 allows for staged growth, adding units incrementally rather than forking capital expenditure into a single large purchase. The platform runs Cisco IOS Software, providing a familiar command-line interface and management model for teams already invested in Cisco skill development.

Security and quality-of-service capabilities within the Catalyst 3750 line reflect late 2000s enterprise expectations. IEEE 802.1X port-based authentication gates access at the physical layer, while DHCP snooping and dynamic ARP inspection prevent common layer 2 and 3 spoofing attacks. The MAC address table accommodates 12,000 entries, sufficient for most traditional network segments, and the platform supports up to 1,005 active VLANs under the IEEE 802.1Q standard—more than adequate for segmentation in mid-sized installations. Quality of service is implemented as four egress queues per port, with DSCP and CoS marking and classification available to prioritize traffic types. These are not advanced features by today's standards, yet they remain functional for environments where voice over IP, video conferencing, or critical application traffic requires basic differentiation from background network activity. The spanning tree implementations—traditional STP, rapid RSTP (802.1w), and multiple instance MSTP (802.1s)—ensure loop-free topologies across redundant links, a necessity in any production data centre or enterprise network.

Management of the WS-C3750-24TS-S proceeds through multiple channels. Telnet and SSH CLI access provide hands-on control for configuration and troubleshooting, while SNMP versions 1, 2c, and 3 allow for integration with monitoring platforms and network management systems common in large organizations. HTTP and HTTPS web interfaces offer a graphical option, though most experienced network operations teams prefer the CLI for repeatability and auditability. The 1U form factor and 19-inch rack compatibility ensure physical integration into standard data centre infrastructure without special mounting brackets or space-planning complications. In the field, infrastructure teams deploying the Catalyst 3750 often position it at the distribution layer of a three-tier network design or as a primary access switch in smaller facilities, feeding uplinks into a higher-performance aggregation point.

Performance Specifications and Interface Details

• 24 Fast Ethernet ports (10/100 Mbps) with dual Gigabit SFP uplink ports for hierarchical network feeds
• Switching capacity of 8.8 Gbps and forwarding rate of 6.5 Mpps with store-and-forward packet processing
• StackWise technology supporting up to nine units with 32 Gbps inter-stack bandwidth for consolidated management
• 12,000 MAC address table entries and support for up to 1,005 active VLANs using IEEE 802.1Q tagging
• Comprehensive layer 2 switching with STP, RSTP, and MSTP for redundancy and loop prevention
• Port-based IEEE 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, and IP source guard for access control
• Four egress queues per port with DSCP and CoS-based QoS classification for traffic prioritization
• Multiple management interfaces including CLI via SSH/Telnet, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, and HTTP/HTTPS web access

Omnixon Global maintains stock of the Cisco Catalyst 3750 WS-C3750-24TS-S across our UAE distribution centre and supply chains into Asia and Europe, serving data centre operators, systems integrators, and enterprise IT teams throughout the GCC region. Whether your organization is undertaking a network refresh, consolidating access-layer infrastructure, or integrating secondary campus switching, we can deliver this platform with the technical support and partnership commitment you expect from an established regional distributor. Contact our sales team with your requirements and quantities for a formal quotation.