Description
Key features and benefits
The WS-C3750V2-24TS-E Cisco Catalyst switch is a 24-port Ethernet switch that supports 10/100Base-TX speeds on all ports. It also has 2 SFP (small form-factor pluggable) ports for uplink connectivity. Some key features and benefits of this switch include:
- StackWise Plus technology for stacking multiple switches together for increased performance and ease of management.
- EnergyWise technology for power management and reduction of energy costs.
- Advanced Quality of Service (QoS) for controlling and prioritizing network traffic.
- Enhanced security features such as IEEE 802.1X port-based authentication and Access Control Lists (ACLs).
- Support for Cisco EnergyWise technology to monitor power consumption of connected devices and control power consumption.
- Multiple Layer 3 and IPv6 features.
- FlexStack module support for stacking up to 8 switches together.
- Support for Cisco IOS Software, providing a single source for hardware and software compatibility.
The WS-C3750V2-24TS-E is a good choice for businesses and organizations that need a high-performance, feature-rich switch with a compact form factor and low power consumption. It can be used in a variety of network environments, including small to medium-sized businesses, enterprise branch offices, and campus networks.
Configuring and Managing
Configuring and managing the WS-C3750V2-24TS-E Cisco Catalyst 24 Ports Ethernet Switch involves several steps and tasks to ensure proper operation and functionality.
- Initial Setup: The first step in configuring the switch is to connect it to a computer using a console cable. Once connected, you can access the switch’s command line interface (CLI) to configure the basic settings such as IP address, username and password.
- VLAN Configuration: VLANs are used to segment the network into smaller, more manageable subnets. The switch allows you to create and configure VLANs, assign ports to them, and set up VLAN trunking.
- Port Configuration: You can configure the switch ports to operate in different modes such as access, trunk, or dynamic. You can also set up port security, which limits the number of MAC addresses that can be learned on a port.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The switch supports QoS features such as traffic shaping, congestion management, and prioritization. This allows you to ensure that important traffic is given priority over less important traffic.
- Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP): LACP allows you to bundle multiple physical ports together to form a single logical link. This increases bandwidth and provides redundancy in case one of the links fails.
- Monitoring and Management: The switch provides several tools for monitoring and managing the network, such as SNMP, syslog, and Cisco Prime. These tools allow you to monitor switch performance and troubleshoot issues.
- Firmware Updates: As with any network device, it is important to keep the switch’s firmware up-to-date. Cisco provides regular firmware updates to address security vulnerabilities and to add new features.
Advanced networking Capabilities
The WS-C3750V2-24TS-E Cisco Catalyst switch has advanced networking capabilities that allow for efficient and secure network operations. Some of these capabilities include:
- VLAN Support: The switch supports virtual local area networks (VLANs) which allow for segmentation of the network, providing increased security and traffic management.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The switch supports QoS, which allows for prioritization of network traffic, ensuring that important traffic is delivered with minimal delay and delay-sensitive applications like voice and video are delivered with minimal jitter.
- Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP): The switch supports LACP, which allows for the bundling of multiple physical links into a single logical link, increasing bandwidth and providing redundancy in case of a link failure.
- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP): The switch supports STP, which prevents loops in the network by blocking redundant paths and ensuring that only one active path exists between two stations.
- Security Features: The switch supports various security features such as port security, which limits the number of MAC addresses that can be learned on a port, and Access Control Lists (ACLs), which provide granular control over network access.
- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE): The switch supports EEE, which reduces power consumption during periods of low network activity, increasing energy efficiency and reducing costs.
- SFP ports: The switch has 2 SFP ports, which allow for the connection of fiber optic cables, providing increased bandwidth and longer distance connections.
- StackWise Plus: The switch supports StackWise Plus technology, which allows multiple switches to be stacked and managed as a single unit, increasing scalability and ease of management.
General Information
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- MPN: WS-C3750V2-24TS-E
- Product Line Catalyst
- Product Series 3750
- Product Model 3750V2-24TS
- Product Name Catalyst 3750V2-24TS Layer 3 Switch
- Product Type Layer 3 Switch
- SKU: WS-C3750V2-24TS-E
Interfaces/Ports
- Total Number of Network Ports 24
- Stack Port Yes
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports 24
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 24 x Fast Ethernet Network
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 2 x Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Slot
Performance
- 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 –
- Cisco Network Assistant
- CiscoWorks LAN Management Solution (LMS)
- IEEE 802.1p QoS
- IEEE 802.1q VLAN
- SNMP v1, v2c, v3
- RMON
- Telnet
- CLI
- HTTP
- DHCP
- Syslog
Memory
- Flash Memory 32 MB
Power Description
- Input Voltage 110 V AC
- Input Voltage 220 V AC
- Power Source Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Yes
