Cisco WS-C3850-24XU-L Catalyst 3850 Series Switch

The Cisco WS-C3850-24XU-L Catalyst switch is a high-performance, managed Layer 3 Ethernet switch designed for enterprise network infrastructure, combining strong switching with built‑in wireless controller functionality for access-layer deployments. It delivers 24 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet UPOE ports with a PoE budget of up to 60 W per port, and it supports modular uplinks for flexible network design. With up to 92 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 68.4 Mpps, it handles enterprise traffic efficiently while enabling centralized management, VLAN segmentation, and reliable traffic handling across large networks. The device runs the IP Services feature set, includes integrated wireless controller capability, and supports Cisco StackWise-480 for easy stacking; management is via CLI, SNMP, and Cisco network management tools. Security features include 802.1X authentication, ACL support, and port security, and the unit is rack-mountable with an internal modular power supply for enterprise deployments such as corporate offices, campuses, and large branch sites requiring high-power PoE and advanced switching capabilities.