Overview
Overview of Cisco Catalyst C9200-24P-A 24-Port PoE+ Network Advantage Switch | Like New
The Cisco Catalyst C9200-24P-A 24-Port PoE+ Network Advantage Switch offers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities in a small 1RU form factor by combining modular uplinks, StackWise-160 stacking and the Network Advantage software license. It is intended for mid-market deployments, branch offices and campus access that need intent-based networking, full PoE+ power and high availability. The C9200-24P-A can power wireless access points, IP phones, security cameras and IoT devices while offering flexible aggregation paths thanks to its 24 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, modular 1G/10G/25G/40G uplink options and up to 740W PoE budget with dual power supplies. For contemporary SD-Access environments, the Network Advantage license enables sophisticated routing, segmentation and automation features.
Key Features of Cisco Catalyst C9200-24P-A 24-Port PoE+ Network Advantage Switch
• 24 × 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports support up to 30W per port for IP phones, access points, cameras and IoT endpoints.
• Modular uplink slot supports optional 4×1G, 2×10G, 2×25G, or 2×40G network modules for flexible aggregation.
• StackWise-160 technology enables stacking of up to eight switches with 160 Gbps stacking bandwidth for simplified management.
• Network Advantage software license includes full Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing, advanced QoS and automation capabilities.
• Supports OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS, PBR, and VRF-Lite for scalable enterprise routing designs.
• VXLAN and multicast routing support enable overlay networks and efficient multicast distribution.
• Cisco TrustSec, Secure Boot, Trust Anchor, and 128-bit MACsec encryption provide hardware-based security.
• Full Flexible NetFlow (FNF) with up to 16,000 flows enables detailed traffic visibility and monitoring.
• Redundant, field-replaceable power supplies and fans support high availability and easier maintenance.
• Default PoE budget of 370W, expandable to 740W with a second higher-capacity power supply.
• 128 Gbps switching capacity and up to 190.4 Mpps forwarding rate support wire-speed traffic handling.
• 32,000-entry MAC address table and up to 4,096 VLAN IDs support large, segmented networks.
• Jumbo frame support up to 9,198 bytes improves efficiency for storage and large data transfers.
• Cisco DNA Center integration and Plug-and-Play (PnP) simplify deployment and policy-based automation.
• Cisco IOS XE with model-driven programmability and streaming telemetry supports automation and monitoring.
• 8 egress queues per port and advanced QoS enable granular traffic prioritization.
• Supports Cisco SD-Access for policy-based segmentation and simplified operations.
• 1RU rack-mountable chassis fits standard equipment racks and enclosures.
Benefits of Cisco Catalyst C9200-24P-A 24-Port PoE+ Network Advantage Switch
🗹 Powers up to 24 PoE+ devices from a single switch, reducing the need for separate power adapters and outlets.
🗹 Supports dense deployments of Wi-Fi access points, IP phones, cameras and IoT sensors with up to 740W PoE budget.
🗹 Provides flexible uplink options through modular 1G/10G/25G/40G modules to match aggregation requirements.
🗹 Simplifies network scaling by stacking up to eight switches into a single logical unit with 160 Gbps backplane.
🗹 Delivers advanced Layer 3 routing at the access layer for resilient, scalable campus and branch designs.
🗹 Enables overlay networking and efficient multicast with VXLAN and multicast routing support.
🗹 Strengthens network security with TrustSec, Secure Boot, Trust Anchor and hardware-based MACsec encryption.
🗹 Improves visibility and troubleshooting with Flexible NetFlow and streaming telemetry.
🗹 Increases uptime through redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans.
🗹 Integrates with Cisco DNA Center for intent-based networking, policy automation and network assurance.
🗹 Reduces deployment time with Plug-and-Play zero-touch provisioning for new sites and replacements.
🗹 Supports modern SD-Access architectures with policy-based segmentation and centralized management.
