The Cisco WS-C2924-XL-EN is a managed Layer 2 Ethernet switch designed for enterprise networks, offering 24 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports. This rack-mountable device is part of the Cisco Catalyst 2900 Series XL family, known for its performance, modularity, and ease of management. It supports essential network management features such as VLANs and QoS, and can be integrated into Cisco Switch Clusters for simplified management of multiple switches.
### Technical Specifications
* **Device Type:** Managed Layer 2 Ethernet Switch
* **Form Factor:** Rack-mountable, Desktop enclosure
* **Ports:**
* 24 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports (RJ-45)
* 2 x GBIC slots for uplink modules
* 2 x 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet) ports (RJ-45) – *Note: Some sources indicate combo SFP/RJ-45 for Gigabit ports, while others specify only RJ-45.*
* *Some variants, such as the WS-C2924C-XL, include two 100BASE-FX ports instead of standard 10/100 ports.*
* **Switching Capacity:**
* 8.8 Gbps
* 3.2 Gbps switching fabric
* **Forwarding Rate:**
* Up to 6.6 million packets per second (pps)
* 3.0 million pps for 64-byte packets
* **MAC Address Table Size:**
* Supports up to 8,000 MAC addresses
* 2K entries
* Supports up to 8192 MAC addresses
* **Jumbo Frame Support:** Up to 1,500 bytes (standard Ethernet frame size)
* **Module Slots:** 2 module slots supporting various modules including 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-X, 1000BASE-T, Gigabit Ethernet, and Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) modules.
### Performance Features
* **Data Link Protocol:** Ethernet, Fast Ethernet
* **Switching Protocol:** Ethernet
* **Auto-negotiation:** Auto-negotiates speed and duplex operation on all 10/100 ports.
* **Full-duplex Capability:** Operates in full-duplex mode on all 100BASE-FX ports and on 10BaseT and 100BaseT ports per IEEE 802.3x.
* **VLAN Support:** Virtual LAN (VLAN) support
* **Spanning Tree Protocol:** IEEE 802.1D Spanning-Tree Protocol (STP), Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP)
* **Link Aggregation:** Static and LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol)
* **Quality of Service (QoS):** Basic QoS for traffic prioritization.
* **Cisco Switch Clustering:** Enables up to 16 interconnected Catalyst 2900 XL, 3500 XL, and 1900 switches to form a single-IP managed network.
### Security Features
* **Port Security:** Configurable port security features.
* **Access Control Lists (ACLs):** Basic ACLs for traffic filtering.
* **802.1X Port-Based Authentication:** Supports 802.1X for network access control.
### Management and Monitoring
* **Management:** Managed switch with Cisco IOS software.
* **Remote Management Protocol:** SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), RMON (Remote Monitoring)
* **Web-based Management:** Cisco Visual Switch Manager (CVSM) for browser-based management.
* **Status Indicators:** Port status, link activity, collision status, power.
### Electrical Specifications
* **Power Supply Input:** AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
* **Power Consumption:** Approximately 80W
* **Redundant Power Supply:** Not supported; single power supply.
* *Note: Some DC-powered variants (e.g., WS-C2924M-XL-DC) are available for specific service provider environments.*
### Physical Specifications
* **Dimensions (WxDxH):** 44.5 cm x 24.8 cm x 4.4 cm
* **Weight:** 3.2 kg
* **Color:** Black
### Environmental Specifications
* **Operating Temperature:** 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
* **Storage Temperature:** -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
* **Humidity:** 10% to 90% non-condensing
### Compliance and Standards
* **Compliant Standards:** IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.3x
* **FCC Rules:** Complies with Class B digital device limits per FCC rules, Part 15.
Why Choose Aumictech for Cisco WS-C2924-XL-EN?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end networking equipment. Whether you need robust 24-port Fast Ethernet connectivity, advanced Layer 2 management features, or seamless integration into clustered network environments, our team ensures the Cisco WS-C2924-XL-EN delivers maximum performance for your application.
