Stacking support: No (Redundant Power via USP-RPS)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High-speed 2.5G connectivity ideal for Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 access points; Dual 10G SFP+ uplinks prevent core network bottlenecks; Integrated Layer 3 routing features for improved network efficiency; 1.3 inch LCM color touchscreen with AR port management
✘ Cons:Lacks PoE++ (802.3bt) support for high-power devices; Only half of the RJ45 ports (12/24) support 2.5G speeds; Active cooling fans may be audible in silent office environments; Higher price point compared to standard Gigabit PoE switches
Est. Price:
$799 - $849
Compare Against
Cisco Catalyst 9200
★ 3.3 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 128 Gbps - 176 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 190.4 Mpps - 261.9 Mpps
Ports: 24 or 48x 10/100/1000 ports (Data or PoE+); Modular Uplinks (4x 1G, 4x 10G, or 2x 25G)
PoE Budget: Up to 1440W (with dual redundant power supplies)
Layer: Layer 2 and Full Layer 3 (OSPF, EIGRP, ISIS, RIP, BGP)
Stacking support: StackWise-160 (160 Gbps bandwidth, up to 8 units)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High resiliency with dual FRU power supplies and fans, advanced security features like MACsec-128, modern IOS XE operating system supporting automation, and investment protection through modular uplinks.
✘ Cons:Significant price increase over previous generations, mandatory Cisco DNA licensing subscriptions required, and reduced stacking bandwidth on the 9200L models.