Specifications
Specifications for Cisco Catalyst C9200-24P-A 24-Port PoE+ Network Advantage Switch | Like New
| Manufacturer | Cisco |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9200-24P-A |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst C9200-24P-A 24-Port PoE+ Network Advantage Switch |
| Product Type | Networking Switch |
| Product family | Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series |
| Device type | Layer 3 enterprise access switch |
| Software license | Network Advantage |
| Total downlink ports | 24 × 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ |
| PoE standard | IEEE 802.3af (PoE), IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| PoE power per port | Up to 30W per port |
| Default PoE budget | 370W with single 600W power supply |
| Maximum PoE budget | 740W with dual higher-capacity power supplies |
| Uplink configuration | Modular uplink slot |
| Supported uplink modules | C9200-NM-4G (4×1G), C9200-NM-4X (4×10G), C9200-NM-2Q (2×40G), C9200-NM-2Y (2×25G) |
| Default uplink module (typical) | C9200-NM-4G (4×1G SFP) |
| Switching capacity (standalone) | 128 Gbps to 176 Gbps, depending on uplink configuration and source |
| Switching capacity (with stacking) | Up to 288 Gbps to 392 Gbps, depending on configuration and source |
| Forwarding rate (standalone) | 95.23 Mpps to 130 Mpps, depending on configuration and source |
| Forwarding rate (with stacking) | Up to 214 Mpps to 292 Mpps, depending on configuration and source |
| Stacking technology | StackWise-160 |
| Stacking bandwidth | 160 Gbps |
| Maximum stack members | Up to 8 switches |
| MAC address table | 32,000 entries |
| VLAN IDs | Up to 4,096 VLANs |
| Jumbo frames | Up to 9,198 bytes |
| QoS queues | 8 egress queues per port |
| Layer 2 features | VLANs, STP/RSTP/MSTP, EtherChannel, LACP, LLDP, CDP |
| Layer 3 routing | Static routing, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS, PBR, VRF-Lite |
| Multicast routing | PIM Sparse Mode, IGMP Snooping, MLD Snooping |
| VXLAN support | Supported |
| Security features | Cisco TrustSec, Secure Boot, Trust Anchor, MACsec (128-bit), ACLs |
| Flow monitoring | Flexible NetFlow (up to 16,000 flows) |
| Management interfaces | Console (RJ45), USB console, Ethernet management port |
| Automation | Cisco DNA Center, Plug-and-Play (PnP), Cisco IOS XE programmability |
| Telemetry | Model-driven streaming telemetry |
| Power supply slots | 2 |
| Supported power supplies | 125W, 600W, 1000W AC power supplies |
| Default power supply | Typically 600W AC (PWR-C5-600WAC or PWR-C6-600WAC) |
| Redundant power | Supported with dual power supplies |
| Fan configuration | 2 field-replaceable fans |
| Form factor | 1RU rack-mountable |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | Approximately 1.73 × 17.5 × 13.8 in (4.4 × 44.5 × 35.0 cm) base chassis |
| Dimensions with fan/FRU | Approximately 1.73 × 17.5 × 15.4 in (4.4 × 44.5 × 39.1 cm) |
| Weight | Approximately 10–12 lb (4.5–5.4 kg), depending on power supply and configuration |
| AC input voltage | 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Storage temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Operating humidity | 10% to 90%, noncondensing |
| Storage humidity | 5% to 95%, noncondensing |
| Operating altitude | Up to 3,000 m (9,843 ft) |
| Storage altitude | Up to 4,570 m (15,000 ft) |
| MTBF | Varies by configuration and power supply |
| Regulatory compliance | FCC, CE, UL, CB, and applicable regional certifications |
User Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Cisco Catalyst C9200-24P-A 24-Port PoE+ Network Advantage Switch
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
How many Ethernet ports does the Cisco C9200-24P-A have?
It provides 24 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ access ports, giving organizations connectivity and power for compatible network endpoints.
Does every access port support PoE+?
Yes. Cisco identifies the C9200-24P as a 24-port full PoE+ model.
What is the standard PoE budget?
With its default 600W AC primary power supply, the C9200-24P provides up to 370W of available PoE power.
Can the PoE budget be increased?
Yes. A compatible secondary power supply can increase the available PoE budget to 740W.
Does the C9200-24P-A support redundant power?
Yes. The chassis provides two power-supply slots, allowing a compatible secondary power supply to be added for redundancy and additional PoE capacity.
What does the “A” in C9200-24P-A mean?
The “A” identifies this SKU as the Network Advantage version of the C9200-24P. Cisco also offers a Network Essentials version identified by the “-E” suffix.
Is the C9200-24P-A stackable?
Yes. The switch supports Cisco StackWise-160 stacking technology.
What is the stacking bandwidth?
Cisco specifies up to 160 Gbps of stacking bandwidth for C9200 modular-uplink models such as the C9200-24P-A.
Does it have fixed uplink ports?
No. The C9200-24P is a modular-uplink model, allowing the uplink configuration to be selected separately according to deployment needs.
Is the uplink module included?
An uplink network module should not be assumed to be included with the base switch. Cisco lists network modules separately in its ordering documentation, so the exact configured package should be verified before purchase.
What devices can be powered by this switch?
Typical PoE+ applications include compatible VoIP phones, wireless access points, IP surveillance cameras and other IEEE PoE-powered network devices.
Does the C9200-24P-A support Perpetual PoE?
Yes. Cisco states that Catalyst 9200 Series switches support Perpetual PoE, which can maintain PoE power to endpoints during supported switch reload scenarios.
What is Fast PoE?
Fast PoE allows the switch to begin delivering power to connected endpoints after power restoration without waiting for the switch operating system to complete its full startup process.
What operating system does it use?
Catalyst 9200 Series switches run Cisco IOS XE, Cisco's enterprise network operating platform.
Is the switch rack-mountable?
Yes. The C9200-24P-A is designed as a standard 1RU rack-mountable enterprise switch.
Are the fans replaceable?
Yes. Cisco identifies the C9200 modular models as using field-replaceable redundant fans, improving maintainability.
Is this suitable for wireless access-point deployments?
Yes. Its 24 PoE+ ports and expandable PoE budget make it well suited to business WLAN deployments using compatible PoE-powered access points.
Is the C9200-24P-A suitable for IP phones?
Yes. PoE+ allows compatible IP phones to receive network connectivity and electrical power from the same Ethernet connection, which can simplify office deployments.
What is the difference between C9200 and C9200L models?
Standard C9200 models feature modular uplinks, 160 Gbps stacking support and field-replaceable fans, whereas C9200L models use fixed uplinks and have different platform characteristics.
Who should buy the Cisco C9200-24P-A?
It is best suited for IT departments, network administrators, businesses, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, branch offices and enterprise environments that need a managed 24-port Gigabit PoE+ access switch with advanced Cisco software, stacking capability, modular uplinks and expandable power redundancy.