Description
Scalable Network Expansion
To expand the network on the ME-3400-24TS-A Cisco 24-Ports 100MB Ethernet 2-Ports 1GB SFP Switch, there are a few options available:
- Add more switches to the network: By adding more switches to the network, you can increase the number of available ports and expand the network to cover more areas. This can be done by connecting the new switch to an existing switch using a fiber optic cable or a copper cable.
- Add more SFP modules: The switch has 2 SFP ports that can be used to connect to other switches or devices using fiber optic cables. By adding more SFP modules, you can increase the number of available ports and expand the network to cover more areas.
- Add more VLANs: VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks) allow you to segment the network and create separate virtual networks. By adding more VLANs, you can increase the number of available ports and expand the network to cover more areas.
- Upgrade to a higher-speed switch: If your network is growing and the current switch is not able to handle the increased traffic, you may need to upgrade to a higher-speed switch with more ports and faster speeds. This will allow you to expand the network and handle more traffic.
- Use Cisco Meraki devices: Cisco Meraki devices can be used to expand the network and provide additional features such as wireless access points and cloud management.
Compatible Accessories and Upgrades
- Cisco SFP-10G-SR: This is a 10GBASE-SR SFP+ transceiver module that can be used to upgrade the 1GB SFP ports on the ME-3400-24TS-A switch to 10GBASE-SR.
- Cisco SFP-10G-LR: This is a 10GBASE-LR SFP+ transceiver module that can be used to upgrade the 1GB SFP ports on the ME-3400-24TS-A switch to 10GBASE-LR.
- Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU3M: This is a 10G SFP+ copper cable that can be used to connect the ME-3400-24TS-A switch to other 10G devices over short distances.
- Cisco SFP-H10GB-CU1M: This is a 1 meter 10G SFP+ copper cable that can be used to connect the ME-3400-24TS-A switch to other 10G devices over short distances.
- Cisco StackWise-480: This is a stacking module that can be used to stack multiple ME-3400-24TS-A switches together to form a single logical switch with increased port density and redundancy.
- Cisco Power over Ethernet (PoE) Upgrade: This upgrade can be used to add PoE capabilities to the ME-3400-24TS-A switch, allowing it to power devices such as IP phones and wireless access points.
- Cisco Network Management Software: This software can be used to manage and monitor the ME-3400-24TS-A switch, including monitoring switch performance, configuring switch settings, and troubleshooting network issues.
Management and Security Features
The ME-3400-24TS-A Cisco 24-ports 100MB Ethernet 2-ports 1GB SFP switch offers a range of management and security features to ensure the smooth operation and protection of your network. Some of the key features include:
- Cisco IOS Software: The switch runs on Cisco IOS Software, which provides a range of management and security features, including advanced QoS, VLANs, and access control lists (ACLs).
- Web-based management: The switch can be managed via a web-based interface, allowing for easy configuration and monitoring of the network.
- SNMP support: The switch supports SNMP, allowing for remote monitoring and management of the network.
- Port security: The switch supports port security, which allows you to configure specific security settings for each port, such as limiting the number of MAC addresses that can be learned on a port.
- Access control lists (ACLs): The switch supports ACLs, which allow you to control access to the network by filtering traffic based on specific criteria, such as IP address or protocol.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The switch supports QoS, which allows you to prioritize different types of traffic to ensure that critical applications receive the bandwidth they need.
- Link aggregation: The switch supports link aggregation, which allows you to bundle multiple ports together to increase bandwidth and provide redundancy.
- SFP ports: The switch has two 1GB SFP ports, which allow for the connection of fiber optic cables for longer distance connections.
General Information
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number ME-3400-24TS-A
- Brand Name Cisco
- Product Series 3400
- Product Model ME 3400
- Product Name ME 3400 Ethernet Access Switch
- Product Type Layer 3 Switch
Interfaces/Ports
- Total Number of Network Ports 24
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports 24
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 24 x Fast Ethernet Network
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 2 x Fast Ethernet Expansion Slot
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported Twisted Pair
- Twisted Pair Cable Standard Category 5
- Ethernet Technology Fast Ethernet
- Network Technology 10/100Base-TX
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 2
- Expansion Slot Type SFP
- Number of SFP Slots 2
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported 3
- Management & Protocols
- Manageable Yes
Management-
- SNMP versions 1, 2, and 3
- MIBs Support
Memory
- Standard Memory 128 MB
- Memory Technology DRAM
- Flash Memory 32 MB
Reliability
- MTBF 391823 Hour
- Power Description
- Input Voltage 110 V AC
- Input Voltage 220 V AC
