Network switch Cisco Catalyst C1300-24XS Managed L2/L3, 480 Gbit/s switching capacity, RJ-45/USB-C console, 16,000 MAC table, grey, 4.15 kg

The Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series Switches are fixed, managed Gigabit Ethernet Layer 3 switches intended for small and medium-sized businesses and branch offices. The C1300-24XS model provides a 480 Gbit/s switching capacity, a 16,000-entry MAC address table and console access via RJ-45 and USB Type-C. Running a customized Linux-based OS with an intuitive dashboard, the switch supports common IEEE networking standards and is designed for rack mounting in access or distribution layers where managed L2/L3 capabilities and security are required.

Advantages

The Cisco Catalyst C1300-24XS combines managed L2/L3 functionality with a compact rack-mountable chassis, delivering a balance of performance and cost-efficiency. It offers broad protocol support (including 802.1Q, 802.1x and 802.3ad), QoS capabilities, and hardware features such as a large MAC table and 480 Gbit/s switching capacity to handle aggregation and access traffic. Dual console options (RJ-45 and USB-C) simplify local management and deployment.

Suitable for

• Small and medium-sized business access and distribution layers
• Branch office network aggregation
• Secure managed campus edge requiring L2/L3 features
• Rack-mounted deployments in wiring closets and equipment racks

Key specifications

• Switch type: Managed L2/L3
• Switching capacity: 480 Gbit/s
• MAC address table: 16,000 entries
• Console ports: RJ-45 and USB Type-C
• Networking standards: IEEE 802.1D/Q/ab/s/w/x, IEEE 802.3 family (including 802.3ad, 802.3af/at, 802.3az)
• Rack mounting: supported
• Colour: Grey
• Weight: 4.15 kg

How to use

Install the C1300-24XS into a standard equipment rack using the included mounting brackets. Connect uplink and access ports according to your network design, and attach a console cable to the RJ-45 or USB-C port for initial configuration. Use the built-in web-based dashboard or supported CLI tools to configure L2/L3 settings, VLANs, QoS, and security policies in line with your network requirements. Ensure firmware is updated to the recommended release before placing the switch into production.

Recommendations

Place the switch in a temperature-controlled rack environment with proper airflow; separate management and data VLANs where appropriate, and implement access control lists and 802.1x authentication to protect business-critical traffic.