Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G 24-Port Managed PoE+ Switch, 4x1G SFP
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G is a 24-port PoE+ Layer 2 managed switch with 4x 1G SFP uplinks. It delivers 195W of PoE and supports Layer 3 static routing.
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series is a line of fixed, managed Layer 2+ Gigabit Ethernet switches for small and medium-sized business, running a customized Linux-based operating system and managed through the Cisco Business Dashboard, the Cisco Business mobile app, an on-box web UI, and a CLI. It adds Layer 3 static routing beyond what an unmanaged or consumer-grade switch offers, letting you segment a network into separate workgroups. The C1200-24P-4G is the 24-port PoE+ configuration with four fixed 1G SFP uplinks and a 195 W PoE budget, sized for a wiring closet that powers a moderate mix of access-layer devices. Cisco positions the Catalyst 1200 Series as the next-generation successor to the Cisco Business CBS250 Series smart switches.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G is a Layer 2+ managed 1U rackmount switch with 24 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) PoE+ ports and four fixed 1G SFP uplinks, running a customized Linux-based operating system. Switching capacity is 56 Gbps and forwarding rate is 41.67 Mpps. It delivers IEEE 802.3at PoE+ with a 195 W PoE power budget across the access ports, up to 30 W per port. Layer 3 static routing supports up to 32 static routes and 16 IP interfaces, with no dynamic routing. It connects and powers access-layer devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, IP cameras, desktops, and printers in small-business and branch networks.
Enterprise Network
Branch Office
Best For
The C1200-24P-4G suits small-business and branch wiring closets that connect and power access-layer devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras alongside desktops and printers at full 24-port density. A 195 W PoE budget is suitable for a moderate mix of powered devices; actual device counts depend on each powered device's power draw. Its four 1G SFP uplinks provide fiber or copper aggregation back to the distribution layer.
Not suitable if:
- you need 10G uplinks, since this model has fixed 1G SFP uplinks
- you need a larger PoE budget for many high-draw devices, since this model provides a 195 W PoE budget
- you need dynamic routing protocols such as RIP or OSPF, since the Catalyst 1200 provides Layer 3 static routing only
C1200-24P-4G Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | None |
| License Detail / MTBF | No license tiers; MTBF 698,220 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| PoE Budget | 195W |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 4x 1G SFP |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | No |
| Switching Capacity | 56 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 41.67 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 8000 |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 1 GB DDR4 |
| Flash | 512 MB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | 100 to 240V AC, 50 to 60 Hz, internal, universal |
| Redundant PSU | No |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 11.77 in (44 x 445 x 299 mm) |
| Weight | 7.78 lbs (3.53 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | -5 to 50°C (23 to 122°F) |
| Operating System | Linux |
Part Number Decode
- C1200 — C1200 is the platform prefix, identifying the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series of managed Layer 2+ switches.
- 24 — 24 is the port count, indicating 24 access ports.
- P — P is the port-type marker, indicating PoE+ Gigabit ports at the partial PoE power budget.
- 4G — 4G is the uplink code, indicating four fixed 1G SFP uplinks.
C1200-24P-4G Accessories
| CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 | Console cable, 6 ft, RJ-45 |
| CAB-CONSOLE-USB-C / CAB-CONSOLE-USB-C= | USB-C console cable |
| PWR-CLP | Power cable restraining clip |
| RCKMNT-1RU-1K= | 19″ rack-mount kit for 24/48-port models |
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G support PoE?
Yes. The Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G provides IEEE 802.3at PoE+ on its 24 Gigabit Ethernet access ports, delivering up to 30 W per port within a 195 W total PoE power budget. It can power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras. Actual device counts depend on each powered device's power draw, and once the 195 W budget is reached no further ports draw PoE.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the C1200-24P-4G use?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G has four fixed 1G SFP uplink ports. These are 1-Gigabit SFP slots and do not support 10G SFP+ optics; the C1200-24P-4X is the equivalent PoE+ model with 10G SFP+ uplinks. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the supported-SFP module list in the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series data sheet and Cisco's transceiver compatibility matrix. Transceivers are sold separately.
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G do Layer 3 routing?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G is a Layer 2+ switch. It performs Layer 2 switching plus Layer 3 static routing, supporting up to 32 static routes and 16 IP interfaces so you can segment the network into separate subnets or workgroups. It does not run dynamic routing protocols such as RIP or OSPF. For dynamic routing, the Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series adds RIP v2.
Can the Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G be stacked?
No. The Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series does not support switch stacking. Each Catalyst 1200 is managed as an individual unit, and units can optionally be grouped in the Cisco Business Dashboard for centralized monitoring, but they do not form a data-plane stack. The Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series is the line that adds Front Panel Stacking.
What is the difference between the C1200-24P-4G and the C1200-24FP-4G?
Both are 24-port PoE+ Layer 2+ switches with four fixed 1G SFP uplinks, and they differ in PoE budget. The C1200-24P-4G provides a 195 W PoE budget across the access ports. The C1200-24FP-4G is the Full PoE+ model with a larger 375 W shared budget, supporting denser deployments of high-draw powered devices such as pan-tilt-zoom cameras or dual-radio access points.
Does the Cisco Catalyst 1200 replace the Cisco Business CBS250?
Yes. The Catalyst 1200 is Cisco's recommended successor to the end-of-sale Cisco Business CBS250 Series, so migrating to the C1200-24P-4G moves you to Cisco's current-generation switching platform while retaining core features such as VLANs, PoE+, ACLs, and Layer 3 static routing.
Is the Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G end of life?
No. Cisco has not published an End-of-Sale or End-of-Life notice for the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series, so the C1200-24P-4G remains a current, actively shipping product. If that status changes, Cisco publishes the notice on its official End-of-Life and End-of-Sale pages.
What condition is the C1200-24P-4G sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-24P-4G is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy.
