CISCO WS-C3850-24XS-E – Cisco Catalyst 3850 24 Port 10G Fiber Switch IP Services

Detailed Description:

The CISCO WS-C3850-24XS-E heralds a new era in high-speed enterprise networking, offering 24 SFP+ ports with 10G connectivity, designed to meet the rigorous demands of expansive and data-intensive networks. This model benefits from the advanced IP Services license, enabling a broad spectrum of enterprise-grade features for optimized Layer 3 routing, including Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), and comprehensive multicast services. The switch’s performance is supercharged by Cisco’s StackWise-480 technology, facilitating up to nine units’ integration into a single, manageable entity. At its core, the UADP ASIC drives robust application processing capabilities, ensuring resilience and efficiency. The WS-C3850-24XS-E is not just about raw throughput; it encapsulates wireless connectivity management for a holistic networking approach, thereby supporting a substantial number of wireless clients and access points. Security features are extensive, including advanced encryption, role-based access control, and various threat detection mechanisms, ensuring the integrity and safety of the network infrastructure. Its adoption of Cisco’s EnergyWise technology also ensures that the switch contributes to significant energy savings, aligning with sustainability goals.