Cisco Catalyst C9200-24T-A 24-Port 1G Data Switch, Network Advantage
The Cisco Catalyst C9200-24T-A is a 24-port data-only Layer 3 managed switch with modular uplinks. It supports StackWise-160 stacking and ships with Network Advantage.
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series extends Cisco's Catalyst 9000 intent-based networking to entry campus and branch access, built on the UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC so the hardware carries investment protection as the network grows. The modular-uplink C9200 takes a field-installable network module, so a site can start on 1G uplinks and move to 10G, 25G, or 40G later, and it also carries a higher 160 Gbps stack bandwidth than the fixed-uplink C9200L. The C9200-24T-A is the 24-port data-only configuration at the Network Advantage tier, which is what separates it from the otherwise-identical Network Essentials C9200-24T-E. Network Advantage adds advanced campus routing, gateway redundancy, and policy-based segmentation. Field-replaceable fans and an optional second power supply keep it serviceable in always-on wiring closets.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C9200-24T-A is a Layer 3 managed 1U rackmount access switch with 24 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) data ports and a modular uplink slot, running Cisco IOS XE with the perpetual Network Advantage license. Switching capacity is 128 Gbps and forwarding rate is 95.23 Mpps. It carries no Power over Ethernet, so all 24 access ports are data-only. It supports Cisco StackWise-160 stacking of up to eight members at 160 Gbps. It connects non-powered endpoints such as desktops, printers, and wired IoT devices in campus and branch wiring closets.
Enterprise Network
Corporate Campus
Best For
The C9200-24T-A suits campus and branch wiring closets that connect non-powered endpoints such as desktops, printers, and wired IoT devices and want a choice of uplink speeds over the life of the switch. The modular uplink slot takes a 1G or 1G/10G network module, and the Network Advantage license fits sites running advanced campus routing or SGT-based segmentation.
Not suitable if:
- you need to power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, or IP cameras, since this is a data-only switch with no Power over Ethernet
- you need multigigabit (mGig) access ports, since this model has standard Gigabit ports
- you want fixed built-in uplinks rather than a separately ordered network module
- you only need basic Layer 2 switching, since the base Network Essentials tier would be sufficient
C9200-24T-A Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | Network Advantage |
| License Detail / MTBF | Network Advantage; MTBF 587,800 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | Modular (4x 1G, 4x 1G/10G, or 2x 40G network module) |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | StackWise-160 |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 95.23 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 32,000 entries |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 160 Gbps |
| Max Stack Members | 8 |
| IPv4 Routes | 14,000 (10,000 direct, 4,000 indirect) |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 4 GB |
| ASIC | UADP 2.0 Mini |
| Flash | 4 GB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | PWR-C6-125WAC (125 W AC, 100-240 V) |
| Redundant PSU | Yes (FRU, 1+1) |
| Cooling | Dual FRU fans (redundant) |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 13.8 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 35.0 cm) |
| Weight | 11.02 lbs (5.0 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 23 to 113 °F (-5 to 45 °C), up to 5000 ft (1500 m) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Software | |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, RIP, static routing, PBR, HSRP, VRRP, MSDP (no BGP) |
Part Number Decode
- C9200 — C9200 is the platform prefix, identifying the modular-uplink Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series.
- 24 — 24 is the port count, indicating 24 access ports.
- T — T is the port-type marker, indicating data-only Gigabit ports with no Power over Ethernet.
- A — A is the license suffix for the perpetual Network Advantage tier.
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C9200-24T-A support PoE?
No. The Cisco Catalyst C9200-24T-A is a data-only switch, and all 24 Gigabit Ethernet access ports carry no Power over Ethernet. It cannot power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, or IP cameras. If you need PoE+ on the access ports, the C9200-24P-A is the equivalent PoE+ model on the same modular-uplink platform and Network Advantage license, and it provides a 370 W PoE budget.
What uplink options does the C9200-24T-A support?
The C9200-24T-A has a modular uplink slot rather than fixed uplink ports. It accepts a field-installable Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series network module, and the supported options on this standard model are the 4x 1G module (C9200-NM-4G) and the 4x 1G/10G module (C9200-NM-4X); the 2x 25G and 2x 40G modules are supported only on the multigigabit PXG models. The network module is ordered separately. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the manufacturer's transceiver compatibility matrix at tmgmatrix.cisco.com. Transceivers are sold separately.
How many C9200-24T-A switches can you stack?
The C9200-24T-A supports Cisco StackWise-160 stacking of up to eight members at 160 Gbps of stack bandwidth, using the C9200-STACK-KIT stacking adapters and cable, which are ordered separately. It stacks only with other C9200 modular-uplink switches running the same Network Advantage license level, and it does not stack with C9200L fixed-uplink switches, C9200CX compact switches, or any other Catalyst series.
What is the difference between the C9200-24T-A and the C9200-48T-A?
The two switches are the same modular-uplink platform, license tier, and stacking, and differ in access-port count and throughput. The 24T-A has 24 data-only ports with 128 Gbps of switching capacity and a 95.23 Mpps forwarding rate. The 48T-A has 48 data-only ports with 176 Gbps of switching capacity and a 130.95 Mpps forwarding rate. Choose the 48-port model for a denser wiring closet and the 24-port model for a smaller one.
What is the difference between the C9200-24T-A and the C9200-24T-E?
The two switches are identical hardware and differ only in license tier. The -E model ships with perpetual Network Essentials, which covers Layer 2 plus basic routed access such as static routing, RIP, EIGRP stub, OSPF for up to 1,000 routes, PBR, PIM stub multicast, and VRRP. The -A model ships with perpetual Network Advantage, which adds full OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, HSRP, VRF, VXLAN, LISP, and SGT segmentation. BGP is not included on a C9200 at either tier.
Does the C9200-24T-A require a subscription to operate?
No. The switch runs on its included perpetual base license indefinitely. Under Cisco's ordering model, new switch orders include a term-based Cisco DNA or Cisco Catalyst software subscription of the same tier as the network license; that subscription unlocks Cisco Catalyst Center and cloud-managed features. When the subscription term ends, the switch continues operating on the perpetual base license capabilities after a reload.
Is the C9200-24T-A still current, and where is its lifecycle status published?
Network Devices Inc. sells the C9200-24T-A as current, new, factory-sealed stock. Cisco publishes End-of-Sale and End-of-Life status for every Catalyst 9200 Series part number on its official End-of-Life and End-of-Sale Notices page for the series, which is the authoritative source for a specific SKU. Buyers standardizing on a platform for a multi-year refresh should confirm the current status there before ordering.
What condition is the C9200-24T-A sold in, and what warranty applies?
The C9200-24T-A is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy.
