Description
Advanced Routing and Switching
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 24-Ports UPoE Manageable Layer 3 Switch (WS-C3850-24XU-S) offers advanced routing and switching capabilities that allow for efficient and secure network communication. One of its key features is its support for IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols, including Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP). This allows for dynamic routing and efficient use of network resources.
The switch also supports advanced security features, such as Access Control Lists (ACLs) and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). ACLs allow for granular control over network access and traffic flow, while VPNs allow for secure communication between remote locations.
In addition to its advanced routing and switching capabilities, the WS-C3850-24XU-S also supports uplink Power over Ethernet (UPoE) for powering connected devices. This can eliminate the need for additional power sources and reduce clutter and complexity in the network.
The switch can be fully managed through a web-based interface or through Cisco’s network management software, such as Cisco DNA Center. This allows for easy configuration and monitoring of the switch and the network as a whole.
Maximizing Network Performance
There are several ways to maximize network performance on the WS-C3850-24XU-S Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 24 Ports Managed Switch:
- Utilize Quality of Service (QoS) features to prioritize and manage network traffic.
- Configure link aggregation (LAG) to increase bandwidth and provide redundancy.
- Use jumbo frames to increase packet size and reduce overhead.
- Enable flow control to prevent network congestion.
- Regularly check for and apply firmware updates to ensure the switch is running the latest software with bug fixes and performance enhancements.
- Monitor the switch’s performance using built-in tools like Cisco’s Network Assistant or Cisco Prime Infrastructure to identify and troubleshoot any issues.
- Avoid oversubscribing ports by ensuring that the switch’s ports are not being utilized beyond their maximum capacity.
- Have redundant power supply to increase the availability of switch.
- Use advanced feature like StackWise-480 technology to increase the scalability of switch.
- Have a proper network design, segmentation and VLANs to reduce broadcast traffic.
Network Scalability and Security
The WS-C3850-24XU-S Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 24 Ports Managed Switch is designed to provide high network scalability and security. Some of the key features that contribute to this include:
- StackWise-480 technology: This allows multiple switches to be stacked together to provide a single logical unit, increasing the number of ports and providing higher scalability and redundancy.
- Cisco StackPower: This feature allows power to be shared between multiple switches in a stack, providing higher availability and reducing the need for redundant power supplies.
- Cisco FlexStack-Plus: This allows for up to 80 Gbps of stacking bandwidth, providing higher scalability and faster data transfer.
- Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE): This feature provides advanced security and network access control, allowing administrators to define and enforce security policies based on user identity and device type.
- Advanced Security: The switch also includes features such as Access Control Lists (ACLs), Network Admission Control (NAC), and Cisco TrustSec to provide advanced security and protect against network threats.
General Information
- Manufacturer Cisco
- MPN: WS-C3850-24XU-S
- Product Line Catalyst
- Product Series 3850
- Product Model WS-C3850-24XU
- Product Name Catalyst WS-C3850-24XU Layer 3 Switch
- Product Type Layer 3 Switch
Interfaces/Ports
- Total Number of Network Ports 24
- Modular No
- Stack Port Yes
- Port/Expansion Slot Details 24 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Network
Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported Twisted Pair
- Ethernet Technology 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology 10GBase-T
Network & Communication
- Layer Supported 3
Management & Protocols
- Manageable Yes
Power Description
- Power Source Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Supported Yes
Dimensions and Weight
- Compatible Rack Unit 1U
- Form Factor Rack-mountable
- Height 1.8 Inch
- Width 17.7 Inch
- Depth 17.5 Inch
- Weight (Approximate) 17.60 Lbs
