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 9200L
★ 3.5 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: Up to 176 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: Up to 261.9 Mpps
Ports: 24 or 48 ports 10/100/1000 (Data or PoE+)
PoE Budget: Up to 1440W
Layer: L2/L3 (Network Essentials/Advantage)
Stacking support: StackWise-80 (up to 80 Gbps bandwidth)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Cost-effective enterprise replacement for Catalyst 2960-X; Supports dual hot-swappable redundant power supplies; Runs modern IOS XE operating system with automation capabilities; Enhanced security features including MACsec-128 encryption.
✘ Cons:Fixed uplink ports cannot be upgraded later; Cooling fans are fixed and not field-replaceable; Lower stacking bandwidth (80 Gbps) compared to standard 9200 models; Lacks StackPower support for sharing power across the stack.