C1000-24PP-4G-L Cisco Catalyst Smart Rack-Mountable Switch 24-Ports

Product Overview of C1000-24PP-4G-L Cisco Catalyst Switch

The Cisco C1000-24PP-4G-L Catalyst Switch is a reliable, smart-managed networking solution designed for modern business environments. Built for performance, scalability, and secure connectivity, this rack-mountable switch delivers efficient traffic handling, Power over Ethernet capabilities, and enterprise-grade management features.

General Device Information

• Brand: Cisco
• Model Number: C1000-24PP-4G-L
• Device Type: Network Switch
• Category: 24-Port Ethernet Switch
• Form Factor: Rack-Mountable

Performance and Switching Capacity

Switching and Forwarding Capabilities

• Forwarding Bandwidth: 28 Gbps
• Total Switching Capacity: 56 Gbps
• Packet Forwarding Rate: 41.67 MPPS (64-byte Layer 3 packets)

Port Configuration Overview

• Total Network Ports: 24 Ethernet Ports
• PoE+ Gigabit Ports: 8 × 10/100/1000Base-T
• Standard Gigabit Ports: 16 × 10/100/1000Base-T
• Uplink Interfaces: 4 × Gigabit SFP

Power over Ethernet (PoE+) Features

Designed to support IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras, this switch offers advanced PoE+ functionality for simplified deployment.

• PoE+ Support: Yes
• Total PoE Power Budget: 195 Watts

Routing and Network Management

Supported Routing and Switching Protocols

• IGMP
• MLD and MLDv2
• MSTP, RSTP, and STP

Remote Management and Monitoring Protocols

• SNMP v1, v2c, v3
• RMON
• Telnet, HTTP, TFTP
• SSH, SSH-2, CLI
• NTP, ICMP, DHCP
• TACACS+ and RADIUS

Authentication and Access Control

• Kerberos
• SSH v2
• RADIUS
• TACACS+

Compliance and Standards

Industry Standards Compliance

• IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z
• IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.1d
• IEEE 802.1w, 802.1s, 802.1x
• IEEE 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3az
• IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.1ax
• IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP)
• Bluetooth 4.0

Environmental and Safety Certifications

• FCC CFR47 Part 15 Class A
• RoHS and Directive 2011/65/EU
• UL 60950-1 Second Edition
• IEC / EN 60950-1
• CISPR 22 & 24 Class A
• VCCI, KN22, KN24 Class A
• ICES-003 Class A
• AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A

Technical Hardware Specifications

Processor and Memory Resources

• CPU: X Arm Processor, 800 MHz
• System Memory: 512 MB RAM
• Flash Storage: 256 MB

Expansion and Connectivity Interfaces

• 8 × 1000Base-T RJ-45 PoE+ Ports (15W)
• 16 × 1000Base-T RJ-45 Ethernet Ports
• 4 × 1000Base-X SFP Uplink Slots

Management Ports

• 1 × RJ-45 Management Port
• 1 × Mini-USB Type B
• 1 × USB Type A

Core Architectural Advantages of the Catalyst 1000 Family

Built on Cisco's proven switching architecture, the Catalyst 1000 Series ensures consistent performance and low latency for critical business applications. These switches support advanced quality of service (QoS) features to prioritize voice and video traffic, and offer energy-efficient Ethernet (EEE) capabilities to reduce power consumption. With a fanless design in most models, they operate silently, making them ideal for office and light industrial environments.

Model Overview: The C1000-24PP-4G-L Variant

Within this distinguished series, the Cisco C1000-24PP-4G-L Catalyst Switch emerges as a particularly powerful and versatile model. This switch is engineered for environments where both high-density connectivity and advanced Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities are paramount. Its specifications are tailored to support the most demanding network edge deployments.

In-Depth Technical Specifications & Features

The C1000-24PP-4G-L is packed with features that deliver enterprise-grade capabilities to the access layer. Understanding its specifications is key to leveraging its full potential within your network infrastructure.

