Cisco WS-C3560-24PS-S Layer 3 PoE Network Switch

The Cisco WS-C3560-24PS-S Catalyst switch provides managed Layer 3 switching and Power over Ethernet for enterprise access-layer deployments in offices, campuses, and branch sites. It features 24 × 10/100 Fast Ethernet PoE ports and 2 × Gigabit Ethernet SFP uplinks, with IEEE 802.3af PoE and a total PoE budget up to 370 W, making it suitable to power IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance devices. With up to 32 Gbps switching capacity and forwarding rates up to 6.5 Mpps, it runs IP Base software and supports VLAN tagging (IEEE 802.1Q) plus security features like 802.1X, ACLs, and port security, accessible via CLI, SNMP, and Cisco management tools. Designed as a rack-mountable, internal AC powered switch, it is commonly used to upgrade or replace legacy Catalyst platforms in offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and retail environments; common replacements include the C9200L-24P-4G-E.