Product Type | Managed Layer 3 Switch |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable (1U) |
Switching Capacity | 2000 Gbps |
Switching Capacity with Stacking | 3000 Gbps |
Forwarding Rate | 1488 Mpps |
Forwarding Rate with Stacking | 2232 Mpps |
Jumbo Frame Support | 9198 bytes |
MAC Address Table Size | 32000 entries |
RAM | 16 GB |
Flash Memory | 16 GB |
Encryption Algorithm | 256-bit AES |
Power Requirements | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
Power Device | Internal power supply |
Power Provided | 715 Watt |
Cisco Catalyst 9300X 24-Port 25/10G SFP+ Switch (K12 EDU)

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- Ideal for high-density aggregation in educational and enterprise networks with 25G-ready uplinks
- Comprehensive Layer 3 routing and advanced network telemetry tools ensure scalable, intelligent traffic control
- Limited lifetime warranty and stackable architecture provide long-term value and future-proof network expansion
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9300X 24-Port 25/10G SFP+ Switch (model C9300X-24Y-EDU) is a high-performance L3-managed solution designed for enterprise and K-12 educational networks. Offering 24 x SFP28 ports supporting 1/10/25G, it enables scalable service aggregation and delivers up to 2000 Gbps switching capacity (or 3000 Gbps with stacking). It supports advanced networking protocols and features such as OSPF, PIM-SSM, MACsec, VXLAN, and policy-based routing. Remote manageability is enhanced with SNMP, CLI, RESTCONF, and more. Built-in technologies like StackWise-1T and integrated Wireshark add to its enterprise-grade capabilities. The switch is TAA compliant, rack-mountable (1U), and backed by a limited lifetime warranty, making it a future-proof investment for demanding infrastructure environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management Protocols | SNMP 1, SNMP 2c, SNMP 3, RMON 1, RMON 2, CLI, NETCONF, RESTCONF |
Cloud Features | Cisco StackWise-480, Cisco StackWise-1T, StackPower technology, integrated Wireshark, ITSM integration, third-party IPAM integration |
Licensing Type | K-12 Education Licensing |
Routing & Performance Features
Routing Protocols | OSPF, OSPFv3, IS-IS, RIP-1/2, RIPng, IGMP, VRRP, PIM-SM, PIM-SSM, policy-based routing (PBR), MSDP |
IPv4 Routing Table Entries | 39000 |
IPv6 Routing Table Entries | 19500 |
Multicast Routing Flow Table | 8000 |
Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 1000 |
Flexible NetFlow Entries | 128000 |
QoS Scale Entries | 4000 |
Access Control List (ACL) Scale Entries | 5000 |
VLAN IDs Supported | 4094 |
Routed Ports | 448 |
PVST Instances | 300 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China / Mexico / United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | RoHS, UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, FCC CFR47 Part 15 A, EN 300 386, VCCI Class A, CISPR 22 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, BSMI Class A |
Compliance Standards | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.3ab, 802.1p, 802.3af, 802.3x, 802.3ad (LACP), 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.1s, 802.3at |
Interfaces
Interfaces | 24 x 1/10/25GBase-X SFP28, 1 x USB 2.0 |
Number of Ports | 24 |
Port Type | SFP28 |
Supported Port Speeds | 1/10/25 Gigabit Ethernet |
Expansion Slots | 1 (total) / 1 (free) x expansion slot |
Advanced Security Features
Security Features | MACsec encryption, 802.1x authentication, ACL support, DHCP snooping, Private VLAN, SGACL, SGT caching, CoPP |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.5 in |
Depth | 17.6 in |
Height | 1.7 in |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 23 °F |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 113 °F |
Operating Humidity Range | 5 - 90% (non-condensing) |
Minimum Storage Temperature | -40 °F |
Maximum Storage Temperature | 158 °F |
Storage Humidity Range | 5 - 90% (non-condensing) |
Cooling | 3 internal fans |
Status Indicators | Status LEDs |
Warranty & Support
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited lifetime warranty |
Service & Support | Lifetime hardware replacement, next business day response, 90-day technical consulting support |