Port Configuration & Power over Ethernet (PoE)

This switch's defining characteristic is its powerful PoE deployment. The 24 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports each support the IEEE 802.3at PoE+ standard, delivering up to 30 watts per port. With a total PoE budget of up to 370W, it can simultaneously power a dense array of PoE devices without requiring external power injectors, simplifying cabling and deployment.

Uplink Flexibility with SFP Ports

The four fixed SFP ports provide critical uplink flexibility. Network administrators can choose from a wide array of Cisco SFP modules—including 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-SX, or 1000BASE-LX—to connect to network core switches or servers over longer distances via fiber optic cable or copper. This enables backbone connectivity at 1 Gbps, ensuring no bottleneck for aggregated access layer traffic.

Performance & Switching Capacity

With a switching capacity of 56 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 41.7 Mpps (million packets per second), the C1000-24PP-4G-L handles high-volume traffic with ease. This performance headroom ensures smooth operation even under peak loads, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications and real-time communications without packet loss or increased latency.

Software Features: LAN Base Feature Set

The "L" in the model name unlocks the LAN Base software image, which goes beyond basic Layer 2 switching. It provides static Layer 3 routing (Inter-VLAN routing), allowing for segmentation of network traffic into logical subnets for improved performance and security without requiring a dedicated router at the access layer.

Enhanced Security & Management Capabilities

Advanced Security: Includes features like Access Control Lists (ACLs), port security, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI), and IP Source Guard to protect against common network attacks and unauthorized access.
Network Management: Supports management via a familiar Cisco IOS CLI, a web-based graphical interface (GUI), and Cisco Network Assistant. It is also compatible with Cisco Prime™ Infrastructure and Cisco DNA Center for centralized management in larger deployments.
Quality of Service (QoS): Provides sophisticated classification, marking, and queuing based on IEEE 802.1p CoS and DSCP values, ensuring optimal performance for voice, video, and critical data traffic.

Primary Use Cases & Deployment Scenarios

The robust feature set of the Cisco C1000-24PP-4G-L makes it an ideal solution for a variety of business environments that require reliable, powered connectivity.

Modern Collaborative Workspaces & Offices

In today's office, every desk may have a VoIP phone, a wireless access point serves multiple users, and conference rooms are equipped with video collaboration systems. This switch can power all these devices while providing the QoS needed for crystal-clear voice and video, creating a seamless and productive user experience.

Secure Surveillance & Physical Security Networks

For security deployments, the switch can power up to 24 high-resolution IP cameras (including PTZ models requiring more power) directly via Ethernet. The Layer 3 Lite features allow isolating camera traffic on a separate VLAN for security and performance, while the high reliability ensures the surveillance system is always operational.

High-Density Wireless Access Point Deployment

With the proliferation of Wi-Fi 6 and upcoming Wi-Fi 7 access points that require standard PoE+ or higher, the 370W power budget is essential. The C1000-24PP-4G-L can support a dense deployment of modern APs, providing both power and data backhaul, forming the wired foundation for a high-performance, enterprise wireless network.

Light Industrial & Managed Service Provider (MSP) Environments

Its rugged build quality and support for advanced features make it suitable for light industrial settings. For MSPs, the support for centralized management tools and robust security features allows for efficient management of multiple client networks from a single pane of glass.

Comparison with Related Catalyst Models

Understanding where the C1000-24PP-4G-L fits within the broader Catalyst portfolio helps in making an informed purchasing decision.

Vs. Non-PoE and Partial PoE Catalyst 1000 Models

Compared to the standard 24-port Gigabit model (C1000-24-4G-L), the "PP" variant provides full PoE+ on every port, whereas the standard model offers no PoE. Other models may offer 8 or 16 PoE+ ports (e.g., C1000-16P-4G-L). The C1000-24PP-4G-L is the optimal choice when maximum PoE port density is required.

Vs. Catalyst 9000 Series

The Catalyst 9000 series is Cisco's next-generation, software-defined platform with higher performance, full Layer 3 capabilities, and DNA Center integration. The C1000-24PP-4G-L offers a more cost-effective solution for businesses that need robust PoE and essential Layer 3 features but do not require the advanced programmability and analytics of the 9000 